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.
Morris Arboretum
Explore the great outdoors at Morris Arboretum, a lovely green space in Philadelphia.
Chestnut Hill Hospital
If Chestnut Hill Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Philadelphia.
Roxborough Memorial Hospital
If Roxborough Memorial Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Philadelphia.
Wissahickon Valley Park Trail Trailhead
You can take time to visit Wissahickon Valley Park Trail Trailhead during your travels to Philadelphia.
Awbury Arboretum
Enjoy an outing to Awbury Arboretum during your stay in Philadelphia. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Philadelphia
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
Philadelphia: Museum of Illusions Timed Entrance Ticket
Penn Museum Admission Ticket
Princeton University and the City of Philadelphia Tour from NYC
Top hotels in Northwest Philadelphia
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
Very nice hotel, i had no trouble at all.
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
The Windsor Suites
My wife and I needed to quickly book a large suite for our family due to our granddaughter’s surgery at CHOP. We had never stayed at Windsor Suites before and didn’t know much about the area… but after 5 nights there, we can honestly say this hotel was FABULOUS — immaculate, friendly, and incredibly ...
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
Receptionists were very hospitable and warm. They gave their guests amazing & yummy cookies. Paid parking & Breakfast which was a bummer but otherwise this hotel is massive in size and parking lot looked like some event was going on in the hotel and was not easy to find a spot. Overall - Very good ...
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
Staff was great, room was comfortable and the location was amazing
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Delta Hotel Philadelphia Airport
The staff
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Hampton Inn Philadelphia Center City-Convention Center
Staff were super nice and accomodating
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
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.
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.
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.
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 North Bowl and jump on the metro at 5th & Girard Ave Stop to see more of the city.
Northwest Philadelphia Travel Guide
Hotels Near Northwest Philadelphia, Philadelphia
- North Philadelphia Hotels
- West Philadelphia Hotels
- Chestnut Hill Hotels
- Manayunk Hotels
- Germantown Hotels
- East Falls Hotels
- Roxborough-Manayunk Hotels
- West Mount Airy Hotels
- Olney-Oak Lane Hotels
- Roxborough Hotels
- Logan - Ogontz - Fern Rock Hotels
- East Mount Airy Hotels
- Wyndmoor Hotels
- Wissahickon Hotels
- Erdenheim Hotels
- Penn-Knox Hotels
