Parkway Museum District Travel Guide

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Stay near popular Parkway Museum District attractions

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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$83
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market

Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market

NZ$100
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions

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

NZ$100
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Discover Philadelphia A Guided Tour

Discover Philadelphia: A Self-Guided Tour

NZ$14
per adult
Discover Philadelphia: A Self-Guided Tour
Dark Philly Adult Night Tour

Dark Philly Adult Night Tour

NZ$64
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Dark Philly Adult Night Tour
Sphinx Gallery

Penn Museum Admission Ticket

NZ$39
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Penn Museum Admission Ticket
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Our pick of the best Parkway Museum District Hotel Deals

Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

4 out of 5
1800 Market St Philadelphia PA
The price is NZ$335 per night from 6 July to 7 July
NZ$335
6 July - 7 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy an outdoor pool, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and ...
8.4/10 Very good! (2,333 reviews)
"Pretty decent stayed. Didn’t get to explore that much."

Reviewed on 2 July 2026

Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
The Windsor Suites

The Windsor Suites

4 out of 5
1700 Ben Franklin Pkwy Philadelphia PA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$344 per night from 26 July to 27 July
NZ$344
26 July - 27 July
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! (2,977 reviews)
"Excellent, walkable location on Ben Franklin Parkway. Aging rooms are being renovated which may result in some dust and debris on your trip from the lobby to your room and undesirable noise from 0800 to ~1700. I stayed in a "renovated" suite - some finishes are updated and some furnishings were replaced, ..."

Reviewed on 2 July 2026

The Windsor Suites
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$384 per night from 16 July to 17 July
NZ$384
16 July - 17 July
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,561 reviews)
"I stayed here for my birthday and honestly it was the best experience Ive had in a hotel so far, when I told the lady at the front desk it was my birthday she upgraded my room to a city view and also included a discount for my breakfast, I was delivered flowers at night as well literally 10/10 staff. ..."

Reviewed on 2 July 2026

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$296 per night from 5 July to 6 July
NZ$296
5 July - 6 July
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! (1,051 reviews)
"Great staff and comfortable clean rooms"

Reviewed on 30 June 2026

Aloft by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown
Sheraton Philadelphia Downtown

Sheraton Philadelphia Downtown

4 out of 5
201 North 17th Street Philadelphia PA
The price is NZ$304 per night from 16 July to 17 July
NZ$304
16 July - 17 July
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,014 reviews)
"Easy to check in. Everyone was very helpful. Room was wonderful and clean. Needed extra bedding for a fold out chair, was accommodated within minutes. Location was great all around. Wished it was more than a one night stay for the World Cup. Will absolutely return!"

Reviewed on 2 July 2026

Sheraton 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$398 per night from 7 July to 8 July
NZ$398
7 July - 8 July
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (337 reviews)
"The property was well clean, the $200 deposit was to steep and I shouldn't have had to ask for clean towels and wash clothes. On top of that $70 a day for parking outrages. I will not be returning to this hotel."

Reviewed on 2 July 2026

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 Philadelphia Museum of Art, and jump on the metro at 11th St Station or 8th St Station to see more of the city.

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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 Citizens Bank Park.

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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 Cherry Street Pier 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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Rittenhouse Square

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

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