Center City East Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Center City East
Popular places to visit
Pennsylvania Convention Center
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.
Reading Terminal Market
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.
Liberty Bell Center
Displayed right in the heart of the city, this bell is one of Philadelphia’s most prized possessions.
Independence Hall
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.
Franklin Square
Find out about the history of Philadelphia when you take a trip to Franklin Square. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and great live music in this vibrant area.
National Constitution Center
Visitors are encouraged to learn about this key moment in US history and to explore the concept of freedom as a whole.
Activities
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Philadelphia 2 Hour Electric Cart Tour
Go City: Philadelphia Explorer Pass - Choose 3 to 7 Attractions
Our pick of the best Center City East Hotel Deals
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
"Wonderful Breakfast, Helpful Staff"
Reviewed on 19 June 2026
Loews Philadelphia Hotel
"Amazing stay!!"
Reviewed on 18 June 2026
Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District
"The room was clean and more than sufficient for me, we really enjoyed the rooftop pool though the edge of the pool had some damage. Parking was fine, if expensive. All of my concerns are really the difference between the hotel being conveniently located to my destination and a similar hotel much ..."
Reviewed on 19 June 2026
Hampton Inn Philadelphia Center City-Convention Center
"Everything about this location could be greatly improved"
Reviewed on 20 June 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Philadelphia Center City
"I loved the location being next to the reading terminal and on the edge of Chinatown."
Reviewed on 18 June 2026
Penn's View Hotel
"Excellent and I will definitely be back very soon!!!!!"
Reviewed on 19 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Center City East
Center City
Known for its fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Center City. Check out top attractions like Pennsylvania Convention Center and Philadelphia Museum of Art, and jump on the metro at 11th St Station or 8th St Station to see more of the city.
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.
South Philadelphia
Travellers choose South Philadelphia for its great live music. Hop aboard the metro at Snyder Station or Tasker Morris Station and check out top sights like Lincoln Financial Field.
Old City
Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Old City. Top attractions like Cherry Street Pier and Betsy Ross House are major draws, and you can catch the metro at 2nd St. Station or 5th St. Station to see more of the city.
West Philadelphia
Noted for its art galleries and museums, there's plenty to explore in West Philadelphia. Top attractions like Philadelphia Museum of Art and Mann Center for the Performing Arts are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Lancaster Ave & 49th St Tram Stop or 49th & Girard Ave Stop to see more of the city.
