South Philadelphia Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A street with a restaurant named South Philly Barbacoa.
A street corner with a green awning storefront named "GIORDANO" and a "No Parking" sign.
A Wells Fargo Center with a modern glass facade and a large sign.
An indoor ice hockey rink with players in orange jerseys.
A baseball stadium with a large sign reading "Citizens Bank Park".

Stay near popular South Philadelphia attractions

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Xfinity Mobile Arena

8.4/10 (3,330 reviews)
Catch an event at Xfinity Mobile Arena during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
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Activities

BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia

BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia

AU$68
per adult
94% 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
Double Decker Hop-On Hop-Off City Sightseeing Philadelphia

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

AU$68
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Double Decker Hop-On Hop-Off City Sightseeing Philadelphia (1, 2, or 3-Day)
Philadelphia Phillies Baseball Game at Citizens Bank Park

Philadelphia Phillies Baseball Game at Citizens Bank Park

AU$93
per adult
Philadelphia Phillies Baseball Game at Citizens Bank Park
Philadelphia: Revolution and The Founders History Tour

Philadelphia: Revolution and The Founders History Tour

AU$40
per adult
Philadelphia: Revolution and The Founders History Tour
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
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Our pick of the best South Philadelphia Hotel Deals

Live! Casino & Hotel Philadelphia

Live! Casino & Hotel Philadelphia

4 out of 5
900 Packer Ave Philadelphia PA
The price is AU$316 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
AU$316
7 Sept - 8 Sept
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! (1,927 reviews)
"All of the above"

Reviewed on 1 Sept 2026

Live! Casino & Hotel Philadelphia
Holiday Inn Philadelphia Arpt-Stadium Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Philadelphia Arpt-Stadium Area by IHG

3 out of 5
2033 Penrose Avenue Philadelphia PA
The price is AU$192 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
AU$192
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,719 reviews)
"The room smelled like marihuana. not good"

Reviewed on 31 Aug 2026

Holiday Inn Philadelphia Arpt-Stadium Area by IHG
Sosuite at The Queen - Queen Village

Sosuite at The Queen - Queen Village

2 out of 5
628 S 5th St Philadelphia PA
The price is AU$141 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
AU$141
3 Sept - 4 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, Netflix and an in-room espresso maker. Popular attractions Pennsylvania Convention Center and Rittenhouse ...
8/10 Very good! (94 reviews)
"n/a"

Reviewed on 1 Sept 2026

Sosuite at The Queen - Queen Village
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$387 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
AU$387
20 Sept - 21 Sept
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Walking distance to sporting/concert venues. Nice sized rooms, very clean, very friendly/supportive staff"

Reviewed on 26 Aug 2026

Courtyard Philadelphia South at The Navy Yard
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$260 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
AU$260
8 Sept - 9 Sept
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! (4,811 reviews)
"Clean, but super dated hotel. Bathroom needs major update."

Reviewed on 1 Sept 2026

Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
The Windsor Suites

The Windsor Suites

4 out of 5
1700 Ben Franklin Pkwy Philadelphia PA
The price is AU$182 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
AU$182
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
The Windsor Suites
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Our guide on where to stay in South Philadelphia

Find the best South 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 Reading Terminal Market, and jump on the metro at 11th St Station or 8th 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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Old City

Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Old City. Top attractions like Betsy Ross House and Historic Arch Street Meeting House are major draws, and you can catch the metro at 2nd St. Station or 5th St. Station to see more of the city.

A courtyard with a fountain, a bench, and a building with a Penn logo.

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 Franklin Field.

A busy indoor market with various food stalls and signs advertising items like 'Dutch Eating Place' and 'Take Out Here'.

Market East

Reading Terminal Market and City Hall 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.

South Philadelphia Travel Guide

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