Northwest Philadelphia Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Morris Arboretum
Rare and ancient plant species can be admired in their thousands at this spectacular outdoor attraction.
Morris Arboretum
Explore the great outdoors at Morris Arboretum, a lovely green space in Philadelphia.
Pennsylvania Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Pennsylvania Convention Center, a top convention centre in Philadelphia. Experience the great live music 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 fascinating museums and great live music in this vibrant area.
Lincoln Financial Field
Catch an event at Lincoln Financial Field during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries 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.
Top hotels in Northwest Philadelphia
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
Great experience, good value
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
Room was decent
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District
The room was clean and great for the price and the staff was great.
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
The Windsor Suites
everything
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
The Bellevue Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Only negative comment we had was the breakfast buffet and no options for 'a la carte' if you dont want to pay $%0 for breakfast
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Hyatt Centric Center City Philadelphia
It was over all a decent room nice view and nice staff. The pillows were very uncomfortable and wish there was a microwave. Overall nice place
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Northwest Philadelphia
North Philadelphia
You might enjoy the historical sites while in North Philadelphia. The Liacouras Center is a notable sight, and you can get around town at North Philadelphia BSL Station or Allegheny Station to see more of the city.
West Philadelphia
Noted for its art galleries and museums, there's plenty to explore in West Philadelphia. Top attractions like Mann Center for the Performing Arts and Please Touch Museum 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.
Kensington
When in Kensington and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like The Fillmore Philedelphia or The Liacouras Center and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Somerset Station or Berks St & Girard Ave Stop.
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.
Fishtown
While you're in Fishtown, take in top sights like The Fillmore Philedelphia or Rivers Casino, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Palmer St & Girard Ave Stop or Girard Ave & Columbia Ave Tram Stop.
Northern Liberties
While you're in Northern Liberties, take in top sights like National Shrine of St. John Neumann and jump on the metro at 5th & Girard Ave Stop to see more of the city.
