Southwest Philadelphia Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Southwest Philadelphia
Popular places to visit
Pennsylvania Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Pennsylvania Convention Center, a top convention centre in Philadelphia. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Rittenhouse Square
Rittenhouse Square is just one of the places to see in Philadelphia, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and great live music in this vibrant area.
Lincoln Financial Field
Catch an event at Lincoln Financial Field during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the great live music and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Xfinity Mobile Arena
Catch an event at Xfinity Mobile Arena during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
University of Pennsylvania
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Pennsylvania during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Sesame Place
Bring the children to Sesame Place and enjoy the excitement of this theme park in Oxford Valley. Attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
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Sonesta Select Philadelphia Airport
It was clean and the airport shuttle driver was so friendly and very hepful.
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
Fresh food, grear cappuccinos at the bar
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Philadelphia Suites-Extended Stay
terrible and dirty
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
All great!
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Four Points By Sheraton Philadelphia Airport
Room and staff were good, but property needs upgrading.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Sheraton Suites Philadelphia Airport
Very disappointed with this hotel and would never recommend it…hotel room very tired, dated, most uncomfortable beds I’ve ever sleeped on. Room needs a total remodel
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Southwest Philadelphia
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 Lincoln Financial Field.
South Philadelphia East
If you're spending time in South Philadelphia East, check out sights like Lincoln Financial Field or Citizens Bank Park and hop on the metro to see more of the city at NRG Station or Oregon Station.
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.
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.
Center City West
If you're spending time in Center City West, check out sights like Walnut Street or Liberty Place and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 19th St Station or 15th St. Tram Stop.
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.
