The Latham: Luxurious Accommodations A Cut Above Other Center City Philadelphia Hotels
Are you currently researching luxurious downtown Philadelphia hotels to plan for an upcoming getaway? Are you looking for elegant, boutique hotels in Center City Philadelphia that offer classic elegance coupled with modern convenience? Whether you're coordinating your next business trip or planning a romantic getaway, the Latham Philadelphia, one of the area's most prestigious Center City Philadelphia hotels, is sure to provide the perfect accommodations.
Visitors Love Discovering All The Things To Do In Center City Philadelphia
This little corner of the world has earned its reputation as an international historical hotspot. Philadelphia is the fifth-largest city in the United States and the second largest on the East Coast. Known as the "birthplace of American Independence" and home of the Liberty Bell, visitors from all over the globe travel to Philly each year to take a historic journey back in time. But that's not all this area delivers. There are countless fun and exciting things to do in Center City Philadelphia, too! Offering a unique variety of attractions, culture, entertainment and activity, Center City Philadelphia is sure to suit the style and taste of everyone in your travel party.
Location, Location, Location: Another Way The Latham Hotel Stands Out From Other Downtown Philly Hotels
The Latham Philadelphia is located in Center City, the bustling and historic Downtown Philadelphia area. Located 100 miles south of New York, 133 miles north of Washington, D.C., and 55 miles from Atlantic City, NJ; Philadelphia, PA is convenient to millions of travelers by air, car, and train. Contact our reservation desk or visit our website today for more information and begin planning your next Center City excursion.
Local Destinations:
Arts, Museums & Cultural Attractions:
- Philadelphia Museum of Art
- The Franklin Institute of Science
- Please Touch Museum
- Barnes Foundation
- Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts
- Curtis Institute of Music
- National Museum of American Jewish History
- Mutter Museum
- Civil War and Underground Railroad Museum
- Simeone Foundation Museum
- Rodin Museum
- Rosenbach Museum and Library
- Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts
- Philadelphia Sketch Club
- Avenue of the Arts
- Academy of Natural Sciences
- University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology
- Woodturning Center
Historic Attractions:
- Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell
- Independence National Historic Park
- National Constitution Center
- Betsy Ross House
- Rensselaer House
- Independence Living History Center
- Holy Trinity Church
- St. Mark's Episcopal Church
- Sinkler Mansion
- Woodford Mansion
- Thaw House
- Victorian House
- Delancey Place
- First Unitarian Church of Philadelphia
- Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site
- Pearl S. Buck House
- Paul Robeson House
- Society Hill
Sports & Outdoors:
- Citizens Bank Park, home to the Philadelphia Phillies (MLB)
- Lincoln Financial Field, home to Philadelphia Eagles (NFL)
- Wachovia Center, home to the Philadelphia 76ers (NBA), Philadelphia Flyers (NHL), Philadelphia Soul (AFL) and Philadelphia Wings (NLL)
- Liacouras Center, home to the Philadelphia KiXX (NISL)
- Fairmount Park
- Schuylkill River Park
- Interesting and well-outlined walking tours of the city can be found at the U.S. History website.
Shopping:
- Rittenhouse Row (Walnut Street)
- The Gallery at Market East
- Liberty Place
- Jewelers' Row
- South Street
Universities:
- University of Pennsylvania
- Temple
- Drexel
- University of the Arts
- Art Institute of Philadelphia
Annual Events & Festivals:
Philadelphia is a vibrant, ever-moving city with fun festivals and events happening throughout the year. A few favorites are listed below but visit Go Philadelphia for a more comprehensive listing.
- The Flower Show
- Philadelphia Home Show
- Philadelphia Auto Show
- Philadelphia Marathon
- Rittenhouse Square Fine Art Show
- New Year's Day Mummers Parade
- Army Navy Football
- Manayunk Arts Festival
- Summer Concerts in the Park, Rittenhouse Square
- Pennsylvania Dutch Festival
- Hispanic Festival
- Odunde Festival












