6 Reasons to Extend Your Stay in Philadelphia
Date
July 16, 2024
In recent years, blended travel has become a popular trend among meeting attendees. Travelers are now extending their stays beyond their work obligations to explore destinations and engage in special excursions.
Philadelphia, a city that seamlessly blends history, culture, and culinary artistry, offers an ideal destination for extended stays. Here are six reasons why you should extend your business stay in Philadelphia.
Philadelphia hotels have amenities to work remotely…
It’s a lot easier to pitch an extended stay if you have the capabilities for remote work. Many of Philadelphia’s premier business hotels offer free Wi-Fi, business centers, and conference rooms to host meetings. For longer stays, hotels such as the Element Philadelphia Downtown and the Residence Inn Philadelphia Center City offer extended stay suites complete with fully equipped kitchens and separate living and work areas.
These hotels offer an array of great hotel packages and deals to incentivize business travelers to extend their trip. Before finalizing your travel itinerary, reach out to your conference’s host hotel to see what extend stay packages they offer meeting attendees.
…Or become oases to unwind.
If you’re going totally offline, Philadelphia’s hotels also have plenty of amenities to relax and recharge. Area hotels offer gyms and fitness centers with state-of-the-art equipment, so you’ll never miss a workout away. The hotels are also home to rejuvenating spas, including The Spa at Four Seasons Philadelphia at Comcast Center and The Rittenhouse Spa & Club at The Rittenhouse Hotel, both honored as Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star Spas.
The 57th floor infinity pool at the Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia at Comcast Center is one of the stunning amenities available to guests of the hotel. Photo courtesy of Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia at Comcast Center.
Philadelphia is a pedestrian’s paradise.
There’s no need to rent a car while you’re in Philadelphia. Philadelphia has consistently been voted the most walkable city in America by USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. The city is so walkable, in fact, that the Pennsylvania Convention Center was ranked #1 for convention center walkability from The Wall Street Journal. Many of Philadelphia’s iconic attractions, from the Liberty Bell to the Rocky Steps are within a short walk of the Convention Center District’s hotels.
Explore the layers of Philadelphia’s cuisine.
You need extra days in Philadelphia just to scratch the surface of the city’s chef-driven culinary scene. How else can you fit the Japanese speakeasy Double Knot, the fine dining tasting menu at Friday Saturday Sunday, and the Israeli winner of the best restaurant in the country, Zahav, into one stay? Outside of the Convention Center District, you’ll find neighborhood staples, from swinging jazz at South in the Fairmount neighborhood to the reliably rustic Heritage in Fishtown.
A little goes a long way in Philadelphia.
For those looking to travel on a budget, Philadelphia is considered one of the most affordable big cities. According to Lonely Planet, the average daily cost of a visit to Philadelphia, including three meals a day and activities, is as low as $75. Additionally, visitors can take advantage of Philadelphia’s tax-free shopping on clothing and shoes, making their trip even more budget-friendly.
Experience Philadelphia’s unique attractions.
Philadelphia is known for its iconic attractions like the Liberty Bell and Rocky Statue, but there’s so much more to experience. Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens is an immersive mosaicked art labyrinth meticulously crafted by artist Isaiah Zagar. Eastern State Penitentiary is a former prison-turned-historic site known for its eerie architecture and infamous former inmates, such as Al Capone.
And it wouldn’t be a trip to Philadelphia without catching a game. See the Philadelphia Eagles, Phillies, Sixers, or Flyers play at the South Philadelphia Sports Complex. Can’t get a ticket? Watch the game with local diehards at one of Philadelphia’s electric sports bars.
Magic Gardens
There’s no shortage of activities and experiences to fill your Philadelphia extended-stay itinerary. Visit our Discover page to learn more about Philadelphia’s renowned museums, expansive parks, and vibrant neighborhoods.
