University City
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University of Pennsylvania
Explore the campus of University of Pennsylvania, a top university in Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Schuylkill River Trail
You can take time to visit Schuylkill River Trail during your travels to Philadelphia. Experience the great live music and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Penn Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Penn Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Clarence Clark park
Clarence Clark park 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 or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Franklin Field
Catch an event at Franklin Field during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
The Palestra
Catch an event at The Palestra during your trip to Philadelphia. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market
Philadelphia Phillies Baseball Game at Citizens Bank Park
Top hotels in University City
4211 Suites
"Room was very clean, staff were very polite and helpful. Laundry excellent and kitchen needs a toaster. But really good stay"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
The Study at University City
"Great location, room very clean and bright. Pillows too firm for my taste but mattress nice. Construction across the street went on quite late into the night! But the hotel was super."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Homewood Suites by Hilton University City
"The gentlemen at the Valet stand were absolutely lovely upon check in and check out. Maybe they should be promoted to the front desk! Upon check-in we were told the accessible rooms do not contain a sofa bed. Front desk staff was inhospitable and unhelpful. After refusing the needed accessible room, ..."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
AKA University City
"The room was very clean and exactly what we were hoping for. My only problem was the bed slats collapsed twice throughout the night and made it difficult to sleep in the hole created by this happening. For a one night rental, this was disappointing"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
"At 1:30am, a staff member came to the room and fixed the TV when it stopped working. Great staff!"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
"Hotel was amazing. Only downfall is that the $250 hold they added to my account for incidentals. That was too high in my opinion considering I had to wait 3-5 days to get it back after I checked out."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around University City
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.
Logan Square
Logan Square is highly notable for its fascinating museums, and you might want to visit top sights like The Franklin Institute and Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul. See more of Philadelphia by jumping on the metro at Suburban 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.
Washington Square West
While you're in Washington Square West, take in top sights like Walnut Street Theatre or Walnut Street, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 9th-10th & Locust St Station or 12th-13th & 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.
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