Fairmount
Philadelphia
Popular places to visit
Philadelphia Museum of Art
This sweeping museum is home to over 227,000 objects and hosts around 25 special exhibitions per year.
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.
Rocky Steps
You can find out about the history of Philadelphia with a stop at Rocky Steps. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Rocky Statue
Find out about the history of Philadelphia when you take a trip to Rocky Statue. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Eastern State Penitentiary
Infamous gangsters once paced the corridors of this old jail; now day-tripping visitors can do the same.
Mural Arts Philadelphia
Enjoy a stop at Mural Arts Philadelphia, an entertaining place to visit in Philadelphia. Experience the fascinating museums and great live music in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Polaris Slingshot Rental-Philadelphia, PA
Go City: Philadelphia Explorer Pass - Choose 3 to 7 Attractions
Philadelphia: The Franklin Institute Entry Ticket
Top hotels in Fairmount
The Maj Hotel
The room was comfy but it had no fridge. The property is conveniently located to food and activities. The staff was very nice. We checked out a day early because there was a roaring sound over our room and my girlfriend had trouble sleeping.
Reviewed on 11 Mar, 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
Clean bed for the night in center city next to a ton of shopping/bar/restaurant options. Its a lil outdated and thin walls, but for the price and location - its all you can ask for.
Reviewed on 11 Mar, 2026
The Windsor Suites
The "hotel" was under construction, but seemed like it was in the middle of a conversion to a hotel from an apartment building, with makeshift check-in counters on the mezzanine level. The room was very large (we had a king suite) but the furniture was very low end and nicked-up. Mattress very stiff/uncomfortable. ...
Reviewed on 12 Mar, 2026
Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District
The staff was very good: attentive, helpful, and very quick responses when needed. The rooms, though, were not great. The AC/heating unit runs 100% of the time and it is LOUD. Even when the unit was turned off using the wall control, the fan continued to run 24/7.
Reviewed on 11 Mar, 2026
Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
I was able to check in early. The first room I was assigned was filthy and run down. Dust everywhere, excrement stains all over the side and back of toilet, rust and mildew in the tub, paint falling off the ceiling, stains on the sheets and walls, and hair everywhere. I went downstairs and noted ...
Reviewed on 10 Mar, 2026
Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
Currently under construction and upgrades as of March 2026, so I’ll be prepared for noise.
Reviewed on 12 Mar, 2026
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 Benjamin Franklin Parkway. See more of Philadelphia by jumping on the metro at Suburban Station or 15th St. Tram Stop.
Center City West
If you're spending time in Center City West, check out sights like Walnut Street or Liberty Place and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 19th St Station or 15th St. Tram Stop.
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 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.
Midtown Village
While you're in Midtown Village, take in top sights like Walnut Street or Historical Society of Pennsylvania, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 12th-13th & Locust Station or Walnut Locust 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 Pennsylvania Convention Center and Reading Terminal Market, and jump on the metro at 11th St Station or 8th St Station to see more of the city.
