7BR Philadelphia University City near CHOP, UPenn & Drexel; PHL Access

NOVEMBER 2026 FULL-HOUSE SHORT STAYS
Open November nights are $400 per night in base rent: $800 for 2 nights or $1,200 for 3 nights. Cleaning and other applicable fees and taxes are extra; eligible promotions may reduce the rent further. Choose consecutive available November dates and enter your guest count to see the final Vrbo quote. Entire home except the basement; existing house rules and maximum occupancy apply.

Stay together in a seven-bedroom historic home in Philadelphia’s University City. A practical city base for visits to the University of Pennsylvania (UPenn), Drexel University, Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP), and Penn Medicine’s Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania (HUP) and Penn Presbyterian Medical Center. Check the address of your specific campus building, clinic or hospital entrance when planning your route.

Explore Philadelphia with outings to the Philadelphia Museum of Art and Philadelphia Zoo. Plan transit or rideshare for these attractions across the Schuylkill River; our local guide below includes art, history, dining and seasonal activities.

Flying via Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)? The SEPTA Airport Line serves Penn Medicine Station in University City. Arrange onward travel between the station and the house, check current service and allow time for connections. For road transfers, allow for traffic. Airport transport is booked separately.

For campus visits, hospital visits, and trips to Philadelphia events, review the sleeping arrangements and house details below to make sure the home suits your group.

Spacious historic Victorian home near UPenn in the heart of Philadelphia. This 100+ year old city townhouse has been maintained to preserve its original charm, high ceilings, and historic character. Perfect for guests who love history and classic architecture. Like many historic Philadelphia homes, minor wear and tear may exist from age and guest use, adding to its authentic character and experience.

• Spacious historic Victorian home near UPenn in the heart of Philadelphia
• 100+ year old townhouse maintained to preserve its historic charm and character
• Perfect for guests who love history and classic Philadelphia architecture

1st Floor:
• Huge bedroom with 1 king bed
• 32” TV
• 3 sofa beds for a living room environment
• Half bathroom in hallway
• Large full kitchen with dining area
• Access to backyard
• Basement off limits

2nd Floor:
• Bedroom 1 – Queen bed
• Bedroom 2 – Queen bed + 32” TV
• Bedroom 3 – Queen bed + 32” TV
• Full bathroom with tub

3rd Floor:
• Kitchenette (please do not use stove)
• Bedroom 1 – 2 queen beds + 32” TV
• Bedroom 2 – 1 queen bed + 32” TV
• Bedroom 3 – 1 queen bed + 32” TV
• Full bathroom

Please note there is no laundry available on the property

• During winter months, please wait for instructions on how to properly use the room heaters
• The heaters provided are room heating units and are not portable space heaters
• Instructions will be sent before or during check-in to ensure safe and proper use
Guests have access to the entire house except the basement
• Please note there is no laundry available on the property

QUICK EXTRAS — WINE, HISTORY & SEASONAL OUTINGS
Reviewed November 7, 2026. Distances are approximate estimates from the house, not live measurements. Confirm current hours, holiday closures and tickets before visiting.

WINE & SPIRITS NEARBY
• Fine Wine & Good Spirits, 4233 Chestnut St: about 300 feet / 1–2 minutes on foot. Published regular hours: Mon–Sat 9am–10pm; Sun 11am–7pm. Phone 215-222-2907.
• Fine Wine & Good Spirits, 4906 Baltimore Ave: about 1.1 miles / 25–30 minutes on foot. Published regular hours: Mon–Sat 9am–9pm; Sun 11am–7pm. Phone 215-726-4046.
Both sell wine and spirits to take away. Adults 21+ with valid ID; confirm holiday hours at FWGS.com.

HISTORIC PLACES TO VISIT
• The Woodlands, 4000 Woodland Ave: historic estate and cemetery grounds. Grounds open daily dawn–dusk; mansion entry by appointment or selected events. Check your walking route and respect the active cemetery.
• Independence Hall & Liberty Bell: pair these Old City landmarks around 5th/6th and Chestnut/Market Streets; plan transit or rideshare. Liberty Bell: free, no ticket. Check NPS.gov/inde for current hours, Independence Hall tour tickets and security screening.
• Bartram’s Garden: historic riverfront garden, also in the original guide below. Grounds free sunrise–sunset; historic house entry only for special events.

SEASONAL ACTIVITY PICKS
• Penn’s Landing waterfront: RiverRink Winterfest, 101 S Columbus Blvd, Nov 27, 2026–Feb 28, 2027. Opening weekend Nov 27–29; tree lighting Nov 29. Site admission free; skating, rentals and purchases extra. Check the Delaware River Waterfront calendar for hours and construction access changes.
• Philadelphia Museum of Art, 2600 Benjamin Franklin Parkway: Marcel Duchamp through Jan 31, 2027; $35 timed ticket includes museum admission. General Pay What You Wish Fridays after 5pm continues through June 25, 2027; it does not replace the exhibition ticket. Check the museum calendar and ticket availability.
• Longwood Gardens: out-of-city day trip to Kennett Square. A Longwood Christmas, Nov 20, 2026–Jan 10, 2027, daily 10am–11pm. Advance timed admission required; arrange round-trip transport and book directly with Longwood.

Tickets, purchases and transport are separate from your stay. Event schedules can change.


UNIVERSITY CITY: FOOD, COFFEE & LOCAL ADVENTURES
A local guide adapted from our University City guest guide. Distances below are approximate walking-route estimates from the house, rounded in miles, not live map measurements. Allow roughly 20 minutes per mile plus crossings. Check each venue’s current hours, holiday closures, reservations, accessibility and admission before setting out.

FOOD SCENE
• Clarkville — Pizza and small plates across from Clark Park. 4301 Baltimore Ave; about 0.5 mile.
• Saad’s Halal Restaurant — Halal cheesesteaks and Middle Eastern plates. 4500 Walnut St; about 0.3 mile. Confirm prayer-break and Ramadan schedules.
• Renata’s Kitchen — Mediterranean-inspired brunch and dinner. 3940 Baltimore Ave; about 0.7 mile.
• Terakawa Ramen — Ramen near campus. 125 S 40th St; about 0.4 mile.
• Han Dynasty University City — Sichuan dishes and dan dan noodles. 3711 Market St; about 0.8 mile.
• Booker’s Restaurant & Bar — Brunch, dinner and cocktails. 5021 Baltimore Ave; about 1.2 miles. Reservations encouraged.

COFFEE & TREATS
• Green Line Cafe, Locust Street — Neighborhood coffee stop. 4426 Locust St; about 0.3 mile.
• Knockbox Cafe — Coffee, bagels, pastries and sandwiches. 405 S 45th St; about 0.5 mile.
• Green Line Cafe, Baltimore Avenue — Coffee before a Clark Park stroll. 4239 Baltimore Ave; about 0.5 mile.
• Dottie’s Donuts — Vegan donuts. 4529 Springfield Ave; about 0.7 mile.

BARS & BREWERIES
• Local 44 — Neighborhood beer bar with food. 4333 Spruce St; about 0.3 mile.
• Carbon Copy — Brewery and pizza in a former firehouse. 701 S 50th St; about 1.2 miles.
• Dock Street Brewery South — Brewery, pizza and cocktails. 2118 Washington Ave; about 2.8 miles walking; consider transit or rideshare.

UNIVERSITIES & HOSPITAL VISITS
• University of Pennsylvania — Admissions Visitor Center, Claudia Cohen Hall, 249 S 36th St; about 1 mile. Register ahead for tours and follow campus access rules.
• Drexel University — Admissions Visit Center, Main Building, Room 212, 3141 Chestnut St; about 1.2 miles. Register ahead for tours.
• Penn Presbyterian Medical Center — 51 N 39th St; about 0.8 mile. Confirm your appointment building and entrance.
• Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Pavilion — 1 Convention Ave; about 1.3 miles. Use the exact destination on your appointment instructions; hospital buildings have different entrances.
• Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP), Main Building — 3401 Civic Center Blvd; about 1.3 miles. Confirm the building and entrance for your visit; other CHOP services may be elsewhere. Hospital visitor hours and appointments vary. For an emergency, call 911.

FUN ACTIVITIES & CULTURE
• Cinemark University City Penn 6 — Movies at 4012 Walnut St; about 0.4 mile. Check current showtimes.
• Clark Park — Green space, picnics and community events at 43rd St and Baltimore Ave; about 0.5 mile to the north end. Follow posted park hours.
• Institute of Contemporary Art — Contemporary art at 118 S 36th St; about 0.8 mile. Check exhibition dates and closures.
• Penn Museum — Archaeology and cultural history at 3260 South St; about 1.3 miles. Check tickets and exhibitions.
• The Board and Brew — Board games, coffee and meals at 3200 Chestnut St; about 1.1 miles. A gaming fee may apply.
• Bartram’s Garden — Gardens and riverfront walking at 5400 Lindbergh Blvd; about 2.6 miles walking; consider transit or rideshare. Grounds, vehicle gates and programs have different schedules.

EASY OUTING IDEAS
• Coffee and park: Green Line Cafe on Baltimore Avenue, then Clark Park, with Clarkville as a meal option.
• Campus and culture: a registered Penn or Drexel tour, then ICA or Penn Museum if open.
• Rainy-day break: Cinemark or a board-game visit to The Board and Brew.
These are independent local suggestions; bookings, tickets, transport and meals are not included in your stay.