Center City West Travel Guide
Philadelphia





Visit Center City West
Popular places to visit

City Hall
Find out about the history of Philadelphia when you spend time at City Hall. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

The Mütter Museum
You can study the exhibits at The Mütter Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

Philadelphia Museum of Art
This sweeping museum is home to over 227,000 objects and hosts around 25 special exhibitions per year.

Pennsylvania Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Pennsylvania Convention Center, a top convention centre in Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

Xfinity Mobile Arena
Catch an event at Xfinity Mobile Arena during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

Sesame Place
Bring the children to Sesame Place and enjoy the excitement of this theme park in Oxford Valley. Attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Top hotels in Center City West

Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
Fun hotel, good location, easy to check in and out.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

Kimpton Hotel Palomar Philadelphia by IHG
Very clean and modern room and hotel. Bar and Restaurant were amazing. Front desk staff 5 stars.
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square
Best in the city Amazing
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
Very convenient and I had not issues.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
I had a wonderful stay at the Motto Hotel, staff was great and excellent amenities
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

W Philadelphia
The staff and room were exquisite!
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Center City West

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 of the city at 15th-16th & Locust Station or 19th St Station.

Logan Square
Logan Square is highly notable for its fascinating museums, and you might want to visit top sights like The Franklin Institute and Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul. See more of Philadelphia by jumping on the metro at Suburban Station or 15th St. Tram Stop.

Midtown Village
While you're in Midtown Village, take in top sights like Walnut Street or Historical Society of Pennsylvania, and hop on the metro to see more of 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.

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 of the city at 9th-10th & Locust St Station or 12th-13th & Locust Station.

Market East
Reading Terminal Market and Walnut Street Theatre are top sights in Market East, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at 11th St Station or 8th St Station to see more sights in the area.
