Kensington Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
Wells Fargo Center
Catch an event at Wells Fargo Center during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the great live music and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Rittenhouse Square
Explore the great outdoors at Rittenhouse Square, a lovely green space in Philadelphia. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
University of Pennsylvania
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Pennsylvania during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Pennsylvania Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Pennsylvania Convention Center during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Philadelphia Museum of Art
From Rodin and Rubens to Rocky Balboa, this museum covers all the cultural bases.
Reading Terminal Market
Head to this indoor market for everything from shoofly pie to South American crafts and jewellery.
Activities
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Philadelphia Eagles Football Game at Lincoln Financial Field
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Other neighbourhoods around Kensington
North Philadelphia East
While you're in North Philadelphia East, take in top sights like Fairhill Square or Divine Lorraine Hotel, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Temple University Station or Cecil B Moore Station.
Fishtown
While you're in Fishtown, take in top sights like Rivers Casino or Go Vertical, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Palmer St & Girard Ave Stop or Girard Ave & Columbia Ave Tram Stop.
North Philadelphia
You might enjoy the historical sites while in North Philadelphia. The Liacouras Center is a notable sight, and you can get around town at North Philadelphia BSL Station or Allegheny Station to see more of the city.
Old City
Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Old City. Top attractions like Betsy Ross House and Historic Arch Street Meeting House are major draws, and you can catch the metro at 2nd St. Station or 5th St. Station to see more of the city.
Center City East
If you're spending time in Center City East, check out sights like Liberty Bell Center or Liberty Bell and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 5th St. Station or 8th 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 Reading Terminal Market and Walnut Street Theatre, and jump on the metro at 11th St Station or 8th St Station to see more of the city.