Old City Travel Guide

Philadelphia
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Photo provided by National Parks Service
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Popular places to visit

Betsy Ross House

Betsy Ross House

You can find out about the history of Philadelphia when you stop by Betsy Ross House. Experience the great live music and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.

Betsy Ross House
Blue Cross RiverRink

Blue Cross RiverRink

You can take time to visit Blue Cross RiverRink during your travels to Philadelphia. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

Blue Cross RiverRink
Benjamin Franklin Bridge

Benjamin Franklin Bridge

Learn about the local history of Philadelphia when you take a trip to Benjamin Franklin Bridge. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

Benjamin Franklin Bridge
Elfreth's Alley

Elfreth's Alley

Find out about the history of Philadelphia when you spend time at Elfreth's Alley. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.

Elfreth's Alley
National Museum of American Jewish History

National Museum of American Jewish History

You can study the exhibits at National Museum of American Jewish History, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

National Museum of American Jewish History
Second Bank of the United States

Second Bank of the United States

You can study the exhibits at Second Bank of the United States, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Philadelphia. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

Second Bank of the United States

Things to do

Philadelphia: Museum of Illusions Timed Entrance Ticket

Philadelphia: Museum of Illusions Timed Entrance Ticket

Rp417.054
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Philadelphia: Museum of Illusions Timed Entrance Ticket
Clues and Booze Mystery Bar Activity in Old City

Clues and Booze Mystery Bar Activity

Rp323.800
per adult
Clues and Booze Mystery Bar Activity
Grim Philly's Serial Killers

True Crime Philadelphia and History Tour

Rp712.360
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
True Crime Philadelphia and History Tour
Philadelphia: Museum of the American Revolution Entry

Philadelphia: Museum of the American Revolution Entry

Rp404.750
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Philadelphia: Museum of the American Revolution Entry
Philadelphia: National Liberty Museum Entrance Ticket

Philadelphia: National Liberty Museum Entrance Ticket

Rp194.280
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Philadelphia: National Liberty Museum Entrance Ticket
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia

BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia

Rp785.215
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
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Top hotels in Old City

Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District
Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District
3.5 out of 5
400 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA
The price is Rp2.053.123 per night from 20 Jan to 21 Jan
Rp2.053.123
Rp2.389.219 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan
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 convenient ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,692 reviews)
"I like it there due to convenience! Most place that I would like to see was just walkable and the parking is easy but expensive"

Reviewed on 7 Jan 2025

Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District
Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia, an IHG Hotel
Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia, an IHG Hotel
4.5 out of 5
433 Chestnut St., Philadelphia, PA
The price is Rp2.577.549 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
Rp2.577.549
Rp2.999.521 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (990 reviews)
"We had to request new sheets since the ones we had had a musty smell. Once that request was accommodated, everything else was great."

Reviewed on 8 Jan 2025

Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia - Penns Landing, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia - Penns Landing, an IHG Hotel
2.5 out of 5
100 N Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA
Fully refundable
The price is Rp1.929.109 per night from 15 Jan to 16 Jan
Rp1.929.109
Rp2.244.904 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (972 reviews)
"All the staff were so friendly and nice. The front desk were quick to deal with inconsiderate guests and had security go to their room and called them etc. The buffet was very nice and tasted good. I like there’s security swipe in with key card on the front door and elevator so no one can come into ..."

Reviewed on 1 Jan 2025

Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia - Penns Landing, an IHG Hotel
Penn's View Hotel
Penn's View Hotel
3 out of 5
14 N Front St, Philadelphia, PA
The price is Rp2.493.090 per night from 20 Jan to 21 Jan
Rp2.493.090
Rp2.901.209 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 14 hot tubs and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (978 reviews)
"The people who manage the property are very friendly and kind, and you can tell they want you to have a pleasant stay."

Reviewed on 4 Jan 2025

Penn's View Hotel
Renaissance Philadelphia Downtown Hotel
Renaissance Philadelphia Downtown Hotel
4 out of 5
401 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA
The price is Rp2.756.681 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
Rp2.756.681
Rp3.207.951 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Great location"

Reviewed on 3 Dec 2024

Renaissance Philadelphia Downtown Hotel
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
4 out of 5
1628 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA
The price is Rp1.907.295 per night from 16 Jan to 17 Jan
Rp1.907.295
Rp2.219.519 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jan - 17 Jan
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,762 reviews)
"Great stay! No complaints at all"

Reviewed on 9 Jan 2025

Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
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Other neighbourhoods around Old City

African American Museum featuring signage and a city

Center City East

If you're spending time in Center City East, check out sights like Liberty Bell Center or Liberty Bell and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 5th St. Station or 8th St Station.

Center City East
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Northern Liberties

While you're in Northern Liberties, take in top sights like National Shrine of St. John Neumann and jump on the metro at 5th & Girard Ave Stop to see more of the city.

Northern Liberties
Liberty Bell Center which includes a city, a monument and heritage architecture

Center City

4.5/5(137 area reviews)

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

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Penn's Landing

Are you interested in fascinating museums, great live music and acclaimed art galleries? A visit to Penn's Landing might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like Independence Seaport Museum and Blue Cross RiverRink.

Penn's Landing
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Washington Square West

While you're in Washington Square West, take in top sights like Walnut Street Theatre or Washington Square Park, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 9th-10th & Locust St Station or 12th-13th & Locust Station.

Washington Square West
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Fishtown

While you're in Fishtown, take in top sights like Rivers Casino or Go Vertical, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Palmer St & Girard Ave Stop or Girard Ave & Columbia Ave Tram Stop.

Fishtown

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