Fairmount Travel Guide
Philadelphia
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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.
The Met Philadelphia
You can enjoy a show at The Met Philadelphia on your trip to Philadelphia. While you're in the area, find time to visit its temples.
Rocky Statue
Find out about the history of Philadelphia when you take a trip to Rocky Statue. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Rocky Steps
You can find out about the history of Philadelphia with a stop at Rocky Steps. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Eastern State Penitentiary
Infamous gangsters once paced the corridors of this old jail; now day-tripping visitors can do the same.
Mural Arts Philadelphia
Enjoy a stop at Mural Arts Philadelphia, an entertaining place to visit in Philadelphia. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in Fairmount
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
"Great hotel in great location. Very grand with a lot to do within hotel. Very clean!"
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square
"The hotel is within walking distance of really good restaurants and the historic district. We had a one bedroom suite so the room was spacious and well appointed. Everything was clean and in good repair. The lobby bar is really nice, a great place to grab drinks and snacks. The breakfast buffet in ..."
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
"Nice staff!"
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
"Great location and friendly staff. Very clean!"
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Hampton Inn Philadelphia Center City-Convention Center
"Never cleaned the room. 4 day stay."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Loews Philadelphia Hotel
"Great place to stay during the World Cup"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Fairmount
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.
Old City
Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Old City. Top attractions like Cherry Street Pier and Betsy Ross House are major draws, and you can catch the metro at 2nd St. Station or 5th St. Station to see more of the city.
South Philadelphia
Travellers choose South Philadelphia for its great live music. Hop aboard the metro at Snyder Station or Tasker Morris Station and check out top sights like Lincoln Financial Field.
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.
West Philadelphia
Noted for its art galleries and museums, there's plenty to explore in West Philadelphia. Top attractions like Philadelphia Museum of Art and Mann Center for the Performing Arts are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Lancaster Ave & 49th St Tram Stop or 49th & Girard Ave Stop to see more of the city.
