University City, PA

Philadelphia

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University of Pennsylvania

8.6/10 (3,575 reviews)
Walk around the campus of University of Pennsylvania, a top college in Philadelphia. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art scene in this vibrant area.
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Double Decker Hop-On Hop-Off City Sightseeing Philadelphia

Double Decker Hop-On Hop-Off City Sightseeing Philadelphia (1, 2, or 3-Day)

￥7,687
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Double Decker Hop-On Hop-Off City Sightseeing Philadelphia (1, 2, or 3-Day)
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia

BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia

￥7,609
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
Museum of Illusions Philadelphia Admission Ticket

Museum of Illusions Philadelphia Admission Ticket

￥4,550
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Museum of Illusions Philadelphia Admission Ticket
Philadelphia: F1® Immersive Racing Simulator Experience

Philadelphia: F1® Immersive Racing Simulator Experience

￥5,961
per adult
Philadelphia: F1® Immersive Racing Simulator Experience
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market

Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market

￥9,256
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market
Historic Philly for Kids Ages 5 to 12

Historic Philly for Kids Ages 5 to 12

￥3,922
per adult
Historic Philly for Kids Ages 5 to 12
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University City Hotel Deals

The Study at University City

The Study at University City

4 out of 5
20 S 33rd Street Philadelphia PA
The price is ￥37,769 per night from Oct 4 to Oct 5
￥37,769
￥43,951 total
Oct 4 - Oct 5
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
The Study at University City
4211 Suites

4211 Suites

4.5 out of 5
4211 Chestnut St Philadelphia PA
The price is ￥18,926 per night from Oct 6 to Oct 7
￥18,926
￥22,024 total
Oct 6 - Oct 7
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Rittenhouse Square ...
9/10 Wonderful! (923 reviews)
"The proximity to downtown was good. The room (s) were great. The place felt safe. I had to park on the street. The window view was two air conditioning units and three walls."

Reviewed on Oct 1, 2026

4211 Suites
Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel

Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel

3.5 out of 5
3549 Chestnut St. Philadelphia PA
The price is ￥29,362 per night from Oct 31 to Nov 1
￥29,362
￥34,169 total
Oct 31 - Nov 1
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Staff was nice. Everything else was…Just ok"

Reviewed on Oct 2, 2026

Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel
Homewood Suites by Hilton University City

Homewood Suites by Hilton University City

3 out of 5
4109 Walnut St Philadelphia PA
The price is ￥24,464 per night from Nov 1 to Nov 2
￥24,464
￥28,468 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Average hotel, not anything worth having about."

Reviewed on Oct 3, 2026

Homewood Suites by Hilton University City
The Windsor Suites

The Windsor Suites

4 out of 5
1700 Ben Franklin Pkwy Philadelphia PA
Fully refundable
The price is ￥18,845 per night from Oct 29 to Oct 30
￥18,845
￥21,930 total
Oct 29 - Oct 30
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,296 reviews)
"Pretty much just used the hotel to sleep but the rooms were super cute and cozy. Good walking distance from a lot of places. We spent only one night here and spent a LOT of time in the Irish pub/restaurant connected and the apps were delicious, the vibe was amazing and the beer was delicious."

Reviewed on Oct 2, 2026

The Windsor Suites
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia

Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia

4 out of 5
1628 Chestnut St Philadelphia PA
The price is ￥28,097 per night from Oct 4 to Oct 5
￥28,097
￥32,696 total
Oct 4 - Oct 5
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,831 reviews)
"The room was small and very expensive."

Reviewed on Oct 3, 2026

Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
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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 Elfreth's Alley and Betsy Ross House are major draws, and you can catch the metro at 2nd St. Station or 5th St. Station to see more of the city.

A downtown area with modern buildings, a plaza with outdoor seating, and pedestrians.

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 the city at 15th-16th & Locust Station or 19th St Station.

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South Philadelphia

Travelers choose South Philadelphia for its live music. Hop aboard the metro at Snyder Station or Tasker Morris Station and check out top sights like Xfinity Mobile Arena.

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West Philadelphia

Noted for its art galleries and museums, there's plenty to explore in West Philadelphia. Top attractions like Highmark 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.

University City, PA

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