North Philadelphia Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Stay near popular North Philadelphia attractions

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Temple University

8.2/10 (1,760 reviews)
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Temple University during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
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Activities

LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Philadelphia

LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Philadelphia

AU$40
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Philadelphia
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions

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

AU$84
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia

BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia

AU$69
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
Double Decker Hop-On Hop-Off City Sightseeing Philadelphia

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

AU$70
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Double Decker Hop-On Hop-Off City Sightseeing Philadelphia (1, 2, or 3-Day)
Philadelphia: Revolution and The Founders History Tour

Philadelphia: Revolution and The Founders History Tour

AU$42
per adult
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 North Philadelphia Hotel Deals

Riversuites at The Battery

Riversuites at The Battery

2.5 out of 5
1325 Beach St Philadelphia PA
The price is AU$206 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
AU$206
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a casino. Popular attractions Pennsylvania Convention Center and Rittenhouse ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (473 reviews)
"I love the property the views the esthetics .no complaints"

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2026

Riversuites at The Battery
Hotel Anna & Bel

Hotel Anna & Bel

4 out of 5
1401 E Susquehanna Ave Philadelphia PA
The price is AU$563 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$563
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Pennsylvania Convention Center and Reading Terminal ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (174 reviews)
"Très bien! Mais le stationnement est vraiment problématique!"

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2026

Hotel Anna & Bel
The Conwell Inn

The Conwell Inn

2.5 out of 5
1331 Polett Walk Philadelphia PA
The price is AU$227 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
AU$227
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Philadelphia Museum ...
The Conwell Inn
The Maj Hotel

The Maj Hotel

3 out of 5
2225 Spring Garden St Philadelphia PA
The price is AU$230 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
AU$230
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (507 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay. The accomodations were super clean. Its a boutique hotel which we found to our liking. It was quiet, not a lot of people. The property location is great and very walkable to the museums. Minutes from the 30th Street train station. Would definitly stay there again."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026

The Maj Hotel
Sosuite at Independence Lofts - Callowhill

Sosuite at Independence Lofts - Callowhill

4.5 out of 5
525 N 11th St Philadelphia PA
The price is AU$195 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
AU$195
19 Aug - 20 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Pennsylvania Convention Center ...
7.8/10 Good! (138 reviews)
"Overall, my stay was satisfactory; however, the communication throughout the experience left much to be desired. The front desk staff appeared disengaged and unprofessional, making the check-in process more difficult than it should have been. When traveling, a welcoming and courteous front desk experience ..."

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2026

Sosuite at Independence Lofts - Callowhill
Goodseed Suites Philadelphia Center

Goodseed Suites Philadelphia Center

2 out of 5
2015 North 20th Street Philadelphia PA
The price is AU$279 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$279
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and hydromassage showerheads. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.4/10 Good! (298 reviews)
"Very easy to get in and get out, the only issue I had was finding parking, but outside of that it was great!"

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2026

Goodseed Suites Philadelphia Center
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Our guide on where to stay in North Philadelphia

Find the best North Philadelphia areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.

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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 Citizens Bank Park.

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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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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.

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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 Highmark 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.

North Philadelphia Travel Guide

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