Center City Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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 acclaimed art galleries 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 theatre scene and great live music 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 entertainment choices 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 entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
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Our pick of the best Center City Hotel Deals
The Windsor Suites
The hotel is going through a renovation in the lobby, and the wait for the elevators is excruciating. Also, valet parking is expensive and also is a painful experience. You shouldn’t have to stress about getting around your hotel - Lots of really irritable guests, especially at rush times. Sound ...
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
Good
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
The Bellevue Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
The room was fine. The Bellevue charged me a Destination Fee of $32 and a City Occupancy Tax of $4.96 for a total of $36.96, which felt like a double charge. The staff was friendly and professional but the everything was spread out everywhere.
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District
The stay at the Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District was wonderful. The room was unbelievable! The representatives at the desk were professional and answered all concerns. The lone drawbacks were the doors in the room were a little tough to close and the breakfast that had to paid for was unfortunately ...
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square
No hot water
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Kimpton Hotel Palomar Philadelphia by IHG
Easily a top 3 Hotel for me in Philadelphia. I got the Suite w/ the hot tub and it was needed. Stayed 2 nights with a friend and we were relaxed. Its in a great part of town surrounded by small bars, high end restaurants and everything in between. Its all in walking distance. The employees were helpful ...
Reviewed on 16 Feb 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 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
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 Rittenhouse Row and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 19th St Station or 15th St. Tram Stop.
