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 acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant 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.
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.
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.
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.
Activities
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market
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
Sonesta Select Philadelphia Airport
"Staff was very rude when we checked out. Like we were bothering her. AC sounded like a cement mixer the last night hardly slept"
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
"Nice hotel and good location"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Sheraton Suites Philadelphia Airport
"Just stayed overnight/quick trip. Staff was courteous and helpful!"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Four Points By Sheraton Philadelphia Airport
"Never ended up staying there, the a/c in the room was not working, there was 2 fans placed in the room but the room temp remained 80 degrees. The desk clerk was very apologetic and found me a room at a sister hotel across the plaza! She was amazing!"
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
"Terrible not clean at all"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Philadelphia Airport
"Inexpensive hotel near the airport. Bathroom was updated but carpets were rather dirty."
Reviewed on 17 May 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 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.
