Fishtown Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Fishtown
Stay near popular Fishtown attractions
Activities
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Our pick of the best Fishtown Hotel Deals
Riversuites at The Battery
"The room looks nice and is a good size, however, it was pretty dirty and not well maintained. The hand towel rack and toilet paper holder were both broken. The rug was stained and the floor was dirty. Maybe we just got unlucky with out room, but we were only there for a night so we just dealt with ..."
Reviewed on 5 July 2026
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
"Genial el hotel!"
Reviewed on 5 July 2026
Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square
"I arrived very late. At checked in, the customer service agent noticed my reservation was for the next day. He checked the room rate for that night, it was close to $1K and suggested for me to check online since I still have 10 minutes before midnights. I did managed to get a room at a similar rate ..."
Reviewed on 5 July 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
"Great hotel , clean and the but it's old hotel and they are renovating . MY TIP IS TO ASK FOR THE ROOM WHICH IS AWAY FROM THE ELEVATOR AND QUITE ROOM. So I called I called the front desk before I came and made sure I had a room which is quite. Super friendly staff . Would recommend this hotel stay ..."
Reviewed on 5 July 2026
Loews Philadelphia Hotel
"Just takes a while to get drinks or food but other than that it’s great"
Reviewed on 5 July 2026
Hampton Inn Philadelphia Center City-Convention Center
"The staff were very helpful and hosted. The environment was nice and comfortable."
Reviewed on 3 July 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Fishtown
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.
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 Citizens Bank Park.
Old City
Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Old City. Top attractions like Elfreth's Alley 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.
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.
