Philadelphia, PA

Philadelphia Art Museum Fountain

Photo by Scott Sullivan from Flickr

Philadelphia Art Museum Fountain

The largest city in Pennsylvania, Philadelphia was the nation's first capital, and the largest city in the early United States. Now home to over 1.4 million people, "Philly", as it is affectionately called, was once the second largest city in the British Empire.

Home to many of the primary events surrounding the American Revolution, it played a vital role in the struggle for independence, and houses many historic sites and buildings. From the Independence National Historical Park, to the Liberty Bell, and Independence Hall where the Declaration of Independence was signed, Philadelphia is home to many of the cornerstones of early America. Other important sites of historic interest include the First and Second Banks of the United States, and the homes of Edgar Allan Poe and Betsy Ross.

A vibrant, cosmopolitan city, Philly is home to a lot of contemporary art and culture. A metropolis that has always had a strong focus on art, Philadelphia's fine art roots can be traced as far back as the opening of the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts in 1805. Famous as a breeding ground for talent, Thomas Eakins, Henry Ossawa Tanner and several members of the Philadelphia Ten came from this tradition. Furthermore, the fact that Philadelphia has more public art than any other American city is seen as a testament to its long standing commitment to art.

Of course, music is another important part of Philly culture. The Academy of Music was founded by the Musical Fund Society in 1857, and is now home to many of the city's most popular performing arts groups, including the Pennsylvania Ballet, the Opera Company of Philadelphia and the Philly Pops, a music group who play orchestral versions of popular jazz, blues and Broadway songs.

A city that is deeply rooted in the American past, and yet lives vibrantly in the present, Philadelphia merges contemporary culture with a rich history, and in the process creates a city that is a pleasure to stay in, no matter what the purpose of your visit is.

Show me this city's best hotels
Show me this city's main attractions

Step 1

Your 2 night stay in Philadelphia area, PA, US

Check-in: Friday, September 17, 2010
Check-out: Sunday, September 19, 2010

Room 1: 1 Adult, 0 Children

Change Search Criteria

Club Quarters in Philadelphia

The Club Quarters in Philadelphia is located in the business district of Philadelphia, Pa., across the street from the shops at Liberty Place. The hotel is two blocks fromcash back  $9.52 Help

Club Quarters in Philadelphia

Rating: FullFullFullHalfEmpty

From
$119
Avg. per night
Club Quarters in Philadelphia

Palomar Philadelphia, a Kimpton Hotel

This city-center hotel is located in Philadelphia, close to Rittenhouse Square, Academy of Music, andcash back  $15.57 HelpStay 2 Nights and Save 15% on Your Stay!

Palomar Philadelphia, a Kimpton Hotel

Rating: FullFullFullFullEmpty

From
$229
$195
Avg. per night
Palomar Philadelphia, a Kimpton Hotel

Radisson Plaza Warwick Hotel

The Radisson Plaza Warwick Hotel is located in the Rittenhouse Square District of Philadelphia, Pa. The property is one mile from the Philadelphia Convention Center and eight milescash back  $14.80 Help

Radisson Plaza Warwick Hotel

Rating: FullFullFullHalfEmpty

From
$185
Avg. per night
Radisson Plaza Warwick Hotel

Sheraton Suites Philadelphia Airport

Just off Interstate 95 and one mile from the Philadelphia International Airport sits the Sheraton Suites Philadelphia Airport. Citizens Bank Park, Lincoln Financial Field, Wachoviacash back  $6.10 HelpStay 2 Nights and Save 30% on Your Stay!

Sheraton Suites Philadelphia Airport

Rating: FullFullFullHalfEmpty

From
$109
$76
Avg. per night
Sheraton Suites Philadelphia Airport

Sofitel Philadelphia

This business-friendly city-center property is located in Philadelphia, close to Rittenhouse Square, Academy ofcash back  $19.60 Help

Sofitel Philadelphia

Rating: FullFullFullFullEmpty

From
$245
Avg. per night
Sofitel Philadelphia

Wingate by Wyndham-Voorhees/Cherry Hill/Mount Laurel

This Voorhees property is close to Clementon Amusement Park. Features. In addition to an indoorcash back  $6.34 Help

Wingate by Wyndham-Voorhees/Cherry Hill/Mount Laurel

Rating: FullFullHalfEmptyEmpty

From
$79
Avg. per night
Wingate by Wyndham-Voorhees/Cherry Hill/Mount Laurel

The Westin Philadelphia

This business-friendly city-center property is located in Philadelphia, close to Rittenhouse Square, Academy ofcash back  $19.01 Help Only 2 rooms left!

The Westin Philadelphia

Rating: FullFullFullFullEmpty

From
$238
Avg. per night
The Westin Philadelphia

Le Meridien Philadelphia

This family-friendly luxury hotel is located in the heart of Philadelphia, close to Museum of American Art, Pennsylvaniacash back  $13.38 HelpStay 2 nights and save 20% off your stay!

Le Meridien Philadelphia

Rating: FullFullFullFullEmpty

From
$209
$167
Avg. per night
Le Meridien Philadelphia

Sheraton Philadelphia City Center Hotel

One of the tallest tower-hotels in Philadelphia, Pa., at 26 stories, the Sheraton Philadelphia City Center Hotel boasts incredible views of downtown. This pet-friendly hotel iscash back  $13.60 Help

Sheraton Philadelphia City Center Hotel

Rating: FullFullFullHalfEmpty

From
$170
Avg. per night
Sheraton Philadelphia City Center Hotel

Microtel Inn & Suites Philadelphia (Airport)

Location. This budget-friendly hotel is less than a mile from Philadelphia Airport and about 6 miles from downtown Philadelphia.cash back  $4.80 Help14-Day Advance Purchase Special

Microtel Inn & Suites Philadelphia (Airport)

Rating: FullFullEmptyEmptyEmpty

From
$75
$60
Avg. per night
Microtel Inn & Suites Philadelphia (Airport)

Valley Forge Scanticon Hotel and Suites

Situated in the suburbs, this King of Prussia property is close to Valley Forge Convention Center and Valley Forgecash back  $8.94 HelpSale! Save 25% on this Stay. Only 5 rooms left!

Valley Forge Scanticon Hotel and Suites

Rating: FullFullFullEmptyEmpty

From
$149
$112
Avg. per night
Valley Forge Scanticon Hotel and Suites

Comfort Inn Downtown Historic / Area

Location. This hotel is located within a half-mile of many of Philadelphia's most popular attractions, such as Independence Hall and thecash back  $10.00 Help

Comfort Inn Downtown Historic / Area

Rating: FullFullHalfEmptyEmpty

From
$125
Avg. per night
Comfort Inn Downtown Historic / Area

Wyndham Garden Hotel - Philadelphia

This Essington hotel is conveniently close to the airport, near John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at Tinicum.cash back  $5.94 HelpStay 2 nights and save 25% off your stay!

Wyndham Garden Hotel - Philadelphia

Rating: FullFullFullEmptyEmpty

From
$99
$74
Avg. per night
Wyndham Garden Hotel - Philadelphia

Loews Hotel Philadelphia

The Loews Hotel Philadelphia offers a prime location in downtown Philadelphia, one block from City Hall and Reading Terminal Market. The Philadelphia International Airport is lesscash back  $14.72 Help Only 2 rooms left!

Loews Hotel Philadelphia

Rating: FullFullFullFullEmpty

From
$184
Avg. per night
Loews Hotel Philadelphia

Dolce Valley Forge Hotel

Location Located 1 mile from the King of Prussia Mall, Dolce Valley Forge Hotel is 3 miles from Valley Forge Convention Center and Elmwoodcash back  $8.75 Help

Dolce Valley Forge Hotel

Rating: FullFullFullEmptyEmpty

From
$109
Avg. per night
Dolce Valley Forge Hotel

Sheraton Society Hill Hotel

The Sheraton Society Hill Hotel in Philadelphia, Pa., is less than one-half mile from Penn's Landing, the Liberty Bell and the Betsy Ross House. Downtown Philadelphia is less thancash back  $12.89 Help Only 5 rooms left!

Sheraton Society Hill Hotel

Rating: FullFullFullHalfEmpty

From
$161
Avg. per night
Sheraton Society Hill Hotel

Radisson Valley Forge Hotel

This spa property is located in the suburbs, in King of Prussia, close to Valley Forge Convention Center and Valley Forge National Historic Park.cash back  $11.12 Help

Radisson Valley Forge Hotel

Rating: FullFullFullEmptyEmpty

From
$139
Avg. per night
Radisson Valley Forge Hotel

Days Inn Springfield/Philadelphia International Airport

This Springfield hotel is conveniently close to the airport, near Swarthmore College. Features.Thiscash back  $8.00 Help

Days Inn Springfield/Philadelphia International Airport

Rating: FullFullEmptyEmptyEmpty

From
$100
Avg. per night
Days Inn Springfield/Philadelphia International Airport

Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel

The Sheraton Philadelphia University City hotel is located in Philadelphia, Pa., just one block from the University of Pennsylvania and Drexel University. The Philadelphia Zoo, homecash back  $17.37 Help

Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel

Rating: FullFullFullHalfEmpty

From
$217
Avg. per night
Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel

Ramada Philadelphia Airport

This Essington hotel is conveniently close to the airport, near Widener University and Harrah's Casino andcash back  $8.77 HelpEarly Booking Bonus

Ramada Philadelphia Airport

Rating: FullFullFullEmptyEmpty

From
$110
Avg. per night
Ramada Philadelphia Airport

Key Attractions

Ardmore Amtrak Station
Ardmore Amtrak Station

Ardmore Station is an above-ground commuter rail station located in the western suburbs of Philadelphia at Anderson & Coulter Avenues, Ardmore, Pennsylvania 19003. It is served by Amtrak Keystone Service trains and most SEPTA R5 Paoli-Thorndale trains with the exception of a few express runs.

More Info »

Barnes Foundation
Barnes Foundation

The Barnes Foundation is an educational art institution in Lower Merion Township, a suburb of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in the United States. It is located directly in back of the Merion campus of Saint Joseph's University, off City Avenue. It was founded in 1922 by Dr. Albert C. Barnes, who made a fortune by co-developing an early antimicrobial drug, Argyrol.

More Info »

Ben Franklin Memorial
Ben Franklin Memorial

Benjamin Franklin National Memorial, located in the rotunda of the Franklin Institute in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, features a colossal seated statue of Benjamin Franklin. The 20 foot (6 m) high memorial, sculpted by James Earle Fraser between 1906 and 1911, honors the writer, inventor and American statesman.

More Info »

More Attractions from Philadelphia, PA

Attractions Hotels
Loading Photos...

Find cheap hotels from Philadelphia | Find discount hotels from Philadelphia

Subscribe for our Newsletter

Be the first to hear about best travel ideas, new features, special limited time travel promotions, discounts, and more. No spam.

Loading Weather Details...
Loading Blogs...
Loading Upcoming Events...

Content Partners Partners