Top Philadelphia Attractions & Museums

Beat the rush with pre-booked admission tickets to the Penn Museum and enjoy guaranteed entry into the largest university museum in the United States. Spend as long or as little as you'd like visiting the collections during a self-paced, do-it-yourself tour, including findings from archaeological excavations in Africa, Asia, and the Americas.

Step into the captivating realm of illusions, where reality is never exactly as it appears. Museum of Illusions is a one-of-a-kind, visual, sensory, and educational experience designed to engage your sense of wonder and challenge perceptions through the science behind optical illusions. We offer over 50 immersive, hands-on exhibits to explore. Our illusion rooms, installations and holograms let you defy gravity, grow and shrink your body, walk into a life-size kaleidoscope, and play tricks on your senses at every turn. It’s a mind-bending journey that deceives the senses and reveals how the brain interprets reality.

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. Pass is valid for 30 days after the first use.

Choose from one, two, three, or five 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.

Celebrate the maritime history of Philadelphia and major urban ports along the Delaware River at the Independence Seaport Museum. Located at the Penn's Landing complex in Philadelphia, the museum houses Cruiser *Olympia*, Admiral Dewey's flagship at the Battle of Manila Bay, plus Submarine *Becuna*, and much more.

Sesame Place® is the only theme park where Sesame Street comes to life. Located 30 minutes north of Philadelphia and 90 minutes south of New York City, Sesame Place has a variety of rides, slides, shows, parades and events that the whole family will love! Join the fun - visit Sesame Place today!

Sloomoo MiniMoo in King of Prussia Mall invites visitors into a colorful world where creativity and sensory delight reign. Stretch, squeeze, and squish through various slime textures, each more inviting than the last. At the DIY Bar, customize your unique slime creation from a staggering selection of textures, scents, and colors, ensuring a distinct experience for everyone. Explore immersive slimescapes and connect with friends and family in a playful atmosphere designed for all ages. This hands-on activity promises not only fun but also a chance to unleash your inner artist in a truly interactive environment. Style Studio Ticket includes slime play, designing your dream slime at the iconic Sloomoo DIY Bar, and creating a customized charm necklace or backpack bungee with three charms that match your vibe. Slime your way to Sloomoo for the ultimate #satisfying experience!

Plan a fun and creative day out for the whole family when you spend a day at LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Philadelphia. Book your tickets in advance for a seamless visiting experience, arrive at a time that works best for you, and explore the exhibitions independently. Kids can build their own LEGO® creations, enjoy rides and a 4D movie theater, view miniature Philadelphia attractions in Miniland, and much more.