Kensington Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
Wells Fargo Center
Catch an event at Wells Fargo Center during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Pennsylvania Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Pennsylvania Convention Center, a top convention centre in Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Rittenhouse Square
Explore the great outdoors with a trip to Rittenhouse Square, a popular green space in Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
University of Pennsylvania
Explore the campus of University of Pennsylvania, a top university in Philadelphia. Experience the great live music and acclaimed art galleries 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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Other neighbourhoods around Kensington
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 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 Elfreth's Alley and Betsy Ross 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.
Fairmount
If you're spending time in Fairmount, check out sights like Philadelphia Museum of Art or Rocky Statue and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 26th St & Poplar St Tram Stop or Poplar St & Stillman Stop.