Washington Square West Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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A street corner with buildings, including a Texas Weiner Restaurant and a Kabuki Sushi restaurant.
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Stay near popular Washington Square West attractions

Walnut Street Theatre

Enjoy a show at Walnut Street Theatre, a theatre with a story to tell in Philadelphia. Experience the great live music 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$70
per adult
100% 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$86
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$71
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Double Decker Hop-On Hop-Off City Sightseeing Philadelphia (1, 2, or 3-Day)
Philadelphia: Revolution and The Founders History Tour

Philadelphia: Revolution and The Founders History Tour

AU$42
per adult
Philadelphia: Revolution and The Founders History Tour
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market

Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market

AU$86
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market
Philadelphia: Museum of the American Revolution Entry

Philadelphia: Museum of the American Revolution Entry

AU$39
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Philadelphia: Museum of the American Revolution Entry
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Our pick of the best Washington Square West Hotel Deals

Loews Philadelphia Hotel

Loews Philadelphia Hotel

4 out of 5
1200 Market St Philadelphia PA
The price is AU$316 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
AU$316
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,931 reviews)
"Fantastic hotel and area. The staff was amazingly helpful even when we changed our reservation. Highly recommend both for facilities and for customer service."

Reviewed on 30 July 2026

Loews Philadelphia Hotel
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown/Center City

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown/Center City

3 out of 5
261 S 13th St Philadelphia PA
The price is AU$268 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
AU$268
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,373 reviews)
"Soggiorno eccezionale, il personale professionale e a disposizione. La colazione andrebbe arricchita con qualcosa di dolce"

Reviewed on 29 July 2026

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown/Center City
DoubleTree by Hilton Philadelphia Center City

DoubleTree by Hilton Philadelphia Center City

4 out of 5
237 S. Broad St. Philadelphia PA
The price is AU$218 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
AU$218
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
DoubleTree by Hilton Philadelphia Center City
Cambria Hotel Philadelphia Downtown - Center City

Cambria Hotel Philadelphia Downtown - Center City

3 out of 5
219 S Broad St Philadelphia PA
The price is AU$227 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
AU$227
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Cambria Hotel Philadelphia Downtown - Center City
Canopy by Hilton Philadelphia Center City

Canopy by Hilton Philadelphia Center City

4 out of 5
1180 Ludlow Street Philadelphia PA
The price is AU$327 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
AU$327
6 Aug - 7 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
Canopy by Hilton Philadelphia Center City
Alexander Inn

Alexander Inn

3 out of 5
12th and Spruce Streets Philadelphia PA
The price is AU$154 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
AU$154
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,389 reviews)
"A small room and, especially bathroom. No easily accessible electric outlet. No remote control for the AC. Nice dining room and pleasant staff."

Reviewed on 29 July 2026

Alexander Inn
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Our guide on where to stay in Washington Square West

Find the best Washington Square West 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 Philadelphia Museum of Art, and jump on the metro at 11th St Station or 8th St Station to see more of the city.

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 Citizens Bank Park.

A nighttime pathway in a park with trees and buildings in the background.

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.

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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 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.

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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