Center City Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Center City
Popular places to visit
Pennsylvania Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Pennsylvania Convention Center, a top convention centre in Philadelphia. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
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 acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices 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 acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
The Franklin Institute
You can study the exhibits at The Franklin Institute, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
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: Luggage Storage
Our pick of the best Center City Hotel Deals
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
"My reservation was guaranteed for 3:00 PM check-in. I arrived at 3:15 PM and my room was not ready. While one of the desk clerks was very apologetic, I had to wait until 3:40 before my room was ready; that is not acceptable. It really is a bare bones hotel where the only amenity is a coffee machine ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
"Easy smooth check in. Super convenient. Great room"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
The Windsor Suites
"Nice staff - great location"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
The Bellevue Hotel - The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
"I wouldn't know. I was unable to make the trip and due to your non refund policy, I also paid for everything and got nothing."
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Philadelphia Center City
"Really needs a little more care for the day to day stuff. First day was good, and I don't need daily servicing, but the small requests we had were mostly ignored and we were given options that were more work or more cost to us. No clean towels to swap? No way."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
"I stayed for 3 nights. Good for the price. Convenient location"
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Center City
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.
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.
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.
Center City East
If you're spending time in Center City East, check out sights like Pennsylvania Convention Center or Liberty Bell Center and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 5th St. Station or 8th St Station.
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.
Center City West
If you're spending time in Center City West, check out sights like Walnut Street or Liberty Place and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 19th St Station or 15th St. Tram Stop.
