Center City Travel Guide

Philadelphia

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Stay near popular Center City attractions

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Pennsylvania Convention Center

8.6/10 (3,385 reviews)
During your trip, find out what's happening in Pennsylvania Convention Center, a top convention centre in Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
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Things to do

Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions

Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions

Rp1.053.799
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Double Decker Hop-On Hop-Off City Sightseeing Philadelphia

Double Decker Hop-On Hop-Off City Sightseeing Philadelphia (1, 2, or 3-Day)

Rp875.189
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Double Decker Hop-On Hop-Off City Sightseeing Philadelphia (1, 2, or 3-Day)
Philadelphia Phillies Baseball Game at Citizens Bank Park

Philadelphia Phillies Baseball Game at Citizens Bank Park

Rp1.419.572
per adult
Philadelphia Phillies Baseball Game at Citizens Bank Park
Philadelphia Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour

Philadelphia Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour

Rp61.647
per adult
Philadelphia Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour
Princeton University and the City of Philadelphia Tour from NYC

Princeton University and the City of Philadelphia Tour from NYC

Rp2.661.289
per adult
Princeton University and the City of Philadelphia Tour from NYC
Philadelphia: Revolution and The Founders History Tour

Philadelphia: Revolution and The Founders History Tour

Rp517.969
per adult
Philadelphia: Revolution and The Founders History Tour
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Top hotels in Center City

Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia

Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia

4 out of 5
1628 Chestnut St Philadelphia PA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp2.452.238 per night from 10 Sept to 11 Sept
Rp2.452.238
Rp2.853.671 total
10 Sept - 11 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,837 reviews)
"Rooms are small and outdated, nice location."

Reviewed on 6 Sept 2026

Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
The Windsor Suites

The Windsor Suites

4 out of 5
1700 Ben Franklin Pkwy Philadelphia PA
The price is Rp1.773.021 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
Rp1.773.021
Rp2.063.265 total
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,212 reviews)
"Great location, nice restaurant, good gym and pool deck"

Reviewed on 6 Sept 2026

The Windsor Suites
Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square

Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square

4.5 out of 5
120 S 17th St Philadelphia PA
The price is Rp3.493.116 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
Rp3.493.116
Rp4.639.716 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,719 reviews)
"Wife and I stayed after a Phillies game and everything was great, as it usually is. Have stayed here a few times and have nothing but great things to say about Sofitel in Philly. Great staff and great location. My only complaint would be how small the valet parking area is but there is not much Sofitel ..."

Reviewed on 6 Sept 2026

Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square
Loews Philadelphia Hotel

Loews Philadelphia Hotel

4 out of 5
1200 Market St Philadelphia PA
The price is Rp3.510.758 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
Rp3.510.758
Rp4.085.469 total
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,028 reviews)
"Rollaway bed was noisy and uncomfortable. Elevators take a long time to show up."

Reviewed on 7 Sept 2026

Loews Philadelphia Hotel
Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

3.5 out of 5
31 S 19th St Philadelphia PA
The price is Rp2.010.797 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
Rp2.010.797
Rp2.337.586 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown

Philadelphia Marriott Downtown

4 out of 5
1201 Market St Philadelphia PA
The price is Rp3.316.696 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
Rp3.316.696
Rp3.859.639 total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,335 reviews)
"The elevator does a lot noise and they didn’t have me the room I was supposed to get"

Reviewed on 6 Sept 2026

Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
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Where to stay in Center City

Find the best Center City areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Old City

Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Old City. Top attractions like Betsy Ross House and Historic Arch Street Meeting House are major draws, and you can catch the metro at 2nd St. Station or 5th St. Station to see more of the city.

A nighttime pathway in a park with trees and buildings in the background.

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.

A courtyard with a fountain, a bench, and a building with a Penn logo.

University City

Travellers choose University City for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Penn Medicine Station or 33rd St Station and check out top sights like Franklin Field.

A baseball stadium with a large sign reading "Citizens Bank Park".
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South Philadelphia

Travellers choose South Philadelphia for its great live music. Hop aboard the metro at Snyder Station or Tasker Morris Station and check out top sights like Xfinity Mobile Arena.

A busy indoor market with various food stalls and signs advertising items like 'Dutch Eating Place' and 'Take Out Here'.

Market East

Reading Terminal Market and City Hall 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.

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