Northwest Philadelphia Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Morris Arboretum
Wander amid plant species from around the world, take in a sculpture tour or flit between the trees in this cultivated setting just outside the city centre.
Awbury Arboretum
Enjoy an outing to Awbury Arboretum during your stay in Philadelphia. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Woodmere Art Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Woodmere Art Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Philadelphia. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Wissahickon Valley Park Trail Trailhead
You can take time to visit Wissahickon Valley Park Trail Trailhead during your travels to Philadelphia.
Cliveden
Find out about the history of Philadelphia when you spend time at Cliveden. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Hipster Home
Enjoy an outing to Hipster Home during your stay in Philadelphia. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this vibrant area.
Activities
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market
LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Philadelphia
Our pick of the best Northwest Philadelphia Hotel Deals
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
"Good bed to sleep in for an affordable price. Nothing fancy about this place otherwise that location was great and staff were polite."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
"Great hotel for conferences at the convention center."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
The Windsor Suites
"Room is spacious and clean. Good stay."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Sonesta Select Philadelphia Airport
"Loud music in lobby"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
"No microwave. Very poor."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
"Great stay!"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Northwest Philadelphia
North Philadelphia
You might enjoy the historical sites while in North Philadelphia. The Liacouras Center is a notable sight, and you can get around town at North Philadelphia BSL Station or Allegheny Station to see more of the city.
West Philadelphia
Noted for its art galleries and museums, there's plenty to explore in West Philadelphia. Top attractions like Mann Center for the Performing Arts and Please Touch Museum 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.
Logan Square
Logan Square is highly notable for its fascinating museums, and you might want to visit top sights like The Franklin Institute and Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul. See more of Philadelphia by jumping on the metro at Suburban Station or 15th St. Tram Stop.
Fishtown
While you're in Fishtown, take in top sights like The Fillmore Philedelphia or Rivers Casino, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Palmer St & Girard Ave Stop or Girard Ave & Columbia Ave Tram Stop.
Northern Liberties
While you're in Northern Liberties, take in top sights like National Shrine of St. John Neumann and jump on the metro at 5th & Girard Ave Stop 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 Liberty Place and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 19th St Station or 15th St. Tram Stop.
