Northwest Philadelphia Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Morris Arboretum
Stroll among ancient trees, wetland tours and garden displays, in this peaceful setting that offers a reprieve from urban sightseeing.
Awbury Arboretum
Enjoy an outing to Awbury Arboretum during your stay in Philadelphia. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Wissahickon Valley Park Trail Trailhead
You can take time to visit Wissahickon Valley Park Trail Trailhead during your travels to Philadelphia.
Germantown Historical Society
You can browse the exhibits at Germantown Historical Society, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Germantown Mennonite Church
After visiting Germantown Mennonite Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Woodmere Art Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Woodmere Art Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Philadelphia. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Things to do
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market
LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Philadelphia
Dark Philly Adult Night Tour
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
Top hotels in Northwest Philadelphia
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
Amazing stay! Clean, kind staff, but you do have to peak in a public parking garage.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
Food in hotel is AWFUL and quite expensive. Overall hotel is clean great location with wonderful helpful staff.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
The Windsor Suites
Great location, large rooms, friendly staff. Disappointed that the restaurants next door don’t open for breakfast on Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
Stayed here for a conference. Staff not clear in their communications or helpful in general. Tried to charge me for early check in when I had paid for the night begore so that I could check in. Room was cold.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Philadelphia Center City
Andrew at Front desk was helpful
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District
The bathroom needed a good scrubbing. The carpet was old and stained. The “premium bedding” was frayed and stained. Took forever to get hot water. Very disappointed for the price.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Northwest Philadelphia
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.
West Philadelphia
Noted for its art galleries and museums, there's plenty to explore in West Philadelphia. Top attractions like Mann Center for the Performing Arts and Please Touch Museum 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
