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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.
Philadelphia Zoo
America's first zoo continues to captivate with painstakingly built habitats, and regular daily animal shows.
Fairmount Park
Philadelphia's premier park is bustling with greenery, public art and first-class museums.
Rocky Statue
Find out about the history of Philadelphia when you take a trip to Rocky Statue. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Please Touch Museum
The clue's in the name in this immersive museum that's fun and entertaining for kids.
Strawberry Mansion
You can find out about the history of Philadelphia when you stop by Strawberry Mansion. Experience the great live music and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Things to do
LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Philadelphia
Philadelphia: Museum of Illusions Timed Entrance Ticket
Go City: Philadelphia Explorer Pass - Choose 3 to 7 Attractions
Polaris Slingshot Rental-Philadelphia, PA
Top hotels in West Philadelphia
Courtyard by Marriott Philadelphia City Avenue
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025
Hilton Philadelphia City Avenue
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025
4211 Suites
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025
Homewood Suites by Hilton University City
Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025
Homewood Suites by Hilton Philadelphia-City Avenue
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025
The Study at University City
Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around West Philadelphia
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.
Logan Square
Logan Square is highly notable for its fascinating museums, and you might want to visit top sights like The Franklin Institute and Franklin Institute Science Museum. See more of Philadelphia by jumping on the metro at Suburban Station or 15th St. Tram Stop.
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.
Center City West
If you're spending time in Center City West, check out sights like Walnut Street or Rittenhouse Row and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 19th St Station or 15th St. Tram Stop.
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.
Washington Square West
While you're in Washington Square West, take in top sights like Walnut Street Theatre or Walnut Street, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 9th-10th & Locust St Station or 12th-13th & Locust Station.
