Parkway Museum District Travel Guide

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Philadelphia Museum of Art

9.0/10 (6,105 reviews)
From Rodin and Rubens to Rocky Balboa, this museum covers all the cultural bases.
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Activities

BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia

BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia

NZ$85
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions

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

NZ$104
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
Polaris Slingshot Rental-Philadelphia, PA

Polaris Slingshot Rental-Philadelphia, PA

NZ$440
per traveller
Polaris Slingshot Rental-Philadelphia, PA
Philadelphia: Luggage Storage

Philadelphia: Luggage Storage

NZ$17
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Philadelphia: Luggage Storage
Philadelphia Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour

Philadelphia Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour

NZ$6
per adult
Philadelphia Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour
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Our pick of the best Parkway Museum District Hotel Deals

The Windsor Suites

The Windsor Suites

4 out of 5
1700 Ben Franklin Pkwy Philadelphia PA
The price is NZ$301 per night from 30 Nov to 1 Dec
NZ$301
30 Nov - 1 Dec
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,442 reviews)
"Great location,"

Reviewed on 15 Nov 2026

The Windsor Suites
Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

4 out of 5
1800 Market St Philadelphia PA
The price is NZ$310 per night from 26 Nov to 27 Nov
NZ$310
26 Nov - 27 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 ...
8.4/10 Very good! (2,542 reviews)
"This staff put the CUSTOMER in CUSTOMER SERVICE 🥹🥹 My bestie and I had to an emergency circumstance and they were excellent in handling whatever we needed🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾 WHEN I return to PHL, I WILL be staying at Sonesta Rittenhouse District-Center City😘😘😘"

Reviewed on 15 Nov 2026

Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
Sheraton Philadelphia Downtown

Sheraton Philadelphia Downtown

4 out of 5
201 North 17th Street Philadelphia PA
The price is NZ$260 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
NZ$260
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,040 reviews)
"The staff was friendly and helpful at the front desk. The room was clean and spacious."

Reviewed on 15 Nov 2026

Sheraton Philadelphia Downtown
The Logan Philadelphia, Curio Collection by Hilton

The Logan Philadelphia, Curio Collection by Hilton

4.5 out of 5
One Logan Square Philadelphia PA
The price is NZ$355 per night from 14 Dec to 15 Dec
NZ$355
14 Dec - 15 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
The Logan Philadelphia, Curio Collection by Hilton
Aloft by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown

Aloft by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown

3 out of 5
101 North Broad Street Philadelphia PA
The price is NZ$243 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
NZ$243
29 Nov - 30 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,210 reviews)
"My room didn’t have hand soap or tissues, those sort of things but everything else was great! I love how they have a microwave and fully stocked mini store, self-checkout, in case you need something in the middle of the night or get hungry. Staff was very friendly, left you alone and was there when ..."

Reviewed on 15 Nov 2026

Aloft by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown
Courtyard by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown

4 out of 5
1421 Arch St Philadelphia PA
The price is NZ$268 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
NZ$268
23 Nov - 24 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise ...
Courtyard by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown
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Our guide on where to stay in Parkway Museum District

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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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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.

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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.

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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.

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West Philadelphia

Noted for its art galleries and museums, there's plenty to explore in West Philadelphia. Top attractions like Highmark 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.

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