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BEST WESTERN Center City Hotel
501 N 22nd Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19130-3507Phone: 215/568-8300 | Fax: 215/557-0259
Conveniently located on Ben Franklin Parkway and situated in close proximity to all major cultural attractions - including Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell, Edgar Allen Poe house and Philadelphia Convention Center - the BEST WESTERN Center City Hotel offers unbeatable value and is perfect for business and leisure travelers alike.
While in town, don't miss out on annual Philadelphia events located just outside this hotel in Philadelphia, including the Welcome America 4th of July Celebration, Philadelphia Marathon, Flower Show and Bicycle Race. Don't forget to check out the best of Philadelphia, including the Philadelphia Art Museum, National Constitution Center, Rodin Museum, Franklin Institute Science Museum and Academy of Natural Sciences, many of which are within walking distance from BEST WESTERN Center City Hotel.
Each guest of the BEST WESTERN Center City Hotel will enjoy thoughtfully appointed guest rooms - each complete with cable satellite television and free high-speed Internet access - relaxing at the on-site restaurant and lively sports bar, taking a dip in the outdoor swimming pool and working out in the fitness center. Pets are also welcome at this pet-friendly Philadelphia hotel for a small fee.
Business guests of this Philadelphia, PA hotel will also enjoy on-site banquet and meeting facilities that can accommodate up to 75 people and a close proximity to local corporations, like GlaxoSmithKline, Johnson & Johnson, college sports teams and military bases.
Book your stay at the BEST WESTERN Center City Hotel and save today! Our friendly, attentive staff is waiting to welcome you and make your stay unforgettable.
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The BEST WESTERN Center City Hotel is nestled along the Museum District of center city Philadelphia. The hotel is within a three block radius (walking distance) to the Eastern State Penitentiary. Also within walking distance to the Philadelphia Museum of Art, Ben Franklin Institute, Academy of Natural Sciences and just next door to the Rodin Museum.
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The BEST WESTERN Center City Hotel is nestled along the Museum District of center city Philadelphia. The hotel is within a three block radius (walking distance) to the Eastern State Penitentiary. Also within walking distance to the Philadelphia Museum of Art, Ben Franklin Institute, Academy of Natural Sciences and just next door to the Rodin Museum.
Local Events Worth Considering:
May 2012
Variety of entertainment including children's rides, live alpacas, entertainers, food court, music artists on two stages. In Quakertown.
June 2012
On the first Friday through Sunday of June, a popular outdoor art show fills Rittenhouse Square. In Philadelphia.
One of the largest and most longstanding African-American street festivals in the nation. In Philadelphia.
Celebrate summer as a Swede at our annual Midsommarfest. In Philadelphia.
July 2012
Concert performance at the Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia.
Concert performance at the Electric Factory, in Philadelphia.
Concert performance at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia.
August 2012
At the Keswick Theatre in Glenside.
Music concert at the Wells Fargo Center, in Philadelphia.
At Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia.
September 2012
At the Wells Fargo Center in Phildelphia.
Nearby Attractions:
List All PA AttractionsFranklin Institute Science Museum
The Franklin Institute Science Museum inspires its visitors to learn about science and technology. Founded in 1824, this Philadelphia museum honors Benjamin Franklin and his many useful inventions. The Museum, along with the Fels Planetarium, opened ten years later becoming one of the first interactive science museums in America. The on-site Tuttleman IMAX Theater and Musser Theater have expanded the Museum's diversity and enriches the museum's overall visitor experience.
The variety of lectures, educational programs and internationally recognized exhibits appeal to scientists, children, teachers and citizens. Special events include programs in the observatory and outdoor movies. Rest comfortably while visiting Philadelphia, with Best Western hotels. Enjoy learning about technology and science in this exciting historical city.
Independence National Historical Park
Independence National Historical Park spans over 55 acres in historic downtown Philadelphia. Visit the park to learn about the establishment of the United States throughout the many historic sites. Must-see sites include the Liberty Bell Center, Independence Hall, Declaration House, Congress Hall, Old City Hall and President's House Site. President George Washington and President John Adams lived and worked from the house in the 1790s. The Second Bank of the United States was one of the world's most influential financial centers until 1832.
Enjoy a ranger-guided tour of Edgar Allan Poe's historic home at the Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site. View exhibits of his literary works and stroll through the reading room. The Benjamin Franklin National Memorial in the Franklin Institute, houses the twenty-foot statute of Ben Franklin and is the focal point in Memorial Hall. Best Western hotels offer several Philadelphia area locations, perfect for resting after a day of touring. Enjoy your time in this historical city.
Liberty Bell Center
Liberty Bell Center in downtown Philadelphia, is home to the famed cracked Liberty Bell. Visit the Liberty Bell Center all year-round to watch the video presentation about the bell and stroll through the exhibits to learn about its rich history. The 2,000 lb bell began to crack in 1846 after arriving in the Philadelphia area from London, England.
The was repaired once in 1846 and rang during a birthday party for George Washington, but was not rung again. The bell remains one of the most important symbols of liberty in the world. Schedule plenty of time to tour the Independence Visitors Center and Independence National Historical Park as well. There's plenty of history to discover. Stay close to the action as a guest of Best Western hotels, while in the "City of Brotherly Love".
National Constitution Center
National Constitution Center is located two blocks from Independence National Historic Park and the Liberty Bell Center, in historic downtown Philadelphia. Tour the only museum in America dedicated to the United States Constitution. Enjoy the "Freedom Rising" award-winning multimedia performance, before strolling by over 100 exhibits about the Constitution.
The The Story of We the People exhibit remains the main attraction in the center. View the photographs, artifacts and sculptures to learn about the details of the Constitution. Enjoy your time in the "most interactive history museum", while in Philadelphia. There's so much to see and learn about in "The Birthplace of America". After touring the area's many historical sites, check into one of several Best Western hotels to enjoy comfortable accommodations and guest services.
