Visit University City
Popular places to visit
University of Pennsylvania
Explore the campus of University of Pennsylvania, during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed art scene and great live music in this vibrant area.
Schuylkill River Trail
You can take time to visit Schuylkill River Trail during your travels to Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed theater scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
Though Children's Hospital of Philadelphia might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Philadelphia while you are here.
Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
Though Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Philadelphia while you are here.
Franklin Field
Catch an event at Franklin Field during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art scene in this vibrant area.
Penn Presbyterian Medical Center
Though Penn Presbyterian Medical Center might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Philadelphia while you are here.
Things to do
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Top hotels in University City
The Inn at Penn, A Hilton Hotel
Accommodations excellent. Despite renovations everything was great. Staff is excellent. Despite renovations, everything was great. Staff is e
Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026
4211 Suites
Very friendly front desk staff with easy check-in. Bedroom and large living room space with a full size fridge. Very clean.
Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
Clean rooms and nice staff
Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026
Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
Great Christmas. Beautiful hotel, location over the Mississippi and park, fabulous staff and restaurant. Who wouldn’t love staying there. Friendly city, BTW.
Reviewed on Jan 8, 2026
The Windsor Suites
This place was a great place to stay! Great location, and very accommodating. Delphine in housekeeping was fabulose. She made
Reviewed on Jan 8, 2026
Delta Hotel Philadelphia Airport
Beautiful hotel
Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around University 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 the city at 15th-16th & Locust Station or 19th St Station.
Center City West
If you're spending time in Center City West, check out sights like Walnut Street or Liberty Place and hop on the metro to see more the city at 19th St Station or 15th St. Tram Stop.
Logan Square
The Franklin Institute and Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul are top sights in Logan Square, and you should be sure to explore the fascinating museums. Hop aboard the metro at Suburban Station or 15th St. Tram Stop to see more sights in the area.
Midtown Village
If you're spending time in Midtown Village, check out sights like Walnut Street or Historical Society of Pennsylvania and hop on the metro to see more the city at 12th-13th & Locust Station or Walnut Locust Station.
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.
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.
