University City Travel Guide

Philadelphia

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University of Pennsylvania

8.6/10 (3,575 reviews)
Explore the campus of University of Pennsylvania, a top university in Philadelphia. Experience the great live music and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
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Top hotels in University City

The Study at University City

The Study at University City

4 out of 5
20 S 33rd Street Philadelphia PA
The price is ₹20,323 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
₹20,323
₹23,650 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
"Room was clean great location"

Reviewed on 3 Sept 2026

The Study at University City
4211 Suites

4211 Suites

4.5 out of 5
4211 Chestnut St Philadelphia PA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹8,592 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
₹8,592
₹9,998 total
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Rittenhouse Square and Pennsylvania ...
9/10 Wonderful! (893 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on 2 Sept 2026

4211 Suites
Homewood Suites by Hilton University City

Homewood Suites by Hilton University City

3 out of 5
4109 Walnut St Philadelphia PA
The price is ₹14,644 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
₹14,644
₹17,042 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,011 reviews)
"Great location. Very clean."

Reviewed on 31 Aug 2026

Homewood Suites by Hilton University City
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia

Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia

4 out of 5
1628 Chestnut St Philadelphia PA
The price is ₹13,202 per night from 10 Sept to 11 Sept
₹13,202
₹15,363 total
10 Sept - 11 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,822 reviews)
"Excellent location. Very clean and maintained. Staff is very helpful"

Reviewed on 3 Sept 2026

Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
The Windsor Suites

The Windsor Suites

4 out of 5
1700 Ben Franklin Pkwy Philadelphia PA
The price is ₹9,189 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
₹9,189
₹10,693 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,199 reviews)
"Great view from the 24th floor. Just don’t get a room next to the club room. Slamming doors kept us up all night. The rooms could use a deep cleaning and updating."

Reviewed on 3 Sept 2026

The Windsor Suites
Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square

Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square

4.5 out of 5
120 S 17th St Philadelphia PA
The price is ₹16,621 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
₹16,621
₹22,436 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,704 reviews)
"Booked the superior room, amenities were great!"

Reviewed on 3 Sept 2026

Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square
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Where to stay in University City

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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.

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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 Historic Arch Street Meeting House are major draws, and you can catch the metro at 2nd St. Station or 5th St. Station to see more of the city.

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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.

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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 Citizens Bank Park.

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Market East

Reading Terminal Market and City Hall are top sights in Market East, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at 11th St Station or 8th St Station to see more sights in the area.

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