Southwest Philadelphia Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Southwest Philadelphia
Popular places to visit
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.
Xfinity Mobile Arena
Catch an event at Xfinity Mobile Arena during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the fascinating museums and great live music in this vibrant area.
Lincoln Financial Field
Catch an event at Lincoln Financial Field during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Citizens Bank Park
Catch an event at Citizens Bank Park during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums 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.
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 art galleries and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Activities
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Philadelphia 2 Hour Electric Cart Tour
Go City: Philadelphia Explorer Pass - Choose 3 to 7 Attractions
Our pick of the best Southwest Philadelphia Hotel Deals
Sheraton Suites Philadelphia Airport
"One of the best hotels i have stayed in a while"
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Sonesta Select Philadelphia Airport
"Excellent low cost airport hotel with great shuttle service."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
"Room was clean. Service was good. Only issue was having to pay for parking."
Reviewed on 3 June 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
"Hotel need to be updated and Paul does not work. It’s under construction."
Reviewed on 3 June 2026
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Philadelphia Airport
"Very functional and well organized near airport hotel"
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Four Points By Sheraton Philadelphia Airport
"I love stayin there"
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
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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 Citizens Bank Park.
South Philadelphia East
If you're spending time in South Philadelphia East, check out sights like Lincoln Financial Field or Citizens Bank Park 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.
