Old City Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Betsy Ross House
You can find out about the history of Philadelphia when you stop by Betsy Ross House. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Blue Cross RiverRink
You can take time to visit Blue Cross RiverRink during your travels to Philadelphia. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Second Bank of the United States
You can study the exhibits at Second Bank of the United States, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Elfreth's Alley
Find out about the history of Philadelphia when you spend time at Elfreth's Alley. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and great live music in this vibrant area.
National Museum of American Jewish History
You can study the exhibits at National Museum of American Jewish History, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Philadelphia. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Carpenters' Hall
Find out about the history of Philadelphia with a stop at Carpenters' Hall. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
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Our pick of the best Old City Hotel Deals
Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District
Great location, clean, helpful staff
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia by IHG
Beautiful hotel
Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025
Penn's View Hotel
Beautiful fe
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia - Penns Landing by IHG
Great location, busy!! Parking was a bit confusing at first. Staff was not as friendly as they could have been. View of the bridge was beautiful. Room was clean and spacious.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Independence Park Hotel, BW Premier Collection
Staff is always welcoming and friendly! We stay here every time we come to Philly! Great place around major attractions and close to the Linc. Hotel is very clean and cozy. Go Birds!
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
Perfect stay!
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Old City
Center City East
If you're spending time in Center City East, check out sights like Liberty Bell Center or Liberty Bell and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 5th St. Station or 8th St Station.
Society Hill
Known for its ample dining options and beautiful river views, there's plenty to explore in Society Hill. You can visit top attractions like Theater of Living Arts and Museum of the American Revolution, and jump on the metro at 5th St. Station or 2nd St. Station to see more of the city.
Market East
Reading Terminal Market and Walnut Street Theatre are top sights in Market East, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at 11th St Station or 8th St Station to see more sights in the area.
Center City
Known for its fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Center City. Check out top attractions like Reading Terminal Market and Walnut Street Theatre, and jump on the metro at 11th St Station or 8th St Station to see more of the city.
Washington Square West
While you're in Washington Square West, take in top sights like Walnut Street Theatre or Walnut Street, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 9th-10th & Locust St Station or 12th-13th & Locust 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.
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- Independence Hall
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- Reading Terminal Market
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