Fairmount Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Philadelphia Museum of Art
From Rodin and Rubens to Rocky Balboa, this museum covers all the cultural bases.
Eastern State Penitentiary
Walk the halls once inhabited by the likes of Al Capone and hear tales of riots and rehabilitation within the walls of this legendary prison building.
Rocky Statue
Find out about the history of Philadelphia when you take a trip to Rocky Statue. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Fairmount Waterworks Drive
Explore the great outdoors at Fairmount Waterworks Drive, a lovely green space in Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Mural Arts Philadelphia
You can study the exhibits at Mural Arts Philadelphia, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Rocky Steps
You can find out about the history of Philadelphia with a stop at Rocky Steps. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Activities
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Philadelphia Old City Historic Walking Tour with 10+ Top Sites
Philadelphia: Museum of Illusions Timed Entrance Ticket
Philadelphia: The Franklin Institute Entry Ticket
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Other neighbourhoods around Fairmount
Logan Square
Logan Square is highly notable for its fascinating museums, and you might want to visit top sights like The Franklin Institute and Franklin Institute Science Museum. See more of Philadelphia by jumping on the metro at Suburban Station or 15th St. Tram Stop.
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.
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.
Rittenhouse Square
While you're in Rittenhouse Square, take in top sights like Walnut Street or Rittenhouse Row, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 15th-16th & Locust Station or 19th St Station.
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.
Center City
Known for its fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Center City. Check out top attractions like Philadelphia Museum of Art and Reading Terminal Market, and jump on the metro at 11th St Station or 8th St Station to see more of the city.
