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 entertainment choices and great live music in this vibrant area.
Pennsylvania Convention Center
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.
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.
Reading Terminal Market
Head to this indoor market for everything from shoofly pie to South American crafts and jewellery.
Independence Hall
Find out about the history of Philadelphia when you take a trip to Independence Hall. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
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.
Activities
Philadelphia Flyers Ice Hockey Game at Wells Fargo Center
Philadelphia Old City Historic Walking Tour with 10+ Top Sites
Philadelphia: Museum of Illusions Timed Entrance Ticket
2.5 Hour Philadelphia History Tour with Washington War Tent Show
Philadelphia: The Franklin Institute Entry Ticket
Philadelphia: Museum of the American Revolution Entry
Our pick of the best Center City Hotel Deals
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025
Hampton Inn Philadelphia Center City-Convention Center
Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025
The Windsor Suites
Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025
Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District
Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025
Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
Reviewed on 30 Sept 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 Rittenhouse Row 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.
Society Hill
The abundant dining options and stunning river views are top of the list for many visitors to Society Hill. A stop by Old Pine Street Presbyterian Church or Athenaeum of Philadelphia might round out your trip.
Center City Travel Guide
What kind of hotels are in Center City?
Are there hotels near Center City?
- Rittenhouse Square Hotels
- South Philadelphia Hotels
- Old City Hotels
- North Philadelphia Hotels
- West Philadelphia Hotels
- Market East Hotels
- Logan Square Hotels
- Center City East Hotels
- Northern Liberties Hotels
- Washington Square West Hotels
- Society Hill Hotels
- Penn's Landing Hotels
- Fairmount Hotels
- Chinatown Hotels
- Gayborhood Hotels
- Queen Village Hotels
