Holmesburg Travel Guide
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Stay near popular Holmesburg attractions
Things to do

Philadelphia: Revolution and The Founders History Tour

Philadelphia: Revolutionary Walk Through Historic Old City

BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia

Philadelphia’s Black History: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

Solve the Case: Self-Guided Mystery Puzzle Walk in Philadelphia

Philadelphia: the Birthplace of America with Self-Guided Audio Tour
Top hotels in Holmesburg

Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

The Windsor Suites

Loews Philadelphia Hotel
"The staff was very nice. I had a small incident with the room, but they were very efficient and offered me another room."
Reviewed on 30 Aug 2026

Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
"The location is great. The room was clean. Free coffee in the morning is a bonus."
Reviewed on 31 Aug 2026

Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square
"The hotel is in desperate need of a face lift."
Reviewed on 30 Aug 2026
Where to stay in Holmesburg

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 Reading Terminal Market, 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 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.

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 Franklin Field.




















