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

Center City

2 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

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 Rittenhouse Square 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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Fairmount Park featuring heritage architecture, a lake or waterhole and skyline

West Philadelphia

2 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

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.

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University City hotels information

Number of reviews	27,349
Accommodation	2,674 hotels
Lowest Price	S$145
Highest Price	S$367

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in University City?

University City is a welcoming neighbourhood known for its array of dining options. Make sure that you visit University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology and Penn Museum as part of your University City travel plans.

Where is the best place to stay in University City?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, The Gables B&B Philadelphia is the highest ranked property in University City. This B&B offers free breakfast and free parking. Other favourite options in the area include Cornerstone Bed and Breakfast and AKA University City.

How many hotels should I expect to find in University City?

Expedia has 155 hotels and other accommodation options in University City to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Philadelphia area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in University City, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals in University City.

What is there to do around this Philadelphia neighbourhood?

University City's sights and attractions like Penn Museum, Arthur Ross Gallery and Institute of Contemporary Art offer insight into the local culture. You could also plan a visit to University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology or Franklin Field while you're in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around University City include Rittenhouse Square, The Palestra and Daskalakis athletic Center. While you're out sightseeing in Philadelphia, make sure that you visit other sights such as Philadelphia Buddhist Association or Buckley Recreational Field.

How can I get around University City and the greater Philadelphia area?

For a quick way to explore the city, catch a ride on metro transit at Penn Medicine Station, 33rd St Station or 37th St Station. To see the sights outside of town, hop on a train. Philadelphia University City Station is the closest train station, but Philadelphia 30th St Station and Philadelphia, PA (ZFV-30th Street Rail Station) are also nearby.