Center City Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Stay near popular Center City attractions

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Pennsylvania Convention Center

8.6/10 (3,385 reviews)
During your trip, find out what's happening in Pennsylvania Convention Center, a top convention centre in Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
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Activities

BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia

BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia

NZ$84
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

NZ$102
per adult
82% 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$102
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market
Philadelphia Eagles Football Game at Lincoln Financial Field

Philadelphia Eagles Football Game at Lincoln Financial Field

NZ$6,062
per adult
Philadelphia Eagles Football Game at Lincoln Financial Field
Historic Philly for Kids Ages 5 to 12

Historic Philly for Kids Ages 5 to 12

NZ$35
per adult
Historic Philly for Kids Ages 5 to 12
Discover Philadelphia A Guided Tour

Discover Philadelphia: A Self-Guided Tour

NZ$2
per adult
Discover Philadelphia: A Self-Guided Tour
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Our pick of the best Center City Hotel Deals

Loews Philadelphia Hotel

Loews Philadelphia Hotel

4 out of 5
1200 Market St Philadelphia PA
The price is NZ$353 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
NZ$353
7 Sept - 8 Sept
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! (1,974 reviews)
"Great hotel amazing staff"

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2026

Loews Philadelphia Hotel
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown

Philadelphia Marriott Downtown

4 out of 5
1201 Market St Philadelphia PA
The price is NZ$336 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
NZ$336
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
W Philadelphia

W Philadelphia

5 out of 5
1439 CHESTNUT ST Philadelphia PA
The price is NZ$418 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
NZ$418
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
W Philadelphia
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$220 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
NZ$220
23 Aug - 24 Aug
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 ...
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District

Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District

3.5 out of 5
400 Arch Street Philadelphia PA
The price is NZ$228 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
NZ$228
7 Sept - 8 Sept
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 ...
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$177 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
NZ$177
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
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Our guide on where to stay in Center City

Find the best Center City areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Photo by Ann Sair
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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.

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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.

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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 courtyard with a fountain, a bench, and a building with a Penn logo.

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.

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.

Center City Travel Guide

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