Book a holiday rental for your Philadelphia County getaway
Learn about the unique charm of Philadelphia County with a stay in a holiday home rental. This city has something for everyone. Take in top local attractions such as Pennsylvania Convention Center and Citizens Bank Park. If you're looking for accommodation options with space to entertain friends and family, HomeAway has plenty of options to choose from. Many rental homes offer full kitchens and laundry facilities, perfect for big groups.
Activities and attractions in Philadelphia County
Do you want to discover top things to see and do while you're in town? Venture out of your cosy holiday rental and check out everything that makes Philadelphia County a fun spot to go on holiday. Here are some of the most popular attractions to explore, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Sesame Place (22.2 mi / 35.8 km)
- RiverLink Ferry (1.2 mi / 2 km)
- Adventure Aquarium (1.9 mi / 3 km)
- Philadelphia Zoo (2.1 mi / 3.4 km)
- South Philadelphia Sports Complex (3.3 mi / 5.4 km)
- Coco Key Water Resort (10.7 mi / 17.2 km)
Exploring the natural features in Philadelphia County
Whether you're looking for exciting outdoor activities or just want to take in the scenery, Philadelphia County is a great spot to appreciate mother nature. Here are a few of the area's most stunning sights, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Washington Square Park (0.7 mi / 1.1 km)
- Schuylkill River Trail (0.9 mi / 1.5 km)
- Fairmount Water Works Interpretive Center (1.4 mi / 2.3 km)
- Delaware River (1.6 mi / 2.5 km)
- Bartram's Garden (3 mi / 4.8 km)
- Fairmount Park (3.2 mi / 5.2 km)
Transport options to and around Philadelphia County
The nearest airport is in Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), located 6.6 mi (10.7 km) from the city centre. If you can't find a flight that's convenient for your trip, you could also fly into Philadelphia, PA (PNE-Northeast Philadelphia), which is 11.7 mi (18.9 km) away.
If you prefer to travel by train, Philadelphia, PA (ZFV-30th Street Rail Station), 30th St Station and Philadelphia University City Station are the main stations in the city. You can see more of Philadelphia County by jumping on the metro at City Hall Station, 15th St. Tram Stop or 13th St. Station.