Center City Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Liberty Bell Center featuring a monument, heritage architecture and a city
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Popular places to visit

Rittenhouse Square

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 fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.

Rittenhouse Square
Pennsylvania Convention Center

Pennsylvania Convention Center

During your trip, find out what's happening in Pennsylvania Convention Center, a top convention centre in Philadelphia. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

Pennsylvania Convention Center
Reading Terminal Market showing markets, cbd and signage

Reading Terminal Market

Head to this indoor market for everything from shoofly pie to South American crafts and jewellery.

Reading Terminal Market
Liberty Bell Center featuring a monument, heritage architecture and a city

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.

Liberty Bell Center
Independence Hall

Independence Hall

Find out about the history of Philadelphia when you take a trip to Independence Hall. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

Independence Hall
Benjamin Franklin Parkway

Benjamin Franklin Parkway

The inspiring steps from the Rocky movie and a stunning fountain decorate the ends of the Champs Elysées of Pennsylvania, near the city’s top museums.

Benjamin Franklin Parkway

Activities

Immersive American Revolution Self-Guided Walking & Driving Tours

Liberty, Freedom, and Revolution: American History Tours Bundle

NZ$50
per traveller
Liberty, Freedom, and Revolution: American History Tours Bundle
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions

Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions

NZ$98
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market

Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market

NZ$98
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market
Polaris Slingshot Rental-Philadelphia, PA

Polaris Slingshot Rental-Philadelphia, PA

NZ$414
per traveller
Polaris Slingshot Rental-Philadelphia, PA
Philadelphia Old City Historic Walking Tour with 10+ Top Sites

Philadelphia Old City Historic Walking Tour with 10+ Top Sites

NZ$73
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Philadelphia Old City Historic Walking Tour with 10+ Top Sites
3 Day Niagara Falls and Philadelphia Tour from New York

3 Day Niagara Falls and Philadelphia Tour from New York

NZ$1,222
per adult
3 Day Niagara Falls and Philadelphia Tour from New York
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Our pick of the best Center City Hotel Deals

Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia

Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia

4 out of 5
1628 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA
The price is NZ$213 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
NZ$213
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,024 reviews)
Bathrooms
"Toilets are to low to the ground"

Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025

Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

4 out of 5
1800 Market St, Philadelphia, PA
The price is NZ$254 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
NZ$254
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy an outdoor pool, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,819 reviews)
Not bad, not great
"It was okay. The housekeeper came barging into my room in the morning even though I had the “do not disturb” sign on the door. The pool closes at 8pm which is a bit early in my opinion. The rooms are starting to show their age. The corner room had a nice view, but I believe they’re smaller than the ..."

Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025

Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
Hilton Philadelphia at Penn's Landing

Hilton Philadelphia at Penn's Landing

4 out of 5
201 S. Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA
The price is NZ$295 per night from 7 Aug to 8 Aug
NZ$295
7 Aug - 8 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,237 reviews)
"This hilton is in a prime location right on the water. Penns landing has so much going on in a good way. The front desk was fast and courteous offerring free water bottles each day as needed. The bar staff on the property were so kind and professional..the breakfast was ok and expensive. The downsides, ..."

Reviewed on 20 Jul. 2025

Hilton Philadelphia at Penn's Landing
Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District

Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District

3.5 out of 5
400 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA
The price is NZ$216 per night from 27 July to 28 July
NZ$216
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (3,041 reviews)
"Clean hotel with very friendly staff. The breakfast was edible, but not especially tasty. We didn’t end up using the pool, but it looked clean and well maintained. Within walking distance to stores, restaurants, bus and subway stops."

Reviewed on 20 Jul. 2025

Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District
Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

3.5 out of 5
31 S 19th St, Philadelphia, PA
The price is NZ$180 per night from 27 July to 28 July
NZ$180
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,507 reviews)
"Stayed here to be a tourist for a few days. This property is in a great spot- close to many points of interest and plenty of restaurants . The front desk staff were all very friendly , helpful and always ready to assist with any needs you may have . The size of the room was pretty small, however ..."

Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025

Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
Hilton Garden Inn Philadelphia Center City

Hilton Garden Inn Philadelphia Center City

3 out of 5
1100 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA
The price is NZ$230 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
NZ$230
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,732 reviews)
"The property is located very close to the Pennsylvania Convention Center. This made everything needed in walking distance. The fitness center is in need of improvements (a bit warm, no fans, ominous ambiance) also no dumbbells which is not common. The customer service varied but overall was fine. ..."

Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Philadelphia Center City
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Other neighbourhoods around Center City

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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.

Market East
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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.

Midtown Village
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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.

Washington Square West
Philadelphia featuring a monument, a statue or sculpture and heritage architecture

Center City West

If you're spending time in Center City West, check out sights like Walnut Street or Rittenhouse Row and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 19th St Station or 15th St. Tram Stop.

Center City West
African American Museum featuring a city and signage

Center City East

If you're spending time in Center City East, check out sights like Liberty Bell Center or Liberty Bell and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 5th St. Station or 8th St Station.

Center City East
Philadelphia featuring a monument, a statue or sculpture and heritage architecture

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.

Rittenhouse Square

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