Center City Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Liberty Bell Center featuring a monument, heritage architecture and a city
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Popular places to visit

Pennsylvania Convention Center

Pennsylvania Convention Center

4.5/5(8 reviews)

During your trip, find out what's happening in Pennsylvania Convention Center, a top convention centre in Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

Pennsylvania Convention Center
Rittenhouse Square

Rittenhouse Square

4/5(7 reviews)

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 theatre scene and great live music in this vibrant area.

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

Liberty Bell Center

4.5/5(14 reviews)

Displayed right in the heart of the city, this bell is one of Philadelphia’s most prized possessions.

Liberty Bell Center
Reading Terminal Market showing markets, cbd and signage

Reading Terminal Market

4.5/5(11 reviews)

When peckish in Philadelphia, this is the definitive place to stop by. Gorge on local produce like Philly cheese-steaks, Amish-style doughnuts and shoofly pie.

Reading Terminal Market
Independence Hall

Independence Hall

4.5/5(8 reviews)

Find out about the history of Philadelphia when you take a trip to Independence Hall. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

Independence Hall
City Hall

City Hall

5/5(5 reviews)

Find out about the history of Philadelphia when you spend time at City Hall. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

City Hall

Activities

Philadelphia: Museum of Illusions Timed Entrance Ticket

Philadelphia: Museum of Illusions Timed Entrance Ticket

AU$41
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Philadelphia: Museum of Illusions Timed Entrance Ticket
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions

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

AU$85
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Polaris Slingshot Rental-Philadelphia, PA

Polaris Slingshot Rental-Philadelphia, PA

AU$395
per traveller
Polaris Slingshot Rental-Philadelphia, PA
Best of Philadelphia Food Tour-Small Group Walking Tour

Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market

AU$93
per adult
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market
Clues and Booze Mystery Bar Activity in Old City

Clues and Booze Mystery Bar Activity

AU$32
per adult
Clues and Booze Mystery Bar Activity
Hard Rock Cafe bar in Philadelphia

Dining at Hard Rock Cafe Philadelphia

AU$62
per traveller
Dining at Hard Rock Cafe Philadelphia
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Our pick of the best Center City Hotel Deals

Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
4 out of 5
1628 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA
The price is AU$225 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
AU$225
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
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! (3,938 reviews)
Yoop !!!
"The best price I. The city with the most a. Axing location and views from the room"

Reviewed on 26 Mar. 2025

Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District
Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District
3.5 out of 5
400 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$231 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
AU$231
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,831 reviews)
"On site parking"

Reviewed on 27 Mar. 2025

Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District
The Windsor Suites
The Windsor Suites
4 out of 5
1700 Ben Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA
The price is AU$220 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
AU$220
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,692 reviews)
"The hotel staff were very friendly and welcoming. The room was large and had a small kitchen. The bed was very comfortable. We would stay here again!"

Reviewed on 27 Mar. 2025

The Windsor Suites
Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
4 out of 5
1800 Market St, Philadelphia, PA
The price is AU$286 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
AU$286
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy an outdoor pool, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,594 reviews)
"No complaints, 10/10."

Reviewed on 26 Mar. 2025

Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
Sonder The Witherspoon
Sonder The Witherspoon
3.5 out of 5
130 South Juniper Street, Philadelphia, PA
The price is AU$160 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
AU$160
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr
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! (1,464 reviews)
"This is a good option for a group of 4. The building was nice. The apartments need a bit of finishing touches but such a great deal for what you’re paying."

Reviewed on 27 Mar. 2025

Sonder The Witherspoon
Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square
Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square
4.5 out of 5
120 S 17th St, Philadelphia, PA
The price is AU$341 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
AU$341
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,630 reviews)
"Room and hotel were great! My only negative comment is on the limitations in the parking garage- no EV and height limit of 6ft. I had to find another parking option."

Reviewed on 27 Mar. 2025

Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square
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Other neighbourhoods around Center City

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Market East

Reading Terminal Market and Walnut Street Theatre are top sights in Market East, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at 11th St Station or 8th St Station to see more sights in the area.

Market East
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Midtown Village

While you're in Midtown Village, take in top sights like Walnut Street or Historical Society of Pennsylvania, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 12th-13th & Locust Station or Walnut Locust Station.

Midtown Village
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Washington Square West

While you're in Washington Square West, take in top sights like Walnut Street Theatre or Walnut Street, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 9th-10th & Locust St Station or 12th-13th & Locust Station.

Washington Square West
Philadelphia featuring heritage architecture, a monument and a statue or sculpture

Center City West

If you're spending time in Center City West, check out sights like Walnut Street or Rittenhouse Row and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 19th St Station or 15th St. Tram Stop.

Center City West
African American Museum featuring signage and a city

Center City East

If you're spending time in Center City East, check out sights like Liberty Bell Center or Liberty Bell and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 5th St. Station or 8th St Station.

Center City East
Philadelphia featuring heritage architecture, a monument and a statue or sculpture

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.

Rittenhouse Square

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