University City Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit University City
Stay near popular University City attractions
Activities
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
Museum of Illusions Philadelphia Admission Ticket
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market
Philadelphia: Museum of the American Revolution Entry
Our pick of the best University City Hotel Deals
The Study at University City
4211 Suites
"The bed was comfortable. Everything was clean and more amenities than I expected. Great value. The parking was expensive ($40) but convenient. The staff was very friendly and helpful."
Reviewed on 3 Oct 2026
Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel
"Staff was nice. Everything else was…Just ok"
Reviewed on 2 Oct 2026
Homewood Suites by Hilton University City
"Average hotel, not anything worth having about."
Reviewed on 3 Oct 2026
The Windsor Suites
"Location was perfect for our last minute plans to visit the city, Obviously anywhere in tPhiladelphia is going to be expensive but we felt this hotel was a good value. Centrally located near Love Park we could walk to Independence Hall, City Hall, Reading Market as well as many locations on the Benjamin ..."
Reviewed on 3 Oct 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
"Room was to small"
Reviewed on 3 Oct 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 Reading Terminal Market, and jump on the metro at 11th St Station or 8th St Station to see more of the city.
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.
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.
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 Xfinity Mobile Arena.
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.
