Things To Do
Spruce Street Harbor Park
Short walk from Marriott Old City. Enjoy an urban park featuring a boardwalk along the Delaware River, food trucks, a beer garden, and more!
Liberty Bell
Half a mile walk from Marriott Old City. Check out the crack.
Independence Hall
Half a mile walk from Marriott Old City. Explore the history of Philadelphia. Visit the website for ticket information.
Independence Beer Garden
Need a cold drink and some snacks after exploring historic Philadelphia? Stop into Independence Beer Garden– one of our favorite spots in town!
Elfreth's Alley
Half a mile walk from Marriott Old City. Our nation's oldest residential street– Elfreth's Alley is a historic street dating back to 1703. The street has 32 houses built between 1703 and 1836. Visit the Elfreth's Alley Museum at #124 and #126.
Cherry Street Pier
Walk or ride share just over half a mile to Cherry Street Pier– a year-round, mixed-use public space on the central Delaware River waterfront.
Philadelphia's Magic Gardens
Get your steps in, drive, or ride share to Magic Gardens, located 1.5 miles from the Marriott Old City. Visit the website for tickets.
Philadelphia Museum of Art
Drive or ride share to one of the largest art museums in the nation, the Philadelphia Museum of Art has something for every art enthusiast.
The Franklin Institute
Drive or ride share to explore the wonders of science at The Franklin Institute, from the mysteries of the universe to the intricacies of the human body. Visit the website for tickets.
Buddakan
Half a mile walk from Marriott Old City. Enjoy some of our favorite Asian food that Philly has to offer!
Positano Coast by Aldo Lamberti
Short walk from Marriott Old City. Be sure to make a reservation online.
Buffalo Billiards
Short walk from the Marriott Old City. Looking for a classic sports bar with billiards and other bar games? Check out Buffalo Billiards.
Chinese Lantern Festival at Franklin Square
Located just one mile from the Marriott Old City, the Chinese Lantern Festival begins on Friday, June 20th. Celebrate the Year of the Snake in Franklin Square with giant illuminated sculptures, authentic Chinese food, cultural performances, the Franklin Square Fountain Show and more. Be sure to purchase your tickets ahead of time!
Summer Solstice Block Party
Quick walk from the hotel. Enjoy vendors, live music, food & more! Block party starts at 12pm on Saturday, June 21st.