Old City
Philadelphia
Popular places to visit
Betsy Ross House
You can find out about the history of Philadelphia with a trip to Betsy Ross House. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art scene in this vibrant area.
Blue Cross RiverRink
You can take time to visit Blue Cross RiverRink during your travels to Philadelphia. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art scene in this vibrant area.
Elfreth's Alley
Find out about the history of Philadelphia when you take a trip to Elfreth's Alley. Experience the acclaimed art scene and great live music in this vibrant area.
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 trip to Philadelphia. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
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 acclaimed art scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Carpenters' Hall
Find out about the history of Philadelphia with a stop at Carpenters' Hall. Experience the acclaimed theater scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Things to do
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Philadelphia: Luggage Storage in Old City
Philadelphia: Revolutionary Walk Through Historic Old City
Independence Seaport Museum Admission
Go City: Philadelphia Explorer Pass - Choose 3 to 7 Attractions
Top hotels in Old City
Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District
Excellent, helpful knowledgable staff. Will stay again
Reviewed on Dec 23, 2025
Penn's View Hotel
Nice walking distance from bars and dining
Reviewed on Dec 18, 2025
Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia by IHG
Excellent hotel and accommodations
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025
Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia - Penns Landing by IHG
Water takes forever to get hot, but room was nice and. Real fast was decent, not great.
Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025
Independence Park Hotel, BW Premier Collection
Welcoming, polite staff, spotlessly clean rooms, great breakfast for US standards, perfect bed!
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
Super easy check in
Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Old 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 the city at 5th St. Station or 8th St Station.
Society Hill
Known for its abundant dining options and stunning river views, there's plenty to explore in Society Hill. Top attractions like Theater of Living Arts and Museum of the American Revolution are major draws, and you can catch the metro at 5th St. Station or 2nd St. Station to see more of the city.
Northern Liberties
While you're in Northern Liberties, take in top sights like North Bowl and jump on the metro at 5th & Girard Ave Stop to see more of the city.
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.
Center City
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.
Washington Square West
While you're in Washington Square West, take in top sights like Walnut Street Theatre or Walnut Street, and hop on the metro to see more the city at 9th-10th & Locust St Station or 12th-13th & Locust Station.
