University City Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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An art gallery with a glass display case containing various sculptures and artifacts.
An art museum with wooden floors, glass display cases, and various sculptures.
The Penn Museum sign with a brick wall and buildings in the background.
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Stay near popular University City attractions

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University of Pennsylvania

8.6/10 (3,575 reviews)
Explore the campus of University of Pennsylvania, a top university in Philadelphia. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries 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
Museum of Illusions Philadelphia Admission Ticket

Museum of Illusions Philadelphia Admission Ticket

AU$40
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Museum of Illusions Philadelphia Admission Ticket
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
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Our pick of the best University City Hotel Deals

The Study at University City

The Study at University City

4 out of 5
20 S 33rd Street Philadelphia PA
The price is AU$337 per night from 10 Sept to 11 Sept
AU$337
10 Sept - 11 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
"Room was clean great location"

Reviewed on 3 Sept 2026

The Study at University City
Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel

Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel

3.5 out of 5
3549 Chestnut St. Philadelphia PA
The price is AU$300 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
AU$300
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel
4211 Suites

4211 Suites

4.5 out of 5
4211 Chestnut St Philadelphia PA
The price is AU$145 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
AU$145
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Rittenhouse Square and Pennsylvania ...
4211 Suites
Homewood Suites by Hilton University City

Homewood Suites by Hilton University City

3 out of 5
4109 Walnut St Philadelphia PA
The price is AU$250 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
AU$250
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,016 reviews)
"Good overall. Rooms clean when request maintenance or any help they respond In a quit response"

Reviewed on 6 Sept 2026

Homewood Suites by Hilton University City
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$225 per night from 10 Sept to 11 Sept
AU$225
10 Sept - 11 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! (4,838 reviews)
"Centrally located, felt safe and secure. Smooth experience all around."

Reviewed on 7 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$162 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
AU$162
8 Sept - 9 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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,214 reviews)
"Need to improve in the customer reception service to be more polite and more informative."

Reviewed on 7 Sept 2026

The Windsor Suites
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Our guide on where to stay in University City

Find the best University City 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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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.

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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.

A baseball stadium with a large sign reading "Citizens Bank Park".
Photo by Ann Sair
Open Photo by Ann Sair

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.

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 Walnut Street Theatre 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.

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