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$84
per adult
100% 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$102
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market

Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market

NZ$102
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market
Philadelphia Eagles Football Game at Lincoln Financial Field

Philadelphia Eagles Football Game at Lincoln Financial Field

NZ$6,062
per adult
Philadelphia Eagles Football Game at Lincoln Financial Field
Historic Philly for Kids Ages 5 to 12

Historic Philly for Kids Ages 5 to 12

NZ$35
per adult
Historic Philly for Kids Ages 5 to 12
Discover Philadelphia A Guided Tour

Discover Philadelphia: A Self-Guided Tour

NZ$2
per adult
Discover Philadelphia: A Self-Guided 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$204 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
NZ$204
1 Sept - 2 Sept
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! (3,141 reviews)
"THERE WAS A MOUSE IN MY ROOM! Thankfully the front desk accommodated with a full refund but just unfortunate this had to happen. Roof top was nice."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 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$259 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
NZ$259
7 Sept - 8 Sept
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! (2,392 reviews)
"It was an okay hotel. I wouldn’t return."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2026

Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
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$322 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
NZ$322
23 Aug - 24 Aug
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! (1,613 reviews)
"The hotel is in a perfect location for tourism. Very clean and staff was exceptional. Bedding was wonderful."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 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$266 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
NZ$266
6 Sept - 7 Sept
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! (1,070 reviews)
"Staff was detached, uncoordinated, and unapologetic. For the price I can’t believe how it feels like such a less quality stay compared to many others. I would easily pay half as much more for a better experience."

Reviewed on 16 Aug 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$228 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
NZ$228
7 Sept - 8 Sept
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! (1,013 reviews)
"My day overall was not the best. The room that I was put in had a defective door. I left me locked out at 2 AM. It was so bad that security had to help me with the door which can't be safe at all. I did let the front desk know as I was checking out again for the third time that the door is defective ..."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 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$317 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
NZ$317
30 Aug - 31 Aug
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 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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Photo by Ann Sair
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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 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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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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West Philadelphia

Noted for its art galleries and museums, there's plenty to explore in West Philadelphia. Top attractions like Philadelphia Museum of Art and Highmark Mann Center for the Performing Arts 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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