Kensington
Philadelphia
Popular places to visit
Lincoln Financial Field
Catch an event at Lincoln Financial Field during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed art scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Xfinity Mobile Arena
Catch an event at Xfinity Mobile Arena during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the fascinating museums and great live music in this vibrant area.
Sesame Place
Enjoy the rides and games at Sesame Place and find out why this is a popular theme park in Oxford Valley. Attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Pennsylvania Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening at Pennsylvania Convention Center, a top convention center 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 art scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
University of Pennsylvania
Walk around the campus of University of Pennsylvania, a top college in Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed art scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Things to do
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market
Philadelphia 2 Hour Electric Cart Tour
Polaris Slingshot Rental-Philadelphia, PA
Top hotels in Kensington
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
"Room was filthy. Had to track down staff to clean up an unknown red substance on the floor beside the bed. Floor had various bits of garbage like packaging, dental floss etc.. Surfaces were dusty. TV remote had visible crusty dirt. So gross! Sent a message upon check in but never heard from them. ..."
Reviewed on May 22, 2026
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
"Our room was not ready at check-in time. We were told that they were finishing up, and it would be 10-15 minutes. After a half-hour, I went back to the front desk. Our room was still not ready, but they found us another room. Unfortunately, it was never updated in their system. The next morning, ..."
Reviewed on May 23, 2026
The Windsor Suites
"Perfect"
Reviewed on May 22, 2026
Sonesta Select Philadelphia Airport
"Very clean, comfortable hotel with one-bedroom suites. Pretty and well maintained. It offers limited bar food but, surprisingly, no bar (no liquor license). We went to Ruby Tuesday’s next door for dinner - very meh. Anyway, hotel and staff are great but find dinner elsewhere. Also quite easy access ..."
Reviewed on May 22, 2026
Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
"Clean stay ,location was ok but customer service wasnt helpful/rude , and parking, wifi and breakfast you have to pay for"
Reviewed on May 22, 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Philadelphia Center City
"This hotel was incredibly rude and unhelpful. I booked a room online, and when i called to confirm over the phone they said the booking was unsuccessful and i do not have a reservation. they are still charging me the full amount saying i chose not to show up for my reservation. Upon speaking to managers, ..."
Reviewed on May 22, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kensington
Fishtown
While you're in Fishtown, take in top sights like The Fillmore Philedelphia or Rivers Casino, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Palmer St & Girard Ave Stop or Girard Ave & Columbia Ave Tram Stop.
North Philadelphia
North Philadelphia is a destination travelers like for its historic sites, and you might hop aboard the metro at North Philadelphia BSL Station or Allegheny Station to explore sights like The Liacouras Center.
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.
Old City
Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Old City. Top attractions like Betsy Ross House and Historic Arch Street Meeting House are major draws, and you can catch the metro at 2nd St. Station or 5th St. Station to see more of the city.
Center City East
If you're spending time in Center City East, check out sights like Pennsylvania Convention Center or Liberty Bell Center and hop on the metro to see more the city at 5th St. Station or 8th St Station.
Market East
Enjoy the popular shops in Market East. Reading Terminal Market is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at 11th St Station or 8th St Station to see more of Philadelphia.
