Philadelphia, PA

Travel Guide

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Where to stay in Philadelphia

Liberty Bell Center featuring heritage architecture, a monument and a city

Center City

4.5/5(6,262 area reviews)

Boasting a dense downtown area, Center City offers a plethora of restaurants, bars, and cultural institutions like Kimmel Center and Academy of Music. Explore Penn's Landing, Old City, or the medical Mütter Museum, and enjoy convenient transport options.

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University City

4.5/5(408 area reviews)

Home to prestigious universities like Penn and Drexel, this vibrant area offers cultural experiences at the Penn Museum and Institute of Contemporary Art. Enjoy shopping at the 40th Street retail corridor and easy access to various transportation options.

University City
Bella Vista which includes street scenes and markets

South Philadelphia

3/5(488 area reviews)

Discover Columbus Commons for shopping, indulge in cheesesteaks at Geno's or Pat's, and catch a game at the South Philadelphia Sports Complex. Explore the American Swedish Historical Museum or unwind at revitalized Passyunk Avenue's cafes and bars.

South Philadelphia
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West Philadelphia

4/5(329 area reviews)

Home to universities like University of Pennsylvania and Drexel, this area boasts cultural venues such as Mann Music Center and Bushfire Theater. Explore Lancaster Avenue's shops and restaurants, or visit the historic Philadelphia Zoo.

West Philadelphia
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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 the city at 15th-16th & Locust Station or 19th St Station.

Rittenhouse Square
Eastern State Penitentiary featuring interior views

North Philadelphia

4/5(66 area reviews)

North Philadelphia is a destination travelers like for its historic sites, and you might hop aboard the metro at North Philadelphia BSL Station or Allegheny Station to explore sights like The Liacouras Center.

North Philadelphia
Hilton Garden Inn Philadelphia Center City
Hilton Garden Inn Philadelphia Center City
3 out of 5
1100 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA
The price is SAR 475 per night from Jul 6 to Jul 7
SAR 475
SAR 553 total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,592 reviews)
"This facility was very clean, updated, and had very friendly and helpful staff!"

Reviewed on 19 June 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Philadelphia Center City
Sheraton Suites Philadelphia Airport
Sheraton Suites Philadelphia Airport
3.5 out of 5
4101b Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA
The price is SAR 559 per night from Jul 6 to Jul 7
SAR 559
SAR 651 total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a free airport shuttle, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,389 reviews)
"The bed was comfortable though maybe a touch on the soft side, and there were plenty of pillows provided. There was dust in corners and under the bed though (I was doing yoga on the floor). A couple of the desk staff are less than welcoming. Even though I had set up paying for parking through my ..."

Reviewed on 16 June 2025

Sheraton Suites Philadelphia Airport
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
4 out of 5
1628 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA
The price is SAR 425 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
SAR 425
SAR 495 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (4,022 reviews)
"Good coffee, very friendly front desk, good location"

Reviewed on 18 June 2025

Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Philadelphia Suites-Extended Stay
Philadelphia Suites-Extended Stay
3.5 out of 5
4630 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly aparthotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,133 reviews)
"FREE, Warm Breakfast was early and good! Large, clean comfortable rooms and Everything worked. Plus a nice pool area and safe parking."

Reviewed on 17 June 2025

Philadelphia Suites-Extended Stay
4211 Suites
4211 Suites
4.5 out of 5
4211 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and valet parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Rittenhouse Square ...
9/10 Wonderful! (322 reviews)
"Great for us!"

Reviewed on 16 June 2025

4211 Suites
Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy The Witherspoon Apartments Center City
Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy The Witherspoon Apartments Center City
3.5 out of 5
130 South Juniper Street, Philadelphia, PA
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy concierge services, in-room washers/dryers, and an in-room coffeemaker. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,627 reviews)
"The building, and room was very clean. The staff was very nice. The area surrounding the property itself was dirty, some homeless people laying around the surrounding streets."

Reviewed on 17 June 2025

Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy The Witherspoon Apartments Center City
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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This is the City of Brotherly Love

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The city was shut down

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Born and raised in Philadelphia i love it. A very historical place.

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Great and pleasurable!!

3/5 - Okay

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You would think the staff would be more accommodating considering what's going on. Total waste of money and time. Could've went somewhere different and gotten better service