Visit Southwest Philadelphia
Popular places to visit
Xfinity Mobile Arena
Catch an event at Xfinity Mobile Arena during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Pennsylvania Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Pennsylvania Convention Center, a top convention centre in Philadelphia. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event 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 entertainment choices 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 acclaimed theatre scene and great live music in this vibrant area.
University of Pennsylvania
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Pennsylvania during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
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.
Things to do
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Philadelphia: Revolutionary Walk Through Historic Old City
Philadelphia: Museum of Illusions Timed Entrance Ticket
Philadelphia: Revolution and The Founders History Tour
Top hotels in Southwest Philadelphia
Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
Excellent
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Embassy Suites by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
Reception & bar staff very friendly & knowlegable. Went out of their to accomodate our requests
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Sonesta Select Philadelphia Airport
This was for an quick overnight stay before our trip the next day. Check in was easy and seamless. Room was clean and comfortable. I will stay here again next time flying through Philly.
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Philadelphia Suites-Extended Stay
My only issue was the oven wasn’t cleaned properly so when I went to use it the room became smoky and the smoke alarm went off I had to open the windows. I cut the oven off and cleaned it myself
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Sheraton Suites Philadelphia Airport
I didn’t eat breakfast and the shuttle ride was good.
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Four Points By Sheraton Philadelphia Airport
Star was friendly
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Southwest Philadelphia
South Philadelphia
Travellers choose South Philadelphia for its great live music. Hop aboard the metro at Snyder Station or Tasker Morris Station and check out top sights like Xfinity Mobile Arena.
South Philadelphia East
If you're spending time in South Philadelphia East, check out sights like Lincoln Financial Field or Xfinity Mobile Arena and hop on the metro to see more of the city at NRG Station or Oregon Station.
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.
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.
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.
