Center City West Travel Guide
Philadelphia
Visit Center City West
Popular places to visit
City Hall
Find out about the history of Philadelphia when you spend time at City Hall. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
The Mütter Museum
You can study the exhibits at The Mütter Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Liberty Place
You can learn about the history of Philadelphia with a trip to Liberty Place. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and great live music in this vibrant area.
Art Institute of Philadelphia
Explore the campus of Art Institute of Philadelphia during your travels in Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
First Unitarian Church of Philadelphia
First Unitarian Church of Philadelphia is just one of the places to see in Philadelphia, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the acclaimed art galleries and great live music in this vibrant area.
William Still's Last Residence
Learn about the local history of Philadelphia when you spend time at William Still's Last Residence. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Philadelphia Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
City Cruises Philadelphia Signature Dinner Cruise
Revolution and the Founders: History Tour of Philadelphia
Double Decker Hop-On Hop-Off City Sightseeing Philadelphia (1, 2, or 3-Day)
Philadelphia: Museum of Illusions Timed Entrance Ticket
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Top hotels in Center City West
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
Amazing
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
Nice hotel, not far from the main sites. Rooms are small (European style), but okay for single travelers. Parking is expensive, but you can find cheaper options a few blocks from the hotel. Nice Mexican eatery on the top floor. The staff was friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square
Perfect stay.
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
Kimpton Hotel Palomar Philadelphia by IHG
We picked this hotel because it is extremely pet friendly, and within walking distance of the Mutter Museum, Independence Hall, and other attractions we wanted to see. What we didn't know, was simply how amazing this hotel is. Everything we needed and wanted was delivered to our room by a friendly ...
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
Clean room, customer service & walkable TO EVERYTHING
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
The Notary Hotel, Philadelphia, Autograph Collection by Marriott
Location. Location. Location! Walkable to everything! Great staff. Timely service. Very clean, stylish, and comfortable. Would absolutely recommend staying here and will absolutely be staying at the notary on our next visit.
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Center City West
Rittenhouse Square
While you're in Rittenhouse Square, take in top sights like Walnut Street or Rittenhouse Row, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 15th-16th & Locust Station or 19th St Station.
Logan Square
Logan Square is highly notable for its fascinating museums, and you might want to visit top sights like The Franklin Institute and Franklin Institute Science Museum. See more of Philadelphia by jumping on the metro at Suburban Station or 15th St. Tram Stop.
Midtown Village
While you're in Midtown Village, take in top sights like Walnut Street or Historical Society of Pennsylvania, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 12th-13th & Locust Station or Walnut Locust Station.
Washington Square West
While you're in Washington Square West, take in top sights like Walnut Street Theatre or Walnut Street, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 9th-10th & Locust St Station or 12th-13th & Locust Station.
Center City
Known for its fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Center City. Check out top attractions like Philadelphia Museum of Art and Reading Terminal Market, and jump on the metro at 11th St Station or 8th St Station to see more of the city.
Market East
Reading Terminal Market and Walnut Street Theatre are top sights in Market East, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at 11th St Station or 8th St Station to see more sights in the area.
