Kensington Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Pennsylvania Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Pennsylvania Convention Center, a top convention centre in Philadelphia. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Wells Fargo Center
Catch an event at Wells Fargo Center during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the fascinating museums and great live music in this vibrant area.
University of Pennsylvania
Explore the campus of University of Pennsylvania, a top university in Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and great live music in this vibrant area.
Citizens Bank Park
Catch an event at Citizens Bank Park during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries 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.
Philadelphia Museum of Art
From Rodin and Rubens to Rocky Balboa, this museum covers all the cultural bases.
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Other neighbourhoods around Kensington
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.
Northern Liberties
While you're in Northern Liberties, take in top sights like National Shrine of St. John Neumann and jump on the metro at 5th & Girard Ave Stop 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 Benjamin Franklin Bridge 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.
Market East
Reading Terminal Market and Walnut Street Theatre are top sights in Market East, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at 11th St Station or 8th St Station to see more sights in the area.