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Popular places to visit
Philadelphia Museum of Art
This sweeping museum is home to over 227,000 objects and hosts around 25 special exhibitions per year.
Drexel University
Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit Drexel University, during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theater scene in this vibrant area.
Philadelphia Zoo
America's first zoo continues to captivate with painstakingly built habitats, and regular daily animal shows.
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.
Mann Center for the Performing Arts
Enjoy a stop at Mann Center for the Performing Arts, an entertaining place to visit in Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Fairmount Park
Philadelphia's premier park is bustling with greenery, public art and first-class museums.
Things to do
Polaris Slingshot Rental-Philadelphia, PA
Philadelphia: Luggage Storage Near Independence Hall
Go City: Philadelphia Explorer Pass - Choose 3 to 7 Attractions
Independence Seaport Museum Admission
Philadelphia: Revolutionary Walk Through Historic Old City
The Franklin Institute Fast-Track Private Tour Philadelphia
Top hotels in West Philadelphia
4211 Suites
Courtyard by Marriott Philadelphia City Avenue
From ease of checkin to the assistance when I felt ill the staff showed they cared heavily for their positions in the company and service was their main concern. Thank You Staff!!!
Reviewed on Mar 6, 2026
Hilton Philadelphia City Avenue
Very clean. Friendly and helpful staff.
Reviewed on Mar 5, 2026
Homewood Suites by Hilton Philadelphia-City Avenue
Great staff, very clean and best room !
Reviewed on Mar 1, 2026
Homewood Suites by Hilton University City
Nice room and service breakfast not great
Reviewed on Mar 5, 2026
Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel
Everything looked very fancy and new, but it was a struggle to keep the room warm. I could change the setting to what I wanted, but then it didn't want to warm up anyway, and after I manually poked the buttons on the heating unit itself (since the wall control wasn't doing anything after a couple ...
Reviewed on Mar 4, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Philadelphia
University City
Spend some time visiting places like Penn Museum while getting to know University City, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Penn Medicine Station or 33rd St Station to see more of the area.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Center City
Known for its fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Center City. Check out top attractions like Pennsylvania Convention Center and Philadelphia Museum of Art, and jump on the metro at 11th St Station or 8th St Station to see more of the city.
