University City, PA

Philadelphia

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University of Pennsylvania

8.6/5 (3,575 reviews)
Walk around the campus of University of Pennsylvania, a top college in Philadelphia. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art scene in this vibrant area.
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Things to do

BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia

BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia

￥7,758
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market

Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market

￥9,437
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market
Dark Philly Adult Night Tour

Dark Philly Adult Night Tour

￥6,078
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Dark Philly Adult Night Tour
Sphinx Gallery

Penn Museum Admission Ticket

￥3,679
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Penn Museum Admission Ticket
Philadelphia: F1® Immersive Racing Simulator Experience

Philadelphia: F1® Immersive Racing Simulator Experience

￥6,078
per adult
Philadelphia: F1® Immersive Racing Simulator Experience
Discover Philadelphia A Guided Tour

Discover Philadelphia: A Self-Guided Tour

￥1,300
per adult
Discover Philadelphia: A Self-Guided Tour
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University City Hotel Deals

4211 Suites

4211 Suites

4.5 out of 5
4211 Chestnut St Philadelphia PA
The price is ￥19,326 per night from Jul 15 to Jul 16
￥19,326
￥22,489 total
Jul 15 - Jul 16
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Philadelphia Museum ...
9/10 Wonderful! (758 reviews)
"The best hotel I have stayed since my visit to the USA.. Clean room, the receptionists were awesome and peaceful environment. I will surely recommend"

Reviewed on Jun 29, 2026

4211 Suites
The Study at University City

The Study at University City

4 out of 5
20 S 33rd Street Philadelphia PA
The price is ￥35,421 per night from Jul 5 to Jul 6
￥35,421
￥41,219 total
Jul 5 - Jul 6
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! (1,010 reviews)
"Over charging but not enough service"

Reviewed on Jun 29, 2026

The Study at University City
The Inn at Penn, A Hilton Hotel

The Inn at Penn, A Hilton Hotel

4 out of 5
3600 Sansom St Philadelphia PA
The price is ￥33,024 per night from Jul 8 to Jul 9
￥33,024
￥38,429 total
Jul 8 - Jul 9
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this boutique hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
"Staff is kind, professional, and very helpful."

Reviewed on Jun 29, 2026

The Inn at Penn, A Hilton 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 ￥31,099 per night from Jul 5 to Jul 6
￥31,099
￥36,189 total
Jul 5 - Jul 6
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! (1,003 reviews)
"Room was clean, pool questionable, breakfast not very good. We had to have staff find us pots and pans, the first ones they found were dirty. Staff was very helpful when we needed missing items."

Reviewed on Jun 29, 2026

Homewood Suites by Hilton University City
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown

Philadelphia Marriott Downtown

4 out of 5
1201 Market St Philadelphia PA
The price is ￥32,186 per night from Jul 5 to Jul 6
￥32,186
￥37,454 total
Jul 5 - Jul 6
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,094 reviews)
"I wish I could give this above 5 stars. From check in to check out everything was amazing. You can’t beat the location either! I will absolutely stay here again."

Reviewed on Jun 29, 2026

Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square

Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square

4.5 out of 5
120 S 17th St Philadelphia PA
The price is ￥25,878 per night from Jul 23 to Jul 24
￥25,878
￥35,385 total
Jul 23 - Jul 24
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,422 reviews)
"Close to everything , very nice hotel ."

Reviewed on Jun 29, 2026

Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square
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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 Philadelphia Museum of Art, and jump on the metro at 11th St Station or 8th St Station to see more of the city.

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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 Lincoln Financial Field.

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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 Cherry Street Pier 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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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.

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

University City, PA

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