Center City East Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Center City East
Stay near popular Center City East attractions
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 Eagles Football Game at Lincoln Financial Field
Our pick of the best Center City East Hotel Deals
Loews Philadelphia Hotel
"The staff was very helpful, friendly and respectful Everyone made you feel welcomed a d appreciated- I will recommend this hotel to all my friends and family- A very refreshing experience"
Reviewed on 13 Aug 2026
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District
"Staff was so friendly and helpful. Very enthusiastic about our stay and our first time visit to Philly. Only thing was the rooms were just a bit dirty, on the surface was tidy but between the bed & side table were fingernail clippings and some type of liquid spray marks on the walls."
Reviewed on 15 Aug 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Philadelphia Center City
"Everything was good. Will stay here again for my next trip to Philly."
Reviewed on 15 Aug 2026
Hampton Inn Philadelphia Center City-Convention Center
"The room was clean and comfortable. Really dislike the tall height of all the bathroom counters, too high for petite people. The valet parking expense is too high!"
Reviewed on 15 Aug 2026
Penn's View Hotel
"Great stay"
Reviewed on 15 Aug 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Center City East
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.
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.
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.
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.
West Philadelphia
Noted for its art galleries and museums, there's plenty to explore in West Philadelphia. Top attractions like Philadelphia Museum of Art and Highmark Mann Center for the Performing Arts are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Lancaster Ave & 49th St Tram Stop or 49th & Girard Ave Stop to see more of the city.
