East Parkside Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit East Parkside
Popular places to visit
Sesame Place
Enjoy the rides and games at Sesame Place and see why this is a favourite theme park in Oxford Valley. Attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Lincoln Financial Field
Catch an event at Lincoln Financial Field during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Philadelphia Museum of Art
From Rodin and Rubens to Rocky Balboa, this museum covers all the cultural bases.
Pennsylvania Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Pennsylvania Convention Center, a top convention centre in Philadelphia. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Xfinity Mobile Arena
Catch an event at Xfinity Mobile Arena during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and great live music 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 fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Activities
LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Philadelphia
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market
Our pick of the best East Parkside Hotel Deals
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
"The facility was clean, well cared for and the service was great. I appreciated the hot beverage bar in the lobby which was always well stocked and open. The facility itself is older and quirky but it added to the charm. I would definitely stay here again."
Reviewed on 11 June 2026
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
"Clean rooms and convenient location"
Reviewed on 11 June 2026
Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square
"Staff was excellent, pleasant and very helpful. The room is spacious and has a beautiful bathroom, although I could use a bit of updating. Great lobby and bar area too one of my favorite places to stay in Philadelphia because of the great location."
Reviewed on 11 June 2026
Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
"Super clean very friendly helpful staff!"
Reviewed on 12 June 2026
Loews Philadelphia Hotel
"Stayed and attended a conference there. Very friendly and helpful staff. Room was comfortable and clean. Can't comment on regular dining as I didn't use it but conference catering was good. Only gripe is that the elevator capacity doesn't seem to cope well you can wait a long time to get up and down ..."
Reviewed on 11 June 2026
Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District
"Awesome location!! So close to historic sites."
Reviewed on 12 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in East Parkside
Center City
Known for its fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Center City. Check out top attractions like Pennsylvania Convention Center and Philadelphia Museum of Art, and jump on the metro at 11th St Station or 8th St Station to see more of the city.
University City
Travellers choose University City for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Penn Medicine Station or 33rd St Station and check out top sights like Penn Museum.
Old City
Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Old City. Top attractions like Cherry Street Pier 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.
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 Lincoln Financial Field.
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 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.
