Center City Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Stay near popular Center City attractions

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Pennsylvania Convention Center

8.6/10 (3,385 reviews)
During your trip, find out what's happening in Pennsylvania Convention Center, a top convention centre in Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
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Activities

BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia

BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia

AU$68
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions

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

AU$83
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Double Decker Hop-On Hop-Off City Sightseeing Philadelphia

Double Decker Hop-On Hop-Off City Sightseeing Philadelphia (1, 2, or 3-Day)

AU$69
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Double Decker Hop-On Hop-Off City Sightseeing Philadelphia (1, 2, or 3-Day)
Philadelphia Haunted Halloween Tour: Terror Beyond the Walls

Philadelphia Haunted Halloween Tour: Terror Beyond the Walls

AU$91
per adult
Philadelphia Haunted Halloween Tour: Terror Beyond the Walls
Philadelphia: Revolution and The Founders History Tour

Philadelphia: Revolution and The Founders History Tour

AU$41
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Philadelphia: Revolution and The Founders History Tour
Philadelphia: Museum of the American Revolution Entry

Philadelphia: Museum of the American Revolution Entry

AU$39
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Philadelphia: Museum of the American Revolution Entry
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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$220 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
AU$220
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,862 reviews)
"Everything about the property was good including the coffee machines. They do have Nespresso which is different. The only thing I would encourage them to do is if they would possibly get flavored creamers. Other than that I'm really not going to nitpick. It was a great hotel to stay in and close ..."

Reviewed on 24 Oct 2026

Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
The Windsor Suites

The Windsor Suites

4 out of 5
1700 Ben Franklin Pkwy Philadelphia PA
Fully refundable
The price is AU$249 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$249
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
The Windsor Suites
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$134 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
AU$134
23 Nov - 24 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,574 reviews)
"Staff"

Reviewed on 24 Oct 2026

Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
Element by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown

Element by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown

4 out of 5
1441 CHESTNUT STREET Philadelphia PA
The price is AU$238 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
AU$238
23 Nov - 24 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
Element by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown

Philadelphia Marriott Downtown

4 out of 5
1201 Market St Philadelphia PA
The price is AU$296 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
AU$296
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,420 reviews)
"Clean"

Reviewed on 24 Oct 2026

Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
The Bellevue Hotel - The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

The Bellevue Hotel - The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

4.5 out of 5
200 South Broad Street Philadelphia PA
The price is AU$403 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
AU$403
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 3 indoor pickleball courts. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Great central location with elegant surroundings. Highly recommend!"

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2026

The Bellevue Hotel - The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
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Our guide on where to stay in Center City

Find the best Center City areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Rittenhouse Square

While you're in Rittenhouse Square, take in top sights like Walnut Street or Liberty Place, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 15th-16th & Locust Station or 19th St Station.

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Old City

Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Old City. Top attractions like Elfreth's Alley 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.

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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.

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West Philadelphia

Noted for its art galleries and museums, there's plenty to explore in West Philadelphia. Top attractions like Highmark Mann Center for the Performing Arts and Please Touch Museum 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.

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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 Xfinity Mobile Arena.

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