Old City Travel Guide
Philadelphia
Visit Old City
Stay near popular Old City attractions
Things to do
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
Double Decker Hop-On Hop-Off City Sightseeing Philadelphia (1, 2, or 3-Day)
Philadelphia Phillies Baseball Game at Citizens Bank Park
Philadelphia Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market
Top hotels in Old City
Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District
Penn's View Hotel Philadelphia
"Although I didn’t like the room off of the street ,,and preferred a unit inside of the building,,for a late booking it was still a cozy and comfortable stay."
Reviewed on 6 Oct 2026
Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia by IHG
"Staff are friendly and always ready to answer any questions. 5:00 o’clock wine in the lobby is a nice relaxing touch!"
Reviewed on 5 Oct 2026
Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia - Penns Landing by IHG
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
"Staff were amazing. The building is just run down with chipped paint and cracked walls, horrible air conditioning, and rooms that are squeezed so tightly together you and your neighbor cannot leave your rooms at the same time. Horrible design!"
Reviewed on 6 Oct 2026
The Windsor Suites
"Upholstery and floor and walls were dirty. Sofa bed was terrible. Staff did not have a place to put deliveries and left my groceries in the lobby where someone else took them. Suite had a kitchen but it was useless for cooking as no oven safe pans were provided. Location was incredibly loud at night, ..."
Reviewed on 6 Oct 2026
Where to stay in Old City
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.
Rittenhouse Square
While you're in Rittenhouse Square, take in top sights like Walnut Street or Liberty Place, 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 Penn Museum.
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 Xfinity Mobile Arena.
West Philadelphia
Noted for its art galleries and museums, there's plenty to explore in West Philadelphia. Top attractions like Highmark 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.
