Southwest Philadelphia, PA

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Fort Mifflin

6.0/10 (10 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Fort Mifflin, a lovely green space in Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed theater scene and great live music 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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Where to stay in Southwest Philadelphia

Find the best Southwest Philadelphia areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
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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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University City

Spend some time visiting places like Penn Museum while getting to know University City, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Penn Medicine Station or 33rd St Station to see more of the area.

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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.

Southwest Philadelphia, PA