South Philadelphia Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit South Philadelphia
Stay near popular South Philadelphia attractions
Activities
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
Philadelphia: Revolution and The Founders History Tour
Philadelphia: Museum of the American Revolution Entry
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market
Our pick of the best South Philadelphia Hotel Deals
Live! Casino & Hotel Philadelphia
Holiday Inn Philadelphia Arpt-Stadium Area by IHG
"Despite the crowd at checking the staff did great at checking everyone in quickly"
Reviewed on 18 July 2026
Sosuite at The Ovation - Avenue of The Arts
"No"
Reviewed on 17 July 2026
Sosuite at The Queen - Queen Village
"Amazing ambiet"
Reviewed on 17 July 2026
Courtyard Philadelphia South at The Navy Yard
"Clean room. Staff was excellent."
Reviewed on 18 July 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
"Our stay was excellent. The room was clean, well-maintained, and very comfortable. The staff were friendly and accommodating throughout our visit, and the air conditioning worked, keeping the room at a pleasant temperature. We would definitely recommend this hotel to other travelers!"
Reviewed on 18 July 2026
Our guide on where to stay in South Philadelphia
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.
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.
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.
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 University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology.
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.
