Center City Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
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 entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
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.
City Hall
Find out about the history of Philadelphia when you spend time at City Hall. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
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 Hotel Deals
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
Located in the heart of center city, CQ is a 30-min walk from 30th St Station. One block away is Bruno Bros, a great food and wine emporium, The Parkway museums and institutes are. 20-30 min on foot. My room was fine, bathroom oddly designed/a tight fit. Lobby coffee is weak but more than the 2-oz ...
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Hampton Inn Philadelphia Center City-Convention Center
Staff was super nice. Rooms were clean and the breakfast was amazing!
Reviewed on 11 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
Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
Excellent location, reasonable prices, clean quiet rooms and friendly staff. Very European style. Small and sparse yet comfortable.
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
Staff was courteous. Room was very clean.
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
I've stayed here before, and I'd stay here again.
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
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 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.
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.
Rittenhouse Square
While you're in Rittenhouse Square, take in top sights like Walnut Street or Liberty Place, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 15th-16th & Locust Station or 19th St Station.
Center City Travel Guide
What kind of hotels are in Center City?
Are there hotels near Center City?
- North Philadelphia Hotels
- South Philadelphia Hotels
- Rittenhouse Square Hotels
- Old City Hotels
- West Philadelphia Hotels
- Market East Hotels
- Logan Square Hotels
- Center City East Hotels
- Washington Square West Hotels
- Northern Liberties Hotels
- Society Hill Hotels
- Fairmount Hotels
- Penn's Landing Hotels
- Chinatown Hotels
- Gayborhood Hotels
- Queen Village Hotels
