Center City East Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Pennsylvania Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Pennsylvania Convention Center during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Reading Terminal Market
Head to this indoor market for everything from shoofly pie to South American crafts and jewellery.
Liberty Bell Center
Visit the glass gazebo where this icon of independence is housed to learn more about the bell's history and separate the truth from the many surrounding fictions.
Independence Hall
Find out about the history of Philadelphia when you take a trip to Independence Hall. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
If Thomas Jefferson University Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Philadelphia.
National Constitution Center
Visit this unique museum for an interactive, multimedia experience of one of the most important documents in US history and the stories and events that go with it.
Activities
Philadelphia: Museum of Illusions Timed Entrance Ticket
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Philadelphia Old City Historic Walking Tour with 10+ Top Sites
2-Day, 2-Tour Alcatraz & Golden Gate Bridge Bike Tour
Philadelphia: The Franklin Institute Entry Ticket
Our pick of the best Center City East Hotel Deals
Hampton Inn Philadelphia Center City-Convention Center
The staff was amazing. Very friendly
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District
Everyone at the hotel was friendly and helpful. It’s a great location in Philly and we like that we can park right next to the hotel in the parking garage. Our room also had a view of the Ben Franklin bridge. Room was clean and the bed was comfortable.
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
It was very loud and crowded. But great location and nice staff
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Hilton Garden Inn Philadelphia Center City
Clean and very comfortable beds
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Loews Philadelphia Hotel
Great
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Aloft Philadelphia Downtown
Amazing staff The manager was very knowledgeable about the city and provided some amazing recommendations. The rooms were clean and staff were friendly Location is perfect to explore all that the city has to offer.
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Center City East
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.
Center City
Known for its fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Center City. Check out top attractions like Reading Terminal Market and Walnut Street Theatre, and jump on the metro at 11th St Station or 8th St Station to see more of the city.
Society Hill
Known for its ample dining options and beautiful river views, there's plenty to explore in Society Hill. You can visit top attractions like Theater of Living Arts and Museum of the American Revolution, and jump on the metro at 5th St. Station or 2nd St. Station to see more of the city.
Washington Square West
While you're in Washington Square West, take in top sights like Walnut Street Theatre or Walnut Street, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 9th-10th & Locust St Station or 12th-13th & Locust Station.
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.
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.
