Fairmount, PA
Popular places to visit
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.
Eastern State Penitentiary
Walk the blocks of the old jail that set the benchmark for a modern prison system worldwide and take a peek inside the cells of notorious gangsters.
Rocky Statue
Find out about the history of Philadelphia when you spend time at Rocky Statue. Experience the acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Fairmount Waterworks Drive
Explore the great outdoors at Fairmount Waterworks Drive, a lovely green space in Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed art scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Mural Arts Philadelphia
You can study the exhibits at Mural Arts Philadelphia, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
The Met Philadelphia
You can enjoy a show at The Met Philadelphia during your stay in Philadelphia. While you're in the area, find time to visit its temples.
Things to do
Fantastic Philadelphia Self-Guided Audio Tour
Philadelphia Movie and Television Sites Walking Tour
Philadelphia: the Birthplace of America with Self-Guided Audio Tour
Philadelphia: The Rail Park Public Three Mile Vision Tour
Philadelphia In App Walking Audio Tour
Classic Philadelphia City Bike Tour
Fairmount Hotel Deals
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Other neighborhoods around Fairmount
University City
Spend some time visiting places like University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology while getting to know University City, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Penn Medicine Station or 33rd St Station to see more of the area.
Rittenhouse Square
While you're in Rittenhouse Square, take in top sights like Rittenhouse Square or Walnut Street, and hop on the metro to see more the city at 15th-16th & Locust Station or 19th St 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 Rittenhouse Square and Reading Terminal Market, and jump on the metro at 11th St Station or 8th St Station to see more of the city.
North Philadelphia East
While you're in North Philadelphia East, take in top sights like Electric Factory or Divine Lorraine Hotel, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Temple University Station or Cecil B Moore Station.
West Philadelphia
Noted for its art galleries and museums, there's plenty to explore in West Philadelphia. Top attractions like Mann Center for the Performing Arts and Please Touch Museum are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Lancaster Ave & 49th St Tram Stop or 49th & Girard Ave Stop to see more of the city.
Washington Square West
While you're in Washington Square West, take in top sights like Walnut Street Theatre or Washington Square Park, and hop on the metro to see more the city at 9th-10th & Locust St Station or 12th-13th & Locust Station.
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- Other vacations you might like
- Philadelphia Museum of Art
- Eastern State Penitentiary
- Rocky Statue
- The Met Philadelphia
- Rocky Steps
- Fairmount Waterworks Drive
- Francisville Playground
- Joan of Arc Statue
- University of Pennsylvania
- Pennsylvania Convention Center
- Lincoln Financial Field
- Rittenhouse Square
- Citizens Bank Park
- Wells Fargo Center
- Liberty Bell Center
- Temple University
- King of Prussia Mall
- Philadelphia Zoo
- Villanova University
- Big Kahuna's Water Park
- Reading Terminal Market
- Coco Key Water Resort
- Independence Hall
- Drexel University
- Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
- Adventure Aquarium
- The Greater Philadelphia Expo Center at Oaks
- Diggerland
- Parx Casino and Racetrack
- Mann Center for the Performing Arts
- City Hall
- Rowan University