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.
Rocky Statue
Find out about the history of Philadelphia when you take a trip to Rocky Statue. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Eastern State Penitentiary
Infamous gangsters once paced the corridors of this old jail; now day-tripping visitors can do the same.
Fairmount Waterworks Drive
Explore the great outdoors at Fairmount Waterworks Drive, a lovely green space in Philadelphia. Experience the entertainment choices 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 fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
The Met Philadelphia
You can enjoy a show at The Met Philadelphia on your trip to Philadelphia. While you're in the area, find time to visit its temples.
Activities
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Polaris Slingshot Rental-Philadelphia, PA
Philadelphia: Museum of Illusions Timed Entrance Ticket
Go City: Philadelphia Explorer Pass - Choose 3 to 7 Attractions
Philadelphia: The Franklin Institute Entry Ticket
Our pick of the best Fairmount Hotel Deals
The Maj Hotel
Very clean rooms and attentive staff. The location , close to Barnes foundation and the Art Museum was very important for me.
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
Friendly staff. Hotel clean. Complimentary coffee and tea in lobby.
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
Rooms are cleaned and sanitized upon check-in and during your daily stay. The staff is AMAZING!!!!!! I would highly recommend
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
The Windsor Suites
Beautiful hotel. Greta location. Irish pub next door was nice as well. Staff was respectful. Only little thing that bothered me was the shower pressure. But that’s just minor and my opinion no biggie.
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Hampton Inn Philadelphia Center City-Convention Center
Great staff
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
Delta Hotel Philadelphia Airport
Short stay for us but property was nice . Room was clean
Reviewed on 20 Dec 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 Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul. 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 Liberty Place 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 University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology.
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.
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 Reading Terminal Market and Walnut Street Theatre, and jump on the metro at 11th St Station or 8th St Station to see more of the city.
