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By choosing a hostel you can reduce your spending on lodging and use more of your trip funds for exploring during your trip. You can check out cultural highlights like the museums in this destination, or enjoy the sporting events and other activities.

No two hostels look identical, but these dorm-style accommodations all offer shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms), budget-friendly prices, and a social environment.

While you’re choosing a place to stay, take a look at this top hostel in Philadelphia: Apple Hostels - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of 2nd St. Station. Property features include free WiFi, a nightclub, and a shared/communal kitchen. You’ll find towels, free toiletries, and lockers in all rooms.

The weather is important when you want to venture out and explore, so here’s some information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 74°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 38°F. Average annual precipitation for Philadelphia is 47 inches.

Overall, Philadelphia is known for its museums, art, and historical sites. Top attractions include Rittenhouse Square and Lincoln Financial Field. Get out into nature with places like Love Park, Washington Square Park, and Schuylkill River Trail. Cultural attractions include Academy of Music, Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, and Franklin Institute Science Museum.

Keep this information about transit options in and around Philadelphia in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL), 6.5 mi (10.5 km) away. An alternative is Philadelphia, PA (PNE-Northeast Philadelphia), which is 11.8 mi (19 km) away. When you’re out and about, you may want to make use of public transit. You can access metro transit at City Hall Station, 15th St. Tram Stop, and Suburban Station. To explore more of the surrounding area, catch a train at Philadelphia, PA (ZFV-30th Street Rail Station), 30th St Station, or Philadelphia University City Station.