When you've spent a bit of time at this West Philadelphia modern university, why not check out Liberty Bell Center, Independence Hall, and Wells Fargo Center? They're not very far from University of Pennsylvania and also popular with tourists.
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The bed sheets were nasty but otherwise it was great
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Reviews of University of Pennsylvania
4.3
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3/5 - Okay
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I didn't get to walk around the campus much. But definitely there needs to be more parking lots/garages at University. Difficult to find street parking
5/5 - Excellent
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Beautiful campus, bookstore will still open on Sunday night, sipped in to campus bar for a beer- great!
5/5 - Excellent
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VISIT Morris Arboretum of U of Penn- gorgeous.
5/5 - Excellent
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was in Philly for daughter's graduation from Med. School. Yaaay.
5/5 - Excellent
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Parking was plentiful and close to graduation ceremonies. $15 for day.
5/5 - Excellent
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Close by, could walk. We drove but parking is really expensive on campus.
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Institute of Contemporary Art
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Philadelphia Buddhist Association
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Arthur Ross Gallery
You can browse the exhibits at Arthur Ross Gallery, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Philadelphia. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
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Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
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Though Children's Hospital of Philadelphia might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Philadelphia while you are here.
Franklin Field
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Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
1628 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA
The Inn at Penn, A Hilton Hotel
3600 Sansom St, Philadelphia, PA
Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
31 S 19th St, Philadelphia, PA
The Study at University City
20 S 33rd Street, University City, Philadelphia, PA
Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel
3549 Chestnut St., Philadelphia, PA
The Windsor Suites
1700 Ben Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA
4211 Suites
4211 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA
Homewood Suites by Hilton University City
4109 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA
Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
1800 Market St, Philadelphia, PA
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