University City Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit University City
Stay near popular University City attractions
Activities
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Our pick of the best University City Hotel Deals
4211 Suites
"Clean & easy to check in/out"
Reviewed on 2 July 2026
The Study at University City
"Loved the location. Would have like a refrigerator in my room and access to ice."
Reviewed on 2 July 2026
The Inn at Penn, A Hilton Hotel
"First time in this hotel, we patronize Hiltons, close to UPenn why chose, minor inconveniences but can tolerate and hotel will compensate, nice restaurant in ground floor (Louie Louie), nice living room to burn time and have drinks, nice staff, breakfast buffet in university club very good for price, ..."
Reviewed on 1 July 2026
Homewood Suites by Hilton University City
"Room was clean, pool questionable, breakfast not very good. We had to have staff find us pots and pans, the first ones they found were dirty. Staff was very helpful when we needed missing items."
Reviewed on 29 June 2026
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
"The AC was off at time of checkin. Be sure to turn it on as soon as you check in, so it cools down by evening."
Reviewed on 3 July 2026
Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square
"The shower showed signs of wear. The coffee machine did not work. Parking is very expensive. Not worth the $400 it cost to spend one night with overnight parking."
Reviewed on 1 July 2026
Our guide on where to stay in University City
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
