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.
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 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.
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.
Mural Arts Philadelphia
Enjoy a stop at Mural Arts Philadelphia, an entertaining place to visit in Philadelphia. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in Fairmount
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
Awesome room that was extremely clean. Staff was attentive and courteous. Highly recommend!
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
The Windsor Suites
Clean Room, Staff was great
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
Stayed here for a conference. Staff not clear in their communications or helpful in general. Tried to charge me for early check in when I had paid for the night begore so that I could check in. Room was cold.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Philadelphia Center City
Rooms need some updating
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District
Surprised the hotel doesn't have free coffee 24/7 in lobby. Rooms were ok but missing suitcase stand. Room telephones were unusable due to static while trying to talk to main desk. All minor expectations / problem. Staff was very courteous and professional.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
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 Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul. 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 Liberty Place 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 Liberty Place, 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 Pennsylvania Convention Center and Reading Terminal Market, and jump on the metro at 11th St Station or 8th St Station to see more of the city.
