South Philadelphia West Travel Guide
Philadelphia
Visit South Philadelphia West
Stay near popular South Philadelphia West 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)
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
Top hotels in South Philadelphia West
Holiday Inn Philadelphia Arpt-Stadium Area by IHG
"8/19 stay started out good. Arrived 330 pm. Gentleman at the desk told me our room was not ready and he took my mobile #. Waited until 405 pm while he was checking others in. I stayed in the lobby in plain view of him. I went back to the desk ask if my room was ready he said let me check. He sad ..."
Reviewed on 20 Aug 2026
Loews Philadelphia Hotel
"Terrible elevator service"
Reviewed on 21 Aug 2026
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
"Overall, a very nice hotel. Would love stronger signage to help find rooms - it’s a bit complicated in two towers, and I wasn’t the only one who got lost."
Reviewed on 20 Aug 2026
W Philadelphia
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District
"The hotel was fine but getting in touch with them for a lost and found item after my stay has been impossible. It's been a week and I started contacting them the day I checked out about items left in the room. I have left 3 voicemails and an online form and have not heard a peep."
Reviewed on 21 Aug 2026
Where to stay in South Philadelphia West
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.
Old City
Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Old City. Top attractions like Elfreth's Alley and Betsy Ross House are major draws, and you can catch the metro at 2nd St. Station or 5th St. Station to see more of the city.
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.
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 Highmark 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.
