Southeast Pennsylvania, PA
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Where to stay in Southeast Pennsylvania

Center City
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.

University City
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.

West Philadelphia
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.

North Philadelphia
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.

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.

Old City
Discover history at Independence National Historical Park, stroll along the 3rd Street Corridor for galleries and boutiques, and enjoy vibrant nightlife with quality restaurants and bars. Don't miss the monthly First Friday event for art and design showcases.

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Popular places to visit

Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom
Have a fun-filled day at Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom and find out why this is a popular amusement park in Allentown. Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.

University of Pennsylvania
Walk around the campus of University of Pennsylvania, a top college in Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed art scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

Citizens Bank Park
Citizens Bank Park is one of the more well-known attractions to visit during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

Rittenhouse Square
Rittenhouse Square is just one of the places to see in Philadelphia, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the acclaimed theater scene and great live music in this vibrant area.

Pennsylvania Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening at Pennsylvania Convention Center, a top convention center in Philadelphia. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

Wells Fargo Center
Wells Fargo Center is one of the more well-known attractions to visit during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
- Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom
- Lincoln Financial Field
- University of Pennsylvania
- Sesame Place
- Citizens Bank Park
- Pennsylvania Convention Center
- Rittenhouse Square
- Wells Fargo Center
- Philadelphia Museum of Art
- King of Prussia Mall
- Liberty Bell Center
- Reading Terminal Market
- Villanova University
- Temple University
- Lehigh University
- Longwood Gardens
- Wind Creek Bethlehem
- Philadelphia Zoo
- Drexel University
- Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
- Peddler's Village
- Adventure Aquarium
- Mann Center for the Performing Arts
- Independence Hall
- West Chester University of Pennsylvania
- PPL Center
- The Greater Philadelphia Expo Center at Oaks
- Maple Grove Raceway
- Parx Casino and Racetrack
- Crayola Experience
- Fairmount Park
- Kutztown University of Pennsylvania