Fairmount Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Philadelphia Museum of Art
This sweeping museum is home to over 227,000 objects and hosts around 25 special exhibitions per year.
Eastern State Penitentiary
Infamous gangsters once paced the corridors of this old jail; now day-tripping visitors can do the same.
Rocky Statue
Find out about the history of Philadelphia when you take a trip to Rocky Statue. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Fairmount Waterworks Drive
Explore the great outdoors at Fairmount Waterworks Drive, a lovely green space in Philadelphia. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Mural Arts Philadelphia
You can study the exhibits at Mural Arts Philadelphia, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Rocky Steps
You can find out about the history of Philadelphia with a stop at Rocky Steps. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Activities
Philadelphia Movie and Television Sites Walking Tour
Art and Controversy: An audio tour of Philadelphia's most infamous art scandals
Philadelphia Movie and Television Sites Private Walking Tour
Yo! A Private Rocky Balboa Driving Tour of Philadelphia
Philadelphia: the Birthplace of America with Self-Guided Audio Tour
Our pick of the best Fairmount Hotel Deals
The Maj Hotel
Reviewed on 11 Aug. 2025
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
Reviewed on 9 Aug. 2025
Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
Reviewed on 11 Aug. 2025
Hilton Philadelphia at Penn's Landing
Reviewed on 9 Aug. 2025
Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
Reviewed on 9 Aug. 2025
Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District
Reviewed on 11 Aug. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Fairmount
Logan Square
Logan Square is highly notable for its fascinating museums, and you might want to visit top sights like The Franklin Institute and Franklin Institute Science Museum. See more of Philadelphia by jumping on the metro at Suburban Station or 15th St. Tram Stop.
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.
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 Penn Museum.
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.
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.
Center City
Known for its fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Center City. Check out top attractions like Philadelphia Museum of Art and Reading Terminal Market, and jump on the metro at 11th St Station or 8th St Station to see more of the city.