Fairmount Travel Guide
Philadelphia
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.
Eastern State Penitentiary
Infamous gangsters once paced the corridors of this old jail; now day-tripping visitors can do the same.
Rocky Statue
Find out about the history of Philadelphia when you take a trip to Rocky Statue. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Fairmount Waterworks Drive
Explore the great outdoors at Fairmount Waterworks Drive, a lovely green space in Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Mural Arts Philadelphia
You can study the exhibits at Mural Arts Philadelphia, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Rittenhouse Square
Rittenhouse Square is just one of the places to see in Philadelphia, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the entertainment choices and great live music in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in Fairmount
The Maj Hotel
Super cute, super clean
Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
CQ is a super nice hotel! The staff are great! The hotel is super clean! Great location…
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
Charnell at the reception desk was extremely helpful. She was knowledgeable about the area, kind to my children, helpful with the accommodations like the pool and pleasant. She made our trip and enjoyable one with her wonderful demeanor and positive spirit.
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Sheraton Suites Philadelphia Airport
Everything was expected with reading past reviews.
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Hampton Inn Philadelphia Center City-Convention Center
Nice
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District
Bathroom wall socket not working. Asked two times to have it fixed and never was.
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Fairmount
Logan Square
Logan Square is highly notable for its fascinating museums, and you might want to visit top sights like The Franklin Institute and Franklin Institute Science Museum. See more of Philadelphia by jumping on the metro at Suburban Station or 15th St. Tram Stop.
Center City West
If you're spending time in Center City West, check out sights like Walnut Street or Rittenhouse Row and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 19th St Station or 15th St. Tram Stop.
University City
Travellers choose University City for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Penn Medicine Station or 33rd St Station and check out top sights like Penn Museum.
Rittenhouse Square
While you're in Rittenhouse Square, take in top sights like Walnut Street or Rittenhouse Row, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 15th-16th & Locust Station or 19th St Station.
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 Philadelphia Museum of Art and Reading Terminal Market, and jump on the metro at 11th St Station or 8th St Station to see more of the city.
Fairmount Travel Guide
- Philadelphia Museum of Art
- Fairmount Waterworks Drive
- Lincoln Financial Field
- Wells Fargo Center
- Citizens Bank Park
- Liberty Bell Center
- Reading Terminal Market
- Drexel University
- Coco Key Water Resort
- The Greater Philadelphia Expo Center at Oaks
- Philadelphia Zoo
- Adventure Aquarium
- Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
- Independence Hall
- Parx Casino and Racetrack
- Rowan University
