Glenwood Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Glenwood
Popular places to visit
Sesame Place
Enjoy the rides and games at Sesame Place and see why this is a favourite theme park in Oxford Valley. Attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Lincoln Financial Field
Catch an event at Lincoln Financial Field during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Philadelphia Museum of Art
This sweeping museum is home to over 227,000 objects and hosts around 25 special exhibitions per year.
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.
Xfinity Mobile Arena
Catch an event at Xfinity Mobile Arena during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and great live music in this vibrant area.
Rittenhouse Square
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.
Activities
LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Philadelphia
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market
Philadelphia 2 Hour Electric Cart Tour
Our pick of the best Glenwood Hotel Deals
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
"This was my fourth stay here and it has not disappointed me during any of my visits. I will look forward to returning here again."
Reviewed on 10 June 2026
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
"The hotel is great! It's in a good location close by everything. The rooms are clean, the staff was very helpful. Checking in and checking out was very easy. I would definitely stay here again!"
Reviewed on 10 June 2026
Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square
"Had a lovely stay in a corner room at the Sofitel (in the room type dubbed “magnifique”). The room felt luxurious, spacious, and quiet. Lots of nice touches like mini-turndown while we were out, some tasty treats left on our nightstand, plush bath towels. The restobar by thr lobby is great — nice ..."
Reviewed on 10 June 2026
Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
"Great location. Fun rooftop bar, nice coffee shop to grab something to go. Rooms are a bit small but affordable and well appointed."
Reviewed on 8 June 2026
Loews Philadelphia Hotel
"I Totally Appreciated how helpful everyone was, especially 'T' at the front desk. Definitely the best place to stay in downtown Philadelphia."
Reviewed on 10 June 2026
Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District
"Nice room."
Reviewed on 10 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Glenwood
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.
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.
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.
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.
