Northwest Philadelphia Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Northwest Philadelphia
Popular places to visit
Morris Arboretum
Rare and ancient plant species can be admired in their thousands at this spectacular outdoor attraction.
Awbury Arboretum
Enjoy an outing to Awbury Arboretum during your stay in Philadelphia. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Wissahickon Valley Park Trail Trailhead
You can take time to visit Wissahickon Valley Park Trail Trailhead during your travels to Philadelphia.
Germantown Historical Society
You can browse the exhibits at Germantown Historical Society, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Germantown Mennonite Church
After visiting Germantown Mennonite Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Woodmere Art Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Woodmere Art Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Philadelphia. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Activities
Revolution and the Founders: History Tour of Philadelphia
Philadelphia Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
City Cruises Philadelphia Signature Dinner Cruise
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market
Our pick of the best Northwest Philadelphia Hotel Deals
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
We arrived at the hotel at 5 p.m., but our room still wasn't ready for check-in. They offered us a larger room, but only for an additional cost. The rooms and bathrooms are very small. Overall, it was disappointing.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
The shower was a bit dirty. The room needed some better undusting.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
The Windsor Suites
Great stay, very clean and courteous
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District
Outside of the nice woman that check us in not another staff member ever said hi, asked us how our stay was, and they all avoided eye contact all together. Even the server in their restaurant barely acknowledged us until it came time to give us the check. For sightseeing and historic buildings it ...
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
The Bellevue Hotel - The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Lovely room and hotel. Housekeeping did not come. Arrived late afternoon and no one was available to help with luggage. Family loved the exercise/spa area. Room was quick for breakfast, food was good but I was not expecting it to come on a cart or tray, not bags
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
Room was digusting.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Northwest Philadelphia
North Philadelphia
You might enjoy the historical sites while in North Philadelphia. The Liacouras Center is a notable sight, and you can get around town at North Philadelphia BSL Station or Allegheny 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 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.
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.
Fishtown
While you're in Fishtown, take in top sights like The Fillmore Philedelphia or Rivers Casino, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Palmer St & Girard Ave Stop or Girard Ave & Columbia Ave Tram Stop.
Northern Liberties
While you're in Northern Liberties, take in top sights like National Shrine of St. John Neumann and jump on the metro at 5th & Girard Ave Stop to see more of the city.
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.
