East Parkside Travel Guide
Philadelphia
Visit East Parkside
Things to do
LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Philadelphia
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Dark Philly Adult Night Tour
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
Top hotels in East Parkside
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
"Club Quarters is an excellent hotel. I would stay there again if I return to Philadelphia."
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
"Always a great stay!"
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026
The Bellevue Hotel - The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
"IRA is the best part of this hotel!! The WiFi was spotty but the place is beautiful and well located. The new supper club is insanely gorgeous!! And the gym!!!!!"
Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026
Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square
"Very clean"
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026
W Philadelphia
"The W Philly is a perfect location for all points of the city, walkable to many attraction and there is a subway stop on the end of the block too should you be heading to a ballgame. The staff was very friendly and helpful to suggest local places etc. The roof deck pool area was a wonderful break ..."
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026
Hampton Inn Philadelphia Center City-Convention Center
"I was shocked by how disappointing my stay was from start to finish. At check-in, I was told my card kept declining and that I needed another form of payment. It turned out the problem was the hotel’s system, not my card. I stayed five nights, and my bed was never made once. My trash was never emptied, ..."
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026
Where to stay in East Parkside
Center City
Known for its fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Center City. Check out top attractions like Pennsylvania Convention Center and Philadelphia Museum of Art, and jump on the metro at 11th St Station or 8th St Station to see more of the city.
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 Citizens Bank Park.
Old City
Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Old City. Top attractions like Elfreth's Alley and Cherry Street Pier are major draws, and you can catch the metro at 2nd St. Station or 5th St. Station to see more of the city.
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.
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 University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology.
