University City
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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.
Franklin Field
Catch an event at Franklin Field during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Cinemark University City Penn 6
You can take time to visit Cinemark University City Penn 6 during your travels to Philadelphia. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market
Go City: Philadelphia Explorer Pass - Choose 3 to 7 Attractions
Philadelphia: Revolution and The Founders History Tour
Top hotels in University City
4211 Suites
"Not good sound insulation,"
Reviewed on 3 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
"Shower was clogged and so filled up that only one of our party even took a shower it was gross. The hair dryer didn’t work and looked like it had been taken from goodwill it was old and filthy the handle was all cruddy- I asked for a new dryer and the nice staff member brought it when we were walking ..."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
"They don’t even have microwaves in the rooms. It was so overly crowded all the time and you have to wait in lines just to check in and check out."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Sheraton Suites Philadelphia Airport
"Quiet neighborhood (feels like your driving into a residential area). Clean, huge room, nice bed, friendly staff. Would stay here again."
Reviewed on 3 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 Citizens Bank Park.
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.
