Old City Travel Guide
Philadelphia
Visit Old City
Stay near popular Old City attractions
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
Princeton University and the City of Philadelphia Tour from NYC
Philadelphia Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour
Philadelphia: Revolution and The Founders History Tour
Top hotels in Old City
Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District
"This was a great hotel to stay in. All the staff encounters we had were excellent! Everyone was friendly and very helpful. If you want to be right in the middle of everything, this is the place to stay. All the must sees are within walking distance."
Reviewed on 17 Jul 2026
Penn's View Hotel
"I had an excellent stay , just not enough soap, lotion, and body wash. Everything was excellent. Thank you and see you soon :)"
Reviewed on 17 Jul 2026
Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia - Penns Landing by IHG
"Hotel staff were very friendly and helpful. Our room was clean and comfortable and the location can’t be beat as you’re very close to all the historic places in town. The breakfast is delicious especially the coffee."
Reviewed on 15 Jul 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
"Excellent customer service and rooms are very clean"
Reviewed on 17 Jul 2026
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
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 Philadelphia Museum of Art, 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.
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 University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology.
West Philadelphia
Noted for its art galleries and museums, there's plenty to explore in West Philadelphia. Top attractions like Philadelphia Museum of Art and Mann Center for the Performing Arts 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.
