South Philadelphia East Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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A baseball stadium with a large sign reading "Citizens Bank Park".
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Stay near popular South Philadelphia East attractions

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Lincoln Financial Field

8.8/5 (1,744 reviews)
Catch an event at Lincoln Financial Field during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
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Activities

LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Philadelphia

LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Philadelphia

AU$35
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Philadelphia
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia

BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia

AU$68
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions

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

AU$82
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market

Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market

AU$82
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market
Sphinx Gallery

Penn Museum Admission Ticket

AU$32
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Penn Museum Admission Ticket
Philadelphia 2 Hour Electric Cart Tour

Philadelphia 2 Hour Electric Cart Tour

AU$96
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Philadelphia 2 Hour Electric Cart Tour
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Our pick of the best South Philadelphia East Hotel Deals

Live! Casino & Hotel Philadelphia

Live! Casino & Hotel Philadelphia

4 out of 5
900 Packer Ave Philadelphia PA
The price is AU$452 per night from 2 July to 3 July
AU$452
2 July - 3 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free parking, 5 restaurants and a casino. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,802 reviews)
"Always a great time! No complaints!"

Reviewed on 27 June 2026

Live! Casino & Hotel Philadelphia
Courtyard Philadelphia South at The Navy Yard

Courtyard Philadelphia South at The Navy Yard

3 out of 5
1001 Intrepid Ave Philadelphia PA
The price is AU$434 per night from 5 July to 6 July
AU$434
5 July - 6 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
"Short stay. But every part of the staff was very friendly, and helpful. I would definitely stay again for my next trip."

Reviewed on 14 June 2026

Courtyard Philadelphia South at The Navy Yard
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown

Philadelphia Marriott Downtown

4 out of 5
1201 Market St Philadelphia PA
The price is AU$317 per night from 9 July to 10 July
AU$317
9 July - 10 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,067 reviews)
"Nice hotel"

Reviewed on 26 June 2026

Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square

Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square

4.5 out of 5
120 S 17th St Philadelphia PA
The price is AU$317 per night from 8 July to 9 July
AU$317
8 July - 9 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,413 reviews)
"Location, location, location, great breakfast great staff great Parking, easy and easy out everything accessible around the area"

Reviewed on 25 June 2026

Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia

Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia

4 out of 5
1628 Chestnut St Philadelphia PA
The price is AU$201 per night from 6 July to 7 July
AU$201
6 July - 7 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,662 reviews)
"I stayed here for 1 night for a World Cup game. The hotel is very basic, it’s no frills which is what I expected going in. Highlights: comfortable beds, complimentary espresso/coffee in room and lobby, prime location downtown in Rittenhouse near plenty of great restaurants, bars, and cafes, they ..."

Reviewed on 27 June 2026

Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
Hampton Inn Philadelphia Center City-Convention Center

Hampton Inn Philadelphia Center City-Convention Center

3 out of 5
1301 Race St Philadelphia PA
The price is AU$232 per night from 9 July to 10 July
AU$232
9 July - 10 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.2/10 Very good! (2,944 reviews)
"Staff was very helpful and the city is easy to explore from the hotels location"

Reviewed on 26 June 2026

Hampton Inn Philadelphia Center City-Convention Center
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Our guide on where to stay in South Philadelphia East

Find the best South Philadelphia East 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.

A baseball stadium with a large sign reading "Citizens Bank Park".
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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 Lincoln Financial Field.

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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 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.

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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.

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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 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.

South Philadelphia East Travel Guide

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