Things to do in Southeast Pennsylvania

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Xfinity Mobile Arena

5/5(7 reviews)

Catch an event at Xfinity Mobile Arena during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

Rittenhouse Square

4/5(29 reviews)

Rittenhouse Square is just one of the places to see in Philadelphia, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the fascinating museums and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.

Pennsylvania Convention Center

4.5/5(14 reviews)

Learn about the events happening in Pennsylvania Convention Center during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

University of Pennsylvania

5/5(5 reviews)

Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Pennsylvania during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

Citizens Bank Park

4.5/5(10 reviews)

Catch an event at Citizens Bank Park during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and great live music in this vibrant area.

Philadelphia Museum of Art

4.5/5(41 reviews)

One of the country’s largest museums, with hundreds of thousands of objects, a Rodin Museum, renowned impressionist art and a sculpture garden.

Reading Terminal Market

4.5/5(38 reviews)

An enclosed market where you can sample Philly cheesesteaks, shoofly pies, soft pretzels and other local treats, or stock up on organic produce and handmade crafts.

Villanova University

5/5(2 reviews)

Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Villanova University during your trip to Philadelphia. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this vibrant area.

Longwood Gardens

4.5/5(7 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Longwood Gardens, a lovely green space in Kennett Square. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

Areas of Southeast Pennsylvania

Liberty Bell Center which includes a city, a monument and heritage architecture

Center City

4.5/5(137 area reviews)

Known for its fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Center City. Check out top attractions like Reading Terminal Market and Walnut Street Theatre, and jump on the metro at 11th St Station or 8th St Station to see more of the city.

North Philadelphia

You might enjoy the historical sites while in North Philadelphia. The Liacouras Center is a notable sight, and you can get around town at North Philadelphia BSL Station or Allegheny Station to see more of the city.

Philadelphia featuring a statue or sculpture, a monument and a memorial

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

Independence National Historical Park showing interior views

Old City

Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Old City. Top attractions like Betsy Ross House and Historic Arch Street Meeting House are major draws, and you can catch the metro at 2nd St. Station or 5th St. Station to see more of the city.

University City

4/5(6 area reviews)

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.

West Philadelphia

3/5(1 area review)

Noted for its art galleries and museums, there's plenty to explore in West Philadelphia. Top attractions like 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.