Fairmount
Popular places to visit
Philadelphia Museum of Art
One of the country’s largest museums, with hundreds of thousands of objects, a Rodin Museum, renowned impressionist art and a sculpture garden.
Eastern State Penitentiary
Walk the blocks of the old jail that set the benchmark for a modern prison system worldwide and take a peek inside the cells of notorious gangsters.
Rocky Statue
Find out about the history of Philadelphia when you take a trip to Rocky Statue. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Fairmount Waterworks Drive
Explore the great outdoors at Fairmount Waterworks Drive, a lovely green space in Philadelphia. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Mural Arts Philadelphia
You can study the exhibits at Mural Arts Philadelphia, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
The Met Philadelphia
You can enjoy a show at The Met Philadelphia on your trip to Philadelphia. While you're in the area, find time to visit its temples.
Things to do
Philadelphia Movie and Television Sites Walking Tour
Enchanted Evening: Art & Romance in South Philadelphia
Philadelphia: the Birthplace of America with Self-Guided Audio Tour
Art and Controversy: An audio tour of Philadelphia's most infamous art scandals
Revolutionary Roots: A Historic Philadelphia Stroll
Top hotels in Fairmount
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Other neighbourhoods around Fairmount
Logan Square
Logan Square is highly notable for its fascinating museums, and you might want to visit top sights like The Franklin Institute and Franklin Institute Science Museum. See more of Philadelphia by jumping on the metro at Suburban Station or 15th St. Tram Stop.
Parkway Museum District
Philadelphia Museum of Art and The Franklin Institute are top sights in Parkway Museum District, and you should be sure to explore the fascinating museums. Hop aboard the metro at 19th St Station or Suburban Station to see more sights in the area.
University City
Travellers choose University City for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Penn Medicine Station or 33rd St Station and check out top sights like Penn Museum.
Rittenhouse Square
While you're in Rittenhouse Square, take in top sights like Rittenhouse Square or Walnut Street, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 15th-16th & Locust Station or 19th St Station.
Center City
Known for its fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Center City. Check out top attractions like Rittenhouse Square and Philadelphia Museum of Art, and jump on the metro at 11th St Station or 8th St Station to see more of the city.
North Philadelphia East
While you're in North Philadelphia East, take in top sights like Electric Factory or Fairhill Square, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Temple University Station or Cecil B Moore Station.