Fairmount Travel Guide
Philadelphia
Popular places to visit
Philadelphia Museum of Art
One of the country’s largest museums, with hundreds of thousands of objects, a Rodin Museum, renowned impressionist art and a sculpture garden.
The Met Philadelphia
You can enjoy a show at The Met Philadelphia on your trip to Philadelphia. While you're in the area, find time to visit its temples.
Rocky Steps
You can find out about the history of Philadelphia with a stop at Rocky Steps. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Rocky Statue
Find out about the history of Philadelphia when you take a trip to Rocky Statue. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Eastern State Penitentiary
Walk the blocks of the old jail that set the benchmark for a modern prison system worldwide and take a peek inside the cells of notorious gangsters.
Mural Arts Philadelphia
Enjoy a stop at Mural Arts Philadelphia, an entertaining place to visit in Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and great live music in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Philadelphia Phillies Baseball Game at Citizens Bank Park
Penn Museum Admission Ticket
Princeton University and the City of Philadelphia Tour from NYC
2.5 Hour Philadelphia History Tour with Washington War Tent Show
Go City: Philadelphia Explorer Pass - Choose 3 to 7 Attractions
Top hotels in Fairmount
The Maj Hotel
Be prepared for minimalist amenities. No fridge (though available on request), no phone in the room, need your smart phone and their app to open and close the window shade, housekeeping every 3rd or 4th day, view from the room was only an alley and the back yards of some old houses, no comfortable ...
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
The Windsor Suites
Only there for one night.
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
Front desk people so friendly - coffee was great - bed so comfy - great hot water shower !!
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Sonesta Select Philadelphia Airport
Welcoming lobby, clean and updated rooms, and the beds were super comfortable!
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
Clean
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
The Bellevue Hotel - The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
As Expedia VIP members who frequent luxury hotels, we were extremely disappointed by the service here. We called twice in advance two weeks before and the day before to confirm that engagement photos were permitted for guests. Despite this, staff interrupted us three separate times during our shoot ...
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Fairmount
Logan Square
Logan Square is highly notable for its fascinating museums, and you might want to visit top sights like The Franklin Institute and Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul. See more of Philadelphia by jumping on the metro at Suburban Station or 15th St. Tram Stop.
Center City West
If you're spending time in Center City West, check out sights like Walnut Street or Liberty Place and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 19th St Station or 15th St. Tram Stop.
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 Penn Museum.
Rittenhouse Square
While you're in Rittenhouse Square, take in top sights like Walnut Street or Liberty Place, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 15th-16th & Locust Station or 19th St Station.
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.
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.
