Double Decker Hop-On Hop-Off City Sightseeing Philadelphia (1, 2, or 3-Day)
Philadelphia, USA
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- 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Enjoy an easy and flexible way to explore Philadelphia on this hop-on hop-off bus tour. Choose between three pass durations to fit your schedule, and hop aboard where and when you wish. Look forward to spotting a range of top attractions, from the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall to the United States Mint. Along the way, learn insider facts and stories from the multilingual audio guides.
- Choose from three pass durations to fit your sightseeing schedule
- Check off Philadelphia's top sights in a single route
- Benefit from the provided audio guides, available in five languages
- Have the freedom to hop off whenever and wherever you prefer
What's Included
- 1, 2, or 3-Day Philadelphia Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour
- Transportation aboard London-style Double Decker Bus
- Pass by 100+ Philadelphia Attractions including Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, and the US Mint
- Professional Local Guides offer Live Commentary throughout a 1.5-Hour loop to 26 stops
- Multi-Lingual Audio Guides Available in English, French, German, Spanish, and Mandarin
- Travel from Center City & Old City to view the famous Rocky Steps, and Penns Landing
- Attraction Admission Tickets Not Included
Meeting and Pickup
Operating hours
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Departure Point
- You may start this tour at any of the stops listed.
Itinerary
Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour
18 Stops
45 Points of Interest
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Operating Schedule: Beginning at the Bourse Building right across from Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell, plug into our multi-lingual headphone audio to discover the origins of America, since Philadelphia is where America’s Founding Fathers first declared independence from England, and then ratified the US Constitution and Bill of Rights to start the new nation. Along the way, enjoy stunning views of such historic landmarks including the Christ Church Burial Grounds, Elfreth’s Alley, the Betsy Ross House, and Independence Hall, to name just a few. As you head west, see the Friendship Gate in Chinatown, be amazed by the architecture of Philadelphia’s City Hall, and be sure to explore the various museums along Benjamin Franklin Parkway, including the Barnes Foundation – known as the world’s largest collection of post-impressionistic art in the world. As you continue your journey, marvel at Philadelphia’s growing skyline and get a bird’s-eye view from atop the One Liberty Observation Deck. Your loop finishes up after touring through the charming neighborhood of Society Hill and a drive along the banks of the Delaware River.
1
111 S Independence Mall E
2
Betsy Ross House
3
National Constitution Center
4
Chinatown
5
Reading Terminal Market
6
JFK Plaza (Love Park)
7
Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul
8
Rodin Museum
9
Philadelphia Museum of Art
10
Eastern State Penitentiary
11
Please Touch Museum
12
Zoological Drive
13
The Franklin Institute
14
The Mütter Museum of The College of Physicians of Philadelphia
15
One Liberty Observation Deck
16
Avenue Of The Arts
17
Penn's Landing
18
Liberty Bell
Points of interest passed by on this route
Liberty Bell Center
Reading Terminal Market
Independence Hall
Christ Church
Rodin Museum
City Hall Visitor Center
Independence Visitor Center
Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University
Independence Seaport Museum
Mutter Museum
Please Touch Museum
South Street
Elfreth's Alley
Rittenhouse Square
Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History
The African American Museum in Philadelphia
United States Mint
Philadelphia Museum of Art
Headhouse Square
Antique Row
Penn's Landing
Philadelphia Zoo
Pennsylvania Hospital - Historic Tours
Pennsylvania Convention Center
Betsy Ross House
Fireman's Hall
Independence National Historical Park
Christ Church Burial Ground
Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts
Rocky Statue
National Constitution Center
Love Park
Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul
Hard Rock Cafe
Logan Circle
Arden Theatre Company
The Franklin Institute
Shops at Liberty Place
City Sightseeing Philadelphia
The Philadelphia Korean War Memorial
Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia
Barnes
China Town
Spruce Street Harbor Park
Dilworth Park
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- Tickets are valid based on calendar dates and are available for 1, 2, or 3-Day options.
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Frequently Asked Question (1)
Q:What are the hours of operation?
A:Typically, the first bus leaves at 9:30 AM, and the last bus leaves at 5:00 PM every 20 minutes depending on traffic. These hours are subject to change.
May 2023
The answers provided are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
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Brian_L, Sep 2026
This tour is a great way to see the historic sites and many other places in Philadelphia. I saw other reviews where people had to wait a long time for the next bus and the staff didn’t explain stuff to them. I didn’t have a single problem. I waited about 15 minutes for the next bus if I got off at a stop. Absolutely great tour!!
Linda_D, Sep 2026
Great overview of the city with a very engaging and knowledgeable guide. We felt we got to know the layout of the city better and were able to get around to different sites on our own after the tour.
James_R, Sep 2026
Very informative hosts on these rides. Convenient to be able to hop on and off at many great attractions around the city. Great way to see a lot of cool things in a short amount of time.
James_C, Sep 2026
Fun way to see all the main attractions in Philadelphia. Bus guide very informative of all the main site attractions!
Mike_S, Sep 2026
Fun and informative. All of the main sights were close walking to the stops and the team was so friendly.
David_B, Sep 2026
Knowledgable guide on board with excellent English. It was a very hot day so an awning would have been of great benefit.
Alissa_B, Sep 2026
⭐️⭐️ Very Disappointing Experience
My cousins were visiting from Italy, and with only one afternoon in Philadelphia, I thought the double-decker bus would be a great way to see the major sights with our young children. We were specifically told buses would arrive at the major stops every 30 minutes.
We got off at the Rocky Steps for about 15–20 minutes and then waited for the next bus. We ended up waiting nearly 90 minutes in the heat with several young, cranky kids. After about 40 minutes, I called and was told a bus would arrive in two minutes—it never came. When I called again, I was told we “should have gotten on the trolley,” even though no one had ever explained that a trolley was part of the service we purchased or that we should be looking for one instead of the advertised double-decker buses.
The entire point of booking this tour was to make sightseeing easier with children and limited time. Instead, we wasted a significant portion of our only afternoon in Philadelphia standing at a bus stop. Extremely poor communication and an incredibly frustrating experience.
Eleanor_T, Sep 2026
It was fantastic to get the layout of the city and the guides were great. I highly recommend it. The top deck offers a great view
MohamadNoor_b, Sep 2026
I personlly feel its a worth while experience especially with 1st timer traveller. I have been walking to some part of the places of interest and it is so tiring and time consuming. So my daughter suggested why not opt for this bus. Such a wise decision and I love to be on this bus with so much flexibility either to hop off or stay in the bus for the 26 places. Would recommend to others
Kristen_F, Aug 2026
Despite a road race cutting out some of the tour route, our guide, Harris, and driver made the tour feel complete. Harris provided a lot of historical insight and fun anecdotes. Flexible and fun way to see the city!
Paul_L, Aug 2026
Great tour and knowledgeable guides!!
Site needs to identify where to start tour if tickets bought on-line. You can not go to any stop. Must start at start 1 and/or 6
Teresa_L, Aug 2026
Crew very knowledgeable regarding architecture and history of the city. Sitting up on 2nd level gave the best views for pictures.
Regina_P, Aug 2026
We got on at the best time at 10:00 so it wasn't too crowded and the temperature was just right.
We had to wait 20 minutes for the bus to come back at one of the stops. Find out what other bus you can ride before you get off.
Alice_B, Aug 2026
Best way to see the historical sites of Philadelphia when time is limited. The bus is easy to use and makes traveling through the city easy.
Warren_W, Aug 2026
On a 1 day pass, you need to start early. There are 2 double decker bus companies, but you can ride either. The guide is key. We could not understand ours. Talked to fast and did not speak distinctly. By the end of the day she was worn out.
Lloyd_Y, Aug 2026
Construction around stop 21 preventing boarding. Shauna and Melanie were awesome they picked us up to help
Joanie_B, Aug 2026
This tour showed many different sights of Philadelphia which we went back to throughout the day. It’s a great way to see the city
Debbie_M, Aug 2026
Very fun, very informative, made it very easy to see everything. Also stops were easy to spot and staff was very helpful.
Makel_T, Aug 2026
1 day, all day pass was very convenient. All the drivers and guides that I encountered were so helpful and knowledgeable.
JoAnnV, Aug 2026
Go early in the day it is cooler and less congested. Our driver was great and our guide was delightful.
Nicole_S, Aug 2026
was a great way to see many of the city’s highlights in a short amount of time. It gave us a wonderful overview of Philadelphia and made it easy to decide which areas we wanted to explore further.
One suggestion would be to incorporate a little more humor or comedy into the commentary along the way. I think that would make the experience even more entertaining and memorable.
I also wanted to mention an interaction that left me a little uncomfortable. As I was getting off the bus, one of the workers approached me about tipping and yelled, “Hey lady” to get my attention. His tone came across as rude and made me feel pressured about tipping. I completely understand that tips are appreciated, but I think there is a more professional and respectful way to communicate that to guests.
David_R, Aug 2026
Excellent tour. Very convenient to hop off and on. We thoroughly enjoyed the tour and tour guide was very knowledgable.
Therese_L, Aug 2026
Great way to get to know the main parts of the city and an excellent way to see the sights Philadelphia is known for.
Catherine_S, Aug 2026
My family and I make a point of taking a Hop On Hop Off bus tour in every new city we travel to. This was our first time in Philadelphia and I hopped on the bus. It was a beautiful day to see the city and William was an excellent tour guide. He was personable, knowledgeable and happy to engage with me in all the questions I asked. Worth every penny!
Cynthia_M, Aug 2026
Ask if i get off how and where do i get back on. I wanted to get off at museum but wasnt sure id get another bus
Geigy_B, Aug 2026
Booked 2 day experience. first day we used it to go the whole route and get acquainted with the city. Second day we went back to 3 places. The wait for the next bus was too long. We waited over a half hr. before the next bus came. Also, we found out later we could have used the other bus company which we were never told about since that bus came more frequently. Since it’s advertised as hop on and hop off, the frequency should be a bus that comes every 15-20 mins. We ended up using uber more and with three people, it was more convenient to use uber. Did not feel like I got my money’s worth for a two day pass.
Cathy_D, Aug 2026
Great way to see all of the main attractions!
No fighting traffic or parking. Great experience! Do this in every major city.
david_u, Aug 2026
Easy hop on/off at multiple locations
Knowledgeable guide
Hits all the major sites - great way to see the city.
A_J, Aug 2026
This was such a great experience. It was fun to see the history and all of the beautiful areas of “Philly”! The crew putting it all together were so friendly and real cool. I even got lost and they had a person come help pick us up to take us to the stop we needed. Amazing crew, trip, and Philly experience. Thanks all!
Alexandra_V, Aug 2026
It was a great experience, tour guide was Jeanine (sp.?) and driver was Anthony, both were excellent. Traveling with two kids, one 6 and one 16, both enjoyed as did the parents. Highly recommend!
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