Frankford Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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A city skyline with modern architecture, including a distinctive bridge and a large Ferris wheel.

Stay near popular Frankford attractions

Grand Army of the Republic Museum & Library

You can browse the exhibits at Grand Army of the Republic Museum & Library, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Philadelphia. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
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Activities

LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Philadelphia

LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Philadelphia

NZ$44
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Philadelphia
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions

Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions

NZ$103
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Historic Philly for Kids Ages 5 to 12

Historic Philly for Kids Ages 5 to 12

NZ$44
per adult
Historic Philly for Kids Ages 5 to 12
Museum of Illusions Philadelphia Admission Ticket

Museum of Illusions Philadelphia Admission Ticket

NZ$51
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Museum of Illusions Philadelphia Admission Ticket
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia

BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia

NZ$85
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
Philadelphia: Museum of the American Revolution Entry

Philadelphia: Museum of the American Revolution Entry

NZ$47
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Philadelphia: Museum of the American Revolution Entry
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Our pick of the best Frankford Hotel Deals

Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

4 out of 5
1800 Market St Philadelphia PA
The price is NZ$343 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
NZ$343
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
The Windsor Suites

The Windsor Suites

4 out of 5
1700 Ben Franklin Pkwy Philadelphia PA
The price is NZ$277 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
NZ$277
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
The Windsor Suites
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia

Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia

4 out of 5
1628 Chestnut St Philadelphia PA
The price is NZ$368 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
NZ$368
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

3.5 out of 5
31 S 19th St Philadelphia PA
The price is NZ$207 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
NZ$207
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square

Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square

4.5 out of 5
120 S 17th St Philadelphia PA
The price is NZ$336 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
NZ$336
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square
Element by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown

Element by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown

4 out of 5
1441 CHESTNUT STREET Philadelphia PA
The price is NZ$349 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
NZ$349
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
Element by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown
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Our guide on where to stay in Frankford

Find the best Frankford areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Frankford
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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 Reading Terminal Market, and jump on the metro at 11th St Station or 8th St Station to see more of the city.

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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.

A downtown area with modern buildings, a plaza with outdoor seating, and pedestrians.

Rittenhouse Square

While you're in Rittenhouse Square, take in top sights like Walnut Street or Liberty Place, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 15th-16th & Locust Station or 19th St Station.

A courtyard with a fountain, a bench, and a building with a Penn logo.

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.

A baseball stadium with a large sign reading "Citizens Bank Park".
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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 Xfinity Mobile Arena.

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