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At the time of its construction in 1829, Eastern State Penitentiary was the most expensive public structure ever built, housing notorious criminals such as gangster boss Al Capone and bank robber Willie Sutton. No longer a functioning prison, the structure is now open to the public as a National Historic Landmark.
2027 Fairmount Ave, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19130
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Philadelphia Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour
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Explore the best that Philadelphia has to offer on this hop-on hop-off tour of the city. Visit Philadelphia’s top attractions—like the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall—on a full loop. Select from a 1-, 2-, or 3-day pass. Board at any of the stops and get to know the city in custom fashion, with live commentary. A route map and courtesy shuttle from Center City hotels are included.
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BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
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See Philadelphia’s historic landmarks and sites while sipping your own beer or wine and hearing little-known facts from a guide. This sightseeing tour by trolley takes the stress off finding a designated driver for exploring as you see tops sights such City Hall, Love Park, Boathouse Row, the Liberty Bell, Betsy Ross’ House, and the Declaration House. Drinks are BYOB.
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Hop On Hop Off Double Decker Bus Tour of Philadelphia
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Philadelphia has it all, from major historical sites to art museums and pop culture landmarks. Optimize your sightseeing experience with a hop-on hop-off bus tour that lets you see all of the City of Brotherly Love’s most famous attractions while getting off to explore on foot as much as you wish.
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Go City: Philadelphia Explorer Pass - Choose 3, 4, 5 or 7 Attractions
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See some of Philadelphia's top attractions at a discount with The Philadelphia Pass. Select your choice of three, four, five, or seven activities from a list of options and get direct entrance after you save your pass on your mobile device. Use your pass for touring options such as the Hop-On Hop-Off Big Bus Philadelphia Tour, or for entrance tickets to venues such as the African American Museum or Betsy Ross House. Passes are valid for one year from purchase date and you have 60 consecutive days from first use.
Please note: Enjoy the extra flexibility in case your travel plans need to change: All passes are valid for two year from purchase date and only become activated with your first attraction visit. After activation your pass will be valid for 60 days and/or the remaining number of attraction choices purchased.
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Philadelphia Museums Tourist Scavenger Hunt
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Are you visiting Philadelphia? You must try our scavenger hunt through the Philadelphia Museum district to see all the sights! It will take you from City Hall to the Philadelphia Museum of Art all while taking a few side trips and proposing challenges at every leg. All the while, you will learn some local history and get valuable local tips.
This 3-hour self-guided walking tour is completed with your smartphone. You can start it at your leisure, on any day or time. You can also go as fast or as slow as you wish. Pause at any time and resume when ready.
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Hop-on Hop-off and Philly By Night Tour Combo
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Explore the best that Philadelphia has to offer on this hop-on hop-off tour of the city. Visit 27 of Philadelphia’s top attractions — like the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall — on a 1.5-hour loop. Select from a 1- or 2-day pass, then board at any of the 27 stops and get to know the city in custom fashion, with live on-board commentary. After dinner (own expense), enjoy the city as it’s illuminated for the evening on a ‘Philly by Night Tour.’ Pickup and drop-off from select hotels included.
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Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
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Choose from 1, 2, 3, or 5 days of unlimited sightseeing with the Philadelphia Pass, and cover top attractions like the Eastern State Penitentiary with a single package ticket. The pass is easily downloaded to your mobile device, so you can ditch the complicated vouchers. Explore the city of brotherly love at your own leisure—ideal for tourists and residents alike.
Please note: Enjoy the extra flexibility in case your travel plans need to change: All passes are valid for two year from purchase date and only become activated with your first attraction visit. After activation your pass will be valid for the number of days purchased.
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Half Day Private Philadelphia Driving Tour
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Enjoy a personal and private introduction to the City of Brotherly Love on this half-day sightseeing tour around Philadelphia. Choose from a 4- or 6-hour tour around the City of Brotherly Love, then climb aboard a comfortable minivan and explore the highlights of the city. Visit all the must-see spots, like Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell Exhibit, the South 9th Street Italian Market, Philadelphia City Hall, Love Park, the Rocky steps at the entrance to the Philadelphia Museum of Art and much more. Local hotel pickup and drop-off included.
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Ghosts of Philadelphia: Haunted Exploration Game
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Discover Philadelphia’s most chilling legends and frightful accounts by following clues and solving puzzles on your phone. As you solve challenges, the story unfolds and exact directions on your phone will guide you to the next location.
So, are you up for an exciting city game?
Highlights include:
- Find Edgar Allen Poe’s house, the Former Spring Garden Station, the Former Church of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary and many other lesser-known places.
- Enjoy a uniquely crafted story brought to you by our gifted team of writers.
- Learn more about the fascinating legend of Byberry Mental Hospital.
- Try a new type of experience, the perfect mix between a tour, an outdoor escape game and a treasure hunt.
After your booking, you will receive an email with instructions on how to download and play the game on your phone. We recommend that each user purchases a ticket for an optimal experience, although several people can share a phone.
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Double Decker Hop-On Hop-Off City Sightseeing Philadelphia (1, 2, or 3-Day)
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Explore the best that Philadelphia has to offer on this hop-on hop-off tour of the city. Visit 27 of Philadelphia’s top attractions — like the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and the United States Mint — on a 90-minute loop in an open-top, double-decker bus. Select a single or multi-day pass, then board at any of the 27 stops and get to know the city in custom fashion, with live onboard narration. Learn about the history and heritage of one of America's oldest cities.
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Philadelphia Self-Guided Audio Tour
Short and highly selective information in the audio commentary for tourist attractions in around Philadelphia.
Highlights of this Self-Guided Audio Tour
• It allows you to go as per your own convenience of time, pace and locations; skip the content that doesn't interest you and listen longer with content that does interest you.
• Not necessary to download any location tracking apps, Audio guide can be listen it on online (or) offline.
•Available in multiple languages, you can choose the one which you’re more comfortable with.
• It is one of the best option with lowest price when compared to hiring a tour guide.
•If you have any questions about any attractions, No worries we will answer in your language instantly by message.
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City Sightseeing Philadelphia (Night Tour) on Double Decker Bus
With its shimmering skyline, Philadelphia is a magical sight after dark. For some of the best views possible, swap the car for the heights of an open-top double-decker bus. As you travel past such landmarks as the Philadelphia Museum of Art, the Comcast Center, Independence Hall and the Kimmel Center, your guide will fill you in on all the important history.
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City Sightseeing Philadelphia Double Decker Hop-On Hop-Off (24, 48, 72 Hours)
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Explore Philadelphia at your own pace with this convenient hop-on hop-off bus tour of the city. From the comfort of a London-style double-decker bus, you’ll cover Philly’s greatest landmarks and attractions, including the Liberty Bell, Reading Terminal Market, and the famous “Rocky Steps” of the Philadelphia Museum of Art. All along the way, your tour guide will offer live commentary to enrich the experience.
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"Bad Things Happen In Philadelphia" True Crime Evening Trolley Tour
Our guide will take you through the history and sites of true crime in Philly on this BYOB, 21+ trolley tour.
Along with entertaining and chilling stories of Philadelphia's sordid history, guests will experience live musical performances on the trolley from some of the most talented artists in the city.
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