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 (1, 2, or 3-Day)

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BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia

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￥7,609
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Museum of Illusions Philadelphia Admission Ticket

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￥4,643
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Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market

Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market

￥9,256
per adult
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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 ￥34,075 per night from Oct 31 to Nov 1
￥34,075
￥39,654 total
Oct 31 - Nov 1
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. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"Very convenient location."

Reviewed on Sep 29, 2026

The Study at University City
4211 Suites

4211 Suites

4.5 out of 5
4211 Chestnut St Philadelphia PA
The price is ￥19,078 per night from Oct 4 to Oct 5
￥19,078
￥22,202 total
Oct 4 - Oct 5
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! (919 reviews)
"The hotel is very nice and reasonably priced. It was clean and comfortable. The staff were all great. My only comment is that the location is not really in "university city" but seemed to be more on the fringe."

Reviewed on Sep 29, 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 ￥30,673 per night from Oct 11 to Oct 12
￥30,673
￥35,695 total
Oct 11 - Oct 12
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! (1,014 reviews)
"Parking was very convenient garage is connected to hotel."

Reviewed on Sep 30, 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 ￥26,970 per night from Oct 11 to Oct 12
￥26,970
￥31,385 total
Oct 11 - Oct 12
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 ...
Homewood Suites by Hilton University City
Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

4 out of 5
1800 Market St Philadelphia PA
The price is ￥25,022 per night from Oct 4 to Oct 5
￥25,022
￥32,777 total
Oct 4 - Oct 5
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,472 reviews)
"The room was so comfy and cozy. We were able to get upgraded to a king which was great. Only complaint would be that they don’t allow you to use your hotel credit on the checkout day."

Reviewed on Sep 30, 2026

Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
The Windsor Suites

The Windsor Suites

4 out of 5
1700 Ben Franklin Pkwy Philadelphia PA
Fully refundable
The price is ￥21,127 per night from Oct 18 to Oct 19
￥21,127
￥24,587 total
Oct 18 - Oct 19
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 ...
The Windsor Suites
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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.

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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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