What's Old City like?
There are lots of things that visitors like about Old City, especially its restaurants and historical sites. Travellers like this walkable neighbourhood for its museums. Nature lovers can visit Independence National Historical Park and Independence Mall. There's plenty more to see, including Betsy Ross House and Benjamin Franklin Bridge.
Where are the best places to stay in Old City?
We have 70 accommodation options in the neighbourhood. Here are some of our travellers' top places to stay in Old City:
Penn's View Hotel
Hotel with restaurant and bar- Free Wi-Fi • 14 hot tubs • Fitness centre • 24-hour front desk • Central location
Apple Hostels
- Free Wi-Fi • Nightclub • 24-hour front desk • Attentive staff
Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia - Penns Landing, an IHG Hotel
City centre hotel- Free breakfast • Free Wi-Fi • Fitness centre • 24-hour front desk • Walkable location
Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia, an IHG Hotel
Luxury hotel with 2 bars and restaurant- Rooftop terrace • 24-hour front desk • Snack bar • Walkable location
How to get to Old City
Flying to:
- Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), 7.4 mi (11.9 km) from Old City
- Philadelphia, PA (PNE-Northeast Philadelphia), 10.9 mi (17.6 km) from Old City
- Blue Bell, PA (BBX-Wings Field), 14.1 mi (22.6 km) from Old City
Getting to Old City on the metro
Stations in the neighbourhood include:
- 2nd St. Station
- 5th St. Station
Things to see and do in and around Old City
What to see in Old City
- Betsy Ross House
- Benjamin Franklin Bridge
- Independence National Historical Park
- Elfreth's Alley
- Cherry Street Pier
Things to do in Old City
- Museum of the American Revolution
- Penn's Landing
- Philadelphia's Gay Bingo
- Arden Theater Company
- National Museum of American Jewish History