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 theatre scene 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 entertainment choices 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.
Elfreth's Alley
Find out about the history of Philadelphia when you spend time at Elfreth's Alley. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene 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 fascinating museums 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 art galleries and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Activities
Philadelphia: Museum of Illusions Timed Entrance Ticket
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Philadelphia Old City Historic Walking Tour with 10+ Top Sites
2-Day, 2-Tour Alcatraz & Golden Gate Bridge Bike Tour
Philadelphia: The Franklin Institute Entry Ticket
Our pick of the best Old City Hotel Deals
Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District
Very nice and helpful staff
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
Penn's View Hotel
Quaint and quiet location with friendly service and clean rooms. Would definitely stay again next time we’re in Philly
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia by IHG
Ice hotel. Great location. Great service
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Independence Park Hotel, BW Premier Collection
The hotel and room were clean
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
Located in the heart of center city, CQ is a 30-min walk from 30th St Station. One block away is Bruno Bros, a great food and wine emporium, The Parkway museums and institutes are. 20-30 min on foot. My room was fine, bathroom oddly designed/a tight fit. Lobby coffee is weak but more than the 2-oz ...
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
The staff was courteous
Reviewed on 14 Nov 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.
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.
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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