Southeast Pennsylvania, PA
Travel Guide
Visit Southeast Pennsylvania
Where to stay in Southeast Pennsylvania
Center City
Boasting a dense downtown area, Center City offers a plethora of restaurants, bars, and cultural institutions like Kimmel Center and Academy of Music. Explore Penn's Landing, Old City, or the medical Mütter Museum, and enjoy convenient transport options.
University City
Home to prestigious universities like Penn and Drexel, this vibrant area offers cultural experiences at the Penn Museum and Institute of Contemporary Art. Enjoy shopping at the 40th Street retail corridor and easy access to various transportation options.
West Philadelphia
Home to universities like University of Pennsylvania and Drexel, this area boasts cultural venues such as Mann Music Center and Bushfire Theater. Explore Lancaster Avenue's shops and restaurants, or visit the historic Philadelphia Zoo.
Rittenhouse Square
While you're in Rittenhouse Square, take in top sights like Walnut Street or Rittenhouse Row, and hop on the metro to see more the city at 15th-16th & Locust Station or 19th St Station.
North Philadelphia
North Philadelphia is a destination travelers like for its historic sites, and you might hop aboard the metro at North Philadelphia BSL Station or Allegheny Station to explore sights like The Liacouras Center.
Old City
Discover history at Independence National Historical Park, stroll along the 3rd Street Corridor for galleries and boutiques, and enjoy vibrant nightlife with quality restaurants and bars. Don't miss the monthly First Friday event for art and design showcases.
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Popular places to visit
Pennsylvania Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening at Pennsylvania Convention Center, a top convention center in Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed art scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
University of Pennsylvania
Walk around the campus of University of Pennsylvania, a top college in Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed theater scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Wells Fargo Center
Catch an event at Wells Fargo Center during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed theater scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Rittenhouse Square
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 acclaimed theater scene and great live music in this vibrant area.
Citizens Bank Park
Catch an event at Citizens Bank Park during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the great live music and acclaimed art scene in this vibrant area.
Philadelphia Museum of Art
You can browse the exhibits at Philadelphia Museum of Art, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Philadelphia. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
- Pennsylvania Convention Center
- University of Pennsylvania
- Lincoln Financial Field
- Sesame Place
- Wells Fargo Center
- Rittenhouse Square
- Citizens Bank Park
- Philadelphia Museum of Art
- Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom
- Liberty Bell Center
- Villanova University
- King of Prussia Mall
- Lehigh University
- Reading Terminal Market
- Philadelphia Zoo
- Longwood Gardens
- Wind Creek Bethlehem
- Temple University
- Drexel University
- Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
- The Greater Philadelphia Expo Center at Oaks
- Independence Hall
- Peddler's Village
- Adventure Aquarium
- Parx Casino and Racetrack
- Fairmount Park
- PPL Center
- Mann Center for the Performing Arts
- West Chester University of Pennsylvania
- Crayola Experience
- Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
- Maple Grove Raceway