Northeast Philadelphia Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Pennsylvania Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Pennsylvania Convention Center, a top convention centre in Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Xfinity Mobile Arena
Catch an event at Xfinity Mobile Arena during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Lincoln Financial Field
Catch an event at Lincoln Financial Field during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the fascinating museums and great live music 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.
Sesame Place
Bring the children to Sesame Place and enjoy the excitement of this theme park in Oxford Valley. Attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
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 acclaimed theatre scene and great live music in this vibrant area.
Things to do
2.5 Hour Philadelphia History Tour with Washington War Tent Show
12 Hour Slingshot Rental in Philadelphia
Philadelphia: the Birthplace of America with Self-Guided Audio Tour
Philadelphia: Revolutionary Walk Through Historic Old City
Philadelphia: Revolution and The Founders History Tour
Philadelphia: Luggage Storage in Old City
Top hotels in Northeast Philadelphia
Red Carpet Inn & Suites
Very good
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
Looked great
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
Very clean room and the staff are great. Super nice hotel & highly recommend
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District
The staff was great especially Mary the bartender
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
The Windsor Suites
Friendly front desk staff. Clean rooms. Good security. Great onsite restaurants/bars. Great locarion.
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Sonesta Select Philadelphia Airport
Staff very courteous and helpful. Room spotless except for hair dryer (i couldn't use..too dirty). Wish i could have stayed there for breakfast. Will definitely recommend.
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Northeast Philadelphia
Kensington
When in Kensington and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like The Fillmore Philedelphia or The Liacouras Center and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Somerset Station or Berks St & Girard Ave Stop.
Fishtown
While you're in Fishtown, take in top sights like The Fillmore Philedelphia or Rivers Casino, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Palmer St & Girard Ave Stop or Girard Ave & Columbia Ave Tram Stop.
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.
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.
Old City
Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Old City. Top attractions like Historic Arch Street Meeting House and Independence Mall are major draws, and you can catch the metro at 2nd St. Station or 5th St. Station to see more of the city.
Center City East
If you're spending time in Center City East, check out sights like Liberty Bell Center or Liberty Bell and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 5th St. Station or 8th St Station.
