Parkway Museum District Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Parkway Museum District
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.
Benjamin Franklin Parkway
The inspiring steps from the Rocky movie and a stunning fountain decorate the ends of the Champs Elysées of Pennsylvania, near the city’s top museums.
City Hall
Find out about the history of Philadelphia when you spend time at City Hall. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
The Franklin Institute
You can study the exhibits at The Franklin Institute, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Philadelphia. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
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.
Barnes Foundation
You can browse the exhibits at Barnes Foundation, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Activities
Philadelphia: Museum of Illusions Timed Entrance Ticket
Liberty, Freedom, and Revolution: American History Tours Bundle
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market
Polaris Slingshot Rental-Philadelphia, PA
Philadelphia: The Franklin Institute Entry Ticket
Our pick of the best Parkway Museum District Hotel Deals
The Windsor Suites
Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025
Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025
Aloft Philadelphia Downtown
Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025
The Logan Philadelphia, Curio Collection by Hilton
Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025
Sheraton Philadelphia Downtown
Reviewed on 20 Sept 2025
The Notary Hotel, Philadelphia, Autograph Collection by Marriott
Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Parkway Museum District
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.
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.
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.
