Southwest Philadelphia Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Southwest Philadelphia
Popular places to visit
Lincoln Financial Field
Catch an event at Lincoln Financial Field during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the great live music and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Xfinity Mobile Arena
Catch an event at Xfinity Mobile Arena during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the great live music and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Pennsylvania Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Pennsylvania Convention Center, a top convention centre in Philadelphia. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Sesame Place
Enjoy the rides and games at Sesame Place and see why this is a favourite theme park in Oxford Valley. Attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
University of Pennsylvania
Explore the campus of University of Pennsylvania, a top university in Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Rittenhouse Square
Rittenhouse Square is just one of the places to see in Philadelphia, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and great live music in this vibrant area.
Activities
Revolution and the Founders: History Tour of Philadelphia
Philadelphia Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
City Cruises Philadelphia Signature Dinner Cruise
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Double Decker Hop-On Hop-Off City Sightseeing Philadelphia (1, 2, or 3-Day)
Our pick of the best Southwest Philadelphia Hotel Deals
Sonesta Select Philadelphia Airport
Great stay. I went with family. Will do it again
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
Don’t stay here. We got in late from the airport, we waited for the hotel shuttle for 45 minutes and no one came. We had to get on a shuttle to rent a car at 11:30 at night. We got to the hotel and I told them I was checking and they said they were booked. I showed her my confirmation and I called ...
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Philadelphia Suites-Extended Stay
Everything was very good—except that the spout diverse was don't work property
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Four Points By Sheraton Philadelphia Airport
Yes
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Sheraton Suites Philadelphia Airport
Property needs updating and repair. Bar/ restaurant staff severly understaffed and unorganized. Was disappointed especially for Marriott property.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
Brakefast was good, just the same every morning.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Southwest Philadelphia
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 Xfinity Mobile Arena.
South Philadelphia East
If you're spending time in South Philadelphia East, check out sights like Lincoln Financial Field or Xfinity Mobile Arena and hop on the metro to see more of the city at NRG Station or Oregon 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 Penn Museum.
Rittenhouse Square
While you're in Rittenhouse Square, take in top sights like Walnut Street or Liberty Place, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 15th-16th & Locust Station or 19th St Station.
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.
Midtown Village
While you're in Midtown Village, take in top sights like Walnut Street or Historical Society of Pennsylvania, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 12th-13th & Locust Station or Walnut Locust Station.
