Old City Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Elfreth's Alley
Find out about the history of Philadelphia when you spend time at Elfreth's Alley. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Betsy Ross House
You can find out about the history of Philadelphia when you stop by Betsy Ross House. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
National Museum of American Jewish History
You can study the exhibits at National Museum of American Jewish History, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Blue Cross RiverRink
You can take time to visit Blue Cross RiverRink during your travels to Philadelphia. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Museum of the American Revolution
You can study the exhibits at Museum of the American Revolution, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Philadelphia. Experience the great live music and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Historic Arch Street Meeting House
Find out about the history of Philadelphia when you take a trip to Historic Arch Street Meeting House. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this vibrant area.
Activities
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Our pick of the best Old City Hotel Deals
Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District
Great place to stay to visit all the historic sites. The rooms were clean and comfortable.
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia by IHG
The room was great and loved checking in right when they were having "happy hour" in the lobby. Good start! BUT, I wish we were told that the gym was closed due to renovations. Was disappointed that nothing was done to compensate us for that (I even asked for a few free weights to use in my room ...
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Penn's View Hotel
No gym
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia - Penns Landing by IHG
Clean room. Cool view.
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
The Windsor Suites
The hotel was nothing but perfect. Well, yes, they are under construction. It does not take away from the ambience or the experience of enjoying the hotels, beautiful scenery, the rooftop lounge and pool area and the amazing on site bar for your dinning pleasure.
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
Clean
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Old City
Center City East
If you're spending time in Center City East, check out sights like Pennsylvania Convention Center or Liberty Bell Center and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 5th St. Station or 8th St Station.
Society Hill
Known for its ample dining options and beautiful river views, there's plenty to explore in Society Hill. You can visit top attractions like Theater of Living Arts and Museum of the American Revolution, and jump on the metro at 5th St. Station or 2nd St. Station to see more of the city.
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.
Market East
Reading Terminal Market and Walnut Street Theatre are top sights in Market East, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at 11th St Station or 8th St Station to see more sights in the area.
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.
Washington Square West
While you're in Washington Square West, take in top sights like Walnut Street Theatre or Walnut Street, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 9th-10th & Locust St Station or 12th-13th & Locust Station.
