Southwest Center City Travel Guide

Philadelphia

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Stay near popular Southwest Center City attractions

Marian Anderson Historical Residence & Museum

You can study the exhibits at Marian Anderson Historical Residence & Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
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Things to do

LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Philadelphia

LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Philadelphia

Rp499.929
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Philadelphia
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions

Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions

Rp1.053.799
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Double Decker Hop-On Hop-Off City Sightseeing Philadelphia

Double Decker Hop-On Hop-Off City Sightseeing Philadelphia (1, 2, or 3-Day)

Rp875.189
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Double Decker Hop-On Hop-Off City Sightseeing Philadelphia (1, 2, or 3-Day)
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia

BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia

Rp866.259
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience

Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience

Rp1.945.063
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
Philadelphia Phillies Baseball Game at Citizens Bank Park

Philadelphia Phillies Baseball Game at Citizens Bank Park

Rp1.419.572
per adult
Philadelphia Phillies Baseball Game at Citizens Bank Park
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Top hotels in Southwest Center City

Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia

Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia

4 out of 5
1628 Chestnut St Philadelphia PA
The price is Rp2.830.880 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
Rp2.830.880
Rp3.294.294 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,807 reviews)
"The location is great. The room was clean. Free coffee in the morning is a bonus."

Reviewed on 31 Aug 2026

Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
The Windsor Suites

The Windsor Suites

4 out of 5
1700 Ben Franklin Pkwy Philadelphia PA
The price is Rp1.940.286 per night from 10 Sept to 11 Sept
Rp1.940.286
Rp2.257.911 total
10 Sept - 11 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
The Windsor Suites
Loews Philadelphia Hotel

Loews Philadelphia Hotel

4 out of 5
1200 Market St Philadelphia PA
The price is Rp3.167.047 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
Rp3.167.047
Rp3.685.452 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,006 reviews)
"The staff was very nice. I had a small incident with the room, but they were very efficient and offered me another room."

Reviewed on 30 Aug 2026

Loews Philadelphia Hotel
Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

3.5 out of 5
31 S 19th St Philadelphia PA
The price is Rp1.581.400 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
Rp1.581.400
Rp1.840.276 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,426 reviews)
"Very comfortable bed and clean room"

Reviewed on 31 Aug 2026

Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square

Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square

4.5 out of 5
120 S 17th St Philadelphia PA
The price is Rp3.184.740 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
Rp3.184.740
Rp4.282.520 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,691 reviews)
"The hotel is in desperate need of a face lift."

Reviewed on 30 Aug 2026

Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square
Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport

Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport

4 out of 5
4509 Island Ave Philadelphia PA
The price is Rp2.016.648 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
Rp2.016.648
Rp2.346.773 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
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Where to stay in Southwest Center City

Find the best Southwest Center City areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.

A baseball stadium with a large sign reading "Citizens Bank Park".
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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.

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Old City

Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Old City. Top attractions like Betsy Ross House and Historic Arch Street Meeting House are major draws, and you can catch the metro at 2nd St. Station or 5th St. Station to see more of the city.

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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.

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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 Franklin Field.

Southwest Center City Travel Guide