University City Travel Guide
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University of Pennsylvania
Explore the campus of University of Pennsylvania, a top university in Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Schuylkill River Trail
You can take time to visit Schuylkill River Trail during your travels to Philadelphia. Experience the great live music and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Penn Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Penn Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Clarence Clark park
Clarence Clark park 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 or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Sesame Place
Enjoy the rides and games at Sesame Place and see why this is a favourite theme park in Oxford Valley. Attend a sporting event in this family-friendly 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.
Top hotels in University City
4211 Suites
"The room was good there wasn’t a tv in the bedroom and no linen for the sofa bed we had to ask."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
The Study at University City
"I don't remember the guy's name at the bar on Saturday night (23 May 2026), but he was awesome! Drinks made to perfection! As far as the staff, they were very helful during check-in & check-out. The room's were clean but extremely small and tight. There was not enough outlets located in the right ..."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Homewood Suites by Hilton University City
"Pros: we checked in late that night and the system was down, but staff was sfillvedy helpful and polite. Upon entering the room, there was a scent that was overwhelming. Each time we reentered, the scent was present and did not go away. It smelled of some sort of body or hair product. We booked a ..."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
"The property was very underwhelming does not look like anything in the pictures. The roads are absolutely disgusting. There was rust and mold in the bathroom. You can tell that it was cleaned and rushed when I lay down in my bed. There was dust all over the headboard all over the side tables. There ..."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
"Awesome service! Check-in was prompt. The staff was professional and friendly. Would stay over and over again!"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Sonesta Select Philadelphia Airport
"Excellent low cost airport hotel with great shuttle service."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Where to stay in University City
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.
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.
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.
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 Xfinity Mobile Arena.
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.
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