Parkway Museum District Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Parkway Museum District
Philadelphia Museum of Art showing heritage elements, a sunset and a statue or sculpture
Parkway Museum District
Philadelphia Museum of Art featuring night scenes, a skyscraper and a city
Philadelphia which includes heritage elements, a skyscraper and a city

Popular places to visit

Philadelphia Museum of Art showing art

Philadelphia Museum of Art

From Rodin and Rubens to Rocky Balboa, this museum covers all the cultural bases.

Philadelphia Museum of Art
Benjamin Franklin Parkway

Benjamin Franklin Parkway

The inspiring steps from the Rocky movie and a stunning fountain decorate the ends of the Champs Elysées of Pennsylvania, near the city’s top museums.

Benjamin Franklin Parkway
City Hall

City Hall

Find out about the history of Philadelphia when you spend time at City Hall. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

City Hall
The Franklin Institute

The Franklin Institute

You can study the exhibits at The Franklin Institute, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Philadelphia. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

The Franklin Institute
Rocky Statue

Rocky Statue

Find out about the history of Philadelphia when you take a trip to Rocky Statue. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

Rocky Statue
Barnes Foundation

Barnes Foundation

You can browse the exhibits at Barnes Foundation, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

Barnes Foundation

Activities

Philadelphia: Museum of Illusions Timed Entrance Ticket

Philadelphia: Museum of Illusions Timed Entrance Ticket

NZ$44
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Philadelphia: Museum of Illusions Timed Entrance Ticket
Immersive American Revolution Self-Guided Walking & Driving Tours

Liberty, Freedom, and Revolution: American History Tours Bundle

NZ$51
per traveller
Liberty, Freedom, and Revolution: American History Tours Bundle
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions

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

NZ$100
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Polaris Slingshot Rental-Philadelphia, PA

Polaris Slingshot Rental-Philadelphia, PA

NZ$424
per traveller
Polaris Slingshot Rental-Philadelphia, PA
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market

Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market

NZ$100
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market
Philadelphia: The Franklin Institute Entry Ticket

Philadelphia: The Franklin Institute Entry Ticket

NZ$49
per adult
Philadelphia: The Franklin Institute Entry Ticket
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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$254 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
NZ$254
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,070 reviews)
"N/a"

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2025

The Windsor Suites
Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

4 out of 5
1800 Market St, Philadelphia, PA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$318 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
NZ$318
29 Sept - 30 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy an outdoor pool, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,012 reviews)
"Rooms were outdated and the aircon vent system was really loud. Rooms were small bed was clean and they did charge 75 for having the 3 small dogs even though they are trained and did no mess in the rooms we were only there one night so it wasn’t a big deal . Apparently the MLB stay there ."

Reviewed on 8 Sept 2025

Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
Aloft Philadelphia Downtown

Aloft Philadelphia Downtown

3 out of 5
101 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA
The price is NZ$232 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
NZ$232
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"This property is located in walking distance of most major historic sites and buildings. Loved the location and the ease to get around the city."

Reviewed on 7 Sept 2025

Aloft Philadelphia Downtown
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$342 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
NZ$342
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,271 reviews)
"Great stay! My new go to."

Reviewed on 8 Sept 2025

The Logan Philadelphia, Curio Collection by Hilton
Sheraton Philadelphia Downtown

Sheraton Philadelphia Downtown

4 out of 5
201 North 17th Street, Philadelphia, PA
The price is NZ$296 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
NZ$296
2 Oct - 3 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,012 reviews)
"Staff are the best."

Reviewed on 8 Sept 2025

Sheraton Philadelphia Downtown
Residence Inn Philadelphia Center City

Residence Inn Philadelphia Center City

3 out of 5
1 E Penn Sq, Philadelphia, PA
The price is NZ$295 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
NZ$295
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,009 reviews)
"Staff friendly and helpful. Room was clean"

Reviewed on 8 Sept 2025

Residence Inn Philadelphia Center City
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Other neighbourhoods around Parkway Museum District

Academy of Natural Sciences showing cuddly or friendly animals, animals and zoo animals

Logan Square

Logan Square is highly notable for its fascinating museums, and you might want to visit top sights like The Franklin Institute and Franklin Institute Science Museum. See more of Philadelphia by jumping on the metro at Suburban Station or 15th St. Tram Stop.

Logan Square
Philadelphia featuring a monument, a statue or sculpture and heritage architecture

Center City West

If you're spending time in Center City West, check out sights like Walnut Street or Rittenhouse Row and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 19th St Station or 15th St. Tram Stop.

Center City West
Philadelphia featuring a monument, a statue or sculpture and heritage architecture

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.

Rittenhouse Square
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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.

Midtown Village
Liberty Bell Center featuring a monument, heritage architecture and a city

Center City

4.5/5(37 area reviews)

Known for its fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Center City. Check out top attractions like Philadelphia Museum of Art and Reading Terminal Market, and jump on the metro at 11th St Station or 8th St Station to see more of the city.

Center City
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Market East

Reading Terminal Market and Walnut Street Theatre are top sights in Market East, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at 11th St Station or 8th St Station to see more sights in the area.

Market East

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