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

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 fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.

Rittenhouse Square
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 fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

Pennsylvania Convention Center
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 great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

City Hall

Activities

Hop-On Hop-Off bus in front of the Philadelphia Museum of Art

Philadelphia Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

AU$54
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Philadelphia Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Spirit of Philadelphia Dinner Cruise

Spirit of Philadelphia Signature Dinner Cruise

AU$212
per adult
Spirit of Philadelphia Signature Dinner Cruise
Dark Philly Adult Night Tour

Dark Philly Adult Night Tour

AU$58
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Dark Philly Adult Night Tour
Immersive American Revolution Self-Guided Walking & Driving Tours

Liberty, Freedom, and Revolution: American History Tours Bundle

AU$40
per traveller
Liberty, Freedom, and Revolution: American History Tours Bundle
Liberty Bell in Philadelphia - History and Sightseeing Walking Tour

Revolution and the Founders: History Tour of Philadelphia

AU$45
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Revolution and the Founders: History Tour of Philadelphia
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions

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

AU$91
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
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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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$165 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$165
27 July - 28 July
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! (4,029 reviews)
We lucked out. Great corner room.
"We got a corner room on the 11th floor with a super high ceiling. It was difficult to get around the bed but the high ceilings and the corner room (both views looked out onto the city) was such a bonus!!!! Thank you Club Quarters! And free nespresso in the room! And in the lobby, free flat and sparkling ..."

Reviewed on 8 Jul. 2025

Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
4 out of 5
1800 Market St, Philadelphia, PA
The price is AU$260 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$260
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,783 reviews)
"The rooms were clean. Excellent location close to everything. The staff was amazing to me and my kids. Very patient and attentive. Loved that there was an outside pool as well. First time here and now is my favorite place to stay in Center City."

Reviewed on 8 Jul. 2025

Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
Hilton Philadelphia at Penn's Landing
Hilton Philadelphia at Penn's Landing
4 out of 5
201 S. Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$248 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$248
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,187 reviews)
Relaxing Time With Family on My Birthday
"We were in town overnight to see where my son works and the liberty bell. The day we arrived happened to be my birthday. After we settled into the hotel for the evening we went down to the bar/restaurant area. We found a big table that we could play games on. We ordered truffle fries and drinks at ..."

Reviewed on 8 Jul. 2025

Hilton Philadelphia at Penn's Landing
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$239 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$239
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
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! (2,995 reviews)
"Great location!"

Reviewed on 9 Jul. 2025

Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District
Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
3.5 out of 5
31 S 19th St, Philadelphia, PA
The price is AU$164 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$164
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,485 reviews)
"Wonderful place, the staff are great. The staff at the restaurant accommodated me and my four year old son, Destin is in a quiet area with plenty of room."

Reviewed on 11 Jul. 2025

Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
Hilton Garden Inn Philadelphia Center City
Hilton Garden Inn Philadelphia Center City
3 out of 5
1100 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA
The price is AU$201 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$201
10 Aug - 11 Aug
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! (1,683 reviews)
"Great location in Center City, close to all. 1 block from train station."

Reviewed on 9 Jul. 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Philadelphia Center City
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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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