Germantown Travel Guide
Philadelphia
Popular places to visit
Rittenhouse Square
Rittenhouse Square is just one of the places to see in Philadelphia, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the fascinating museums and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Xfinity Mobile Arena
Catch an event at Xfinity Mobile Arena during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the great live music and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Pennsylvania Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Pennsylvania Convention Center, a top convention centre in Philadelphia. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
University of Pennsylvania
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Pennsylvania during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
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.
Citizens Bank Park
Catch an event at Citizens Bank Park during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Philadelphia: Museum of Illusions Timed Entrance Ticket
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Philadelphia
Polaris Slingshot Rental-Philadelphia, PA
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
Penn Museum Admission Ticket
Top hotels in Germantown
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
Location is perfect
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
The staff was courteous
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Hampton Inn Philadelphia Center City-Convention Center
Room was nice but not spotless. There was mold on the bathroom walls. There was no pool as advertised which was a bummer.
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District
The room was not very clean when we arrived. There was hair everywhere on the bathroom floor. After the third day I had to leave a note for the housekeeper to clean the bathroom floor for us
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
Excellent location, reasonable prices, clean quiet rooms and friendly staff. Very European style. Small and sparse yet comfortable.
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
Great
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Germantown
North Philadelphia
You might enjoy the historical sites while in North Philadelphia. The Liacouras Center is a notable sight, and you can get around town at North Philadelphia BSL Station or Allegheny Station to see more of the city.
Kensington
When in Kensington and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like The Liacouras Center or Rivers Casino and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Somerset Station or Berks St & Girard Ave Stop.
West Philadelphia
Noted for its art galleries and museums, there's plenty to explore in West Philadelphia. Top attractions like Philadelphia Museum of Art and Mann Center for the Performing Arts are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Lancaster Ave & 49th St Tram Stop or 49th & Girard Ave Stop to see more of the city.
Fishtown
While you're in Fishtown, take in top sights like Rivers Casino or The Fillmore Philedelphia, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Palmer St & Girard Ave Stop or Girard Ave & Columbia Ave Tram Stop.
Northern Liberties
While you're in Northern Liberties, take in top sights like National Shrine of St. John Neumann and jump on the metro at 5th & Girard Ave Stop to see more of the city.
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.
