Center City Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
Rittenhouse Square
Explore the great outdoors with a trip to Rittenhouse Square, a popular green space in Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Liberty Bell Center
Displayed right in the heart of the city, this bell is one of Philadelphia’s most prized possessions.
Reading Terminal Market
When peckish in Philadelphia, this is the definitive place to stop by. Gorge on local produce like Philly cheese-steaks, Amish-style doughnuts and shoofly pie.
Independence Hall
Find out about the history of Philadelphia when you take a trip to Independence Hall. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
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.
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Other neighbourhoods around Center City
Washington Square West
While you're in Washington Square West, take in top sights like Walnut Street Theatre or Washington Square Park, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 9th-10th & Locust St Station or 12th-13th & Locust Station.
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 of the city at 5th St. Station or 8th St Station.
Rittenhouse Square
While you're in Rittenhouse Square, take in top sights like Rittenhouse Square or Walnut Street, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 15th-16th & Locust Station or 19th St Station.
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 Benjamin Franklin Bridge are major draws, and you can catch the metro at 2nd St. Station or 5th St. Station to see more of the city.
Parkway Museum District
The Franklin Institute and Franklin Institute Science Museum are top sights in Parkway Museum District, and you should be sure to explore the fascinating museums. Hop aboard the metro at 19th St Station or Suburban Station to see more sights in the area.
Penn's Landing
Are you interested in fascinating museums, great live music and acclaimed art galleries? A visit to Penn's Landing might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like Penn's Landing and Independence Seaport Museum.
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