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Philadelphia Tours & Vacation Packages

Philadelphia tours and vacation packages center on the birthplace of America — the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and the cobblestone streets of the first U.S. capital. The City of Brotherly Love also works as an East Coast stop on wider routes through New York, Washington DC and Niagara Falls. Hotels, transport and a guide are included on most multi-day packages.

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2-Day Philadelphia, Washington DC Tour from New York/New Jersey
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New York & Jersey City
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1 to 14 days
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Top Philadelphia Tours

Multi-day tours featuring Philadelphia with Niagara Falls, Washington DC and Boston — hotels, transport and a guide included.

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What You'll See in Philadelphia

Most tours center on Independence National Historical Park, the cluster of colonial sites where the United States was founded. Independence Hall is where the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution were signed, and the Liberty Bell sits in its own pavilion just across the street.

Independence Hall, PA
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Independence Hall, PA
One of Philadelphia's most famous landmarks, Independence Hall in Independence National Historical Park is the location where both the Declaration of Independence and the United States Constitution were debated, written, and ratified by the Founding Fathers of the USA.
Independence National Historical Park, PA
Independence National Historical Park, PA
Liberty Bell, PA
Liberty Bell, PA

Philadelphia Travel Guide

How many days do you need in Philadelphia?

Half a day covers the essentials — Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell and the historic district around them. A full day adds the Philadelphia Museum of Art and a cheesesteak stop. Most tours give Philadelphia a single day or half-day as part of a wider East Coast route, pairing it with Washington DC or New York rather than a standalone trip.

What is Philadelphia known for?

Philadelphia was the first capital of the United States, and the country was founded here — the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution were both signed at Independence Hall. It is also known for the Liberty Bell, the Rocky steps at the Philadelphia Museum of Art, and the Philly cheesesteak.

What is there to see in Philadelphia's historic district?

The historic core is Independence National Historical Park, walkable in a morning. Independence Hall anchors it, with the Liberty Bell in a pavilion across the street and Congress Hall, the old city streets and Franklin's neighborhood nearby. Most guided tours cover this cluster on foot.

How do you get to Philadelphia from New York?

Philadelphia is about two hours from New York by road, the shortest hop of the East Coast cities. That makes it an easy day trip or first stop on a longer route, often paired with Washington DC just below it or Amish Country to the west. Coaches depart from New York and Jersey City.

Can you visit Amish Country from Philadelphia?

Yes. Lancaster's Amish Country is about an hour and a half west of Philadelphia, and tours often pair the two — the colonial history of the city with the farmland and traditional life of Lancaster County. These run as short as a single day, many starting from New York and taking in Philadelphia along the way.

Traveling to Philadelphia with parents or grandparents

Philadelphia suits multigenerational groups: the historic sites cluster in a compact, flat area, so there is little walking between Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell and the old city. Some cobblestone streets are uneven underfoot. On tours where activities are optional, older travelers can rest nearby while others go inside.

Eating on a Philadelphia tour

Vegetarian meals are available on multi-day tours that include Philadelphia. Restaurant stops are arranged by the guide, so note your dietary preference when you book rather than on the day. Jain and other stricter requirements should be raised before departure so the operator can plan stops accordingly.

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Philadelphia Tours - FAQ

  • How do you book a Philadelphia tour?

    Choose a tour, pick a date, and book online. Your confirmation gives the pickup point and time — these are set by the route rather than chosen at checkout. Prices are per person and change by season.

  • Do you need to book Independence Hall in advance?

    Independence Hall is entered by timed ticket, and in peak season these are limited. Guided tours that include an interior visit arrange this as part of the itinerary. If you visit on your own, reserve a timed ticket ahead rather than relying on same-day entry. The Liberty Bell next door is free and needs no ticket.

  • Are tours available in languages other than English?

    Guides on these tours speak English. Written itineraries and booking support are available in other languages — check the tour page for what each departure offers.

  • Can you do a day tour of Philadelphia?

    Yes. One-day tours cover the historic district — Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell and the old city — and some run down from New York, pairing Philadelphia with Amish Country or Washington DC on the same day.

What Travelers Say

Collin and Shawn both were extraordinary guides.only problem we faced was sitting in three seats van from Boston to Newyork.it didn’t have enough space for leg room.

—HASMUKHBHAI · 6-Day Classic East Coast Tour: New York, Philadelphia, Washington DC, Niagara Falls and Boston with Airport Transfers

Tour guides Shawn and Ricki were amazing. All the attractions were covered as planned. I have undergone multiple tours but accent was hard to follow at times but didn’t have problems this time at all. Food considerations were noted and they stopped at appropriate place. They were very knowledgeable and informative.

—Naresh · 5-Day New York, Philadelphia, Washington, Niagara Falls and Boston Tour from New York/New Jersey | Boston Drop-off Available

The five-day route covered Niagara Falls, Toronto, Philadelphia, and DC, which felt packed but efficient. I was glad the Maid of the Mist and the Thousand Islands cruise were already included, so I didn't have to worry about buying tickets separately.

—Himanshu · 5-Day American Triangle Tour from New York (Admissions Inclusive)

This is amazing Tour . We did 3 days with Shan and 1 day New York with Angie. This tour main focus in for Washington DC , Niagara and New York. Just pick up from Philadelphia and 1 hour there. Both tour guide are nice and friendly and knowledgeable. You don’t need to think about anything, you can be relax and enjoy your trip.

—L · 4-Day Niagara Falls, Philadelphia, Washington DC, New York Tour from Philadelphia

Before the tour, I received a text messages confirming the guests and instruction where to meet and get picked up. Which is needed for the first time customer joining the group tour. Our tour guide Jason is very exceptional. He is knowledgeable, very patients and took care of the whole group during the tour. The driver of the bus forgot his name is also helpful to the group. Jason had provided me and my friend Uber ride since he cannot drop us off to our last stop. The tour itself is a dream come true specially the Niagara Falls experience. 6 days trip is must go tour. (Tour date experience October 3-8, 2026)

—Josephine · 6-Day Classic East Coast Tour: New York, Philadelphia, Washington DC, Niagara Falls and Boston | Boston Drop-off Available

I took the London-style open-top double-decker and the views were great. The 90-minute loop covers a lot, and with 27 stops and hop-on-hop-off all day, I got off for a cheesesteak and caught the next bus easily.

—Juliet · Philadelphia Double Decker Tour

I travelled along with my family for the 2N3D trip. Judy Zhang was our tour guide. She managed the tour quite well with good time management, ensuring the tickets for each sightseeing attraction was kept ready to save time & enough time was provided to the group at each attraction. We had short breaks after every 2.5 - 3 hours of travel. The hotel room accomodation were of good quality closer to the super markets/food courts. We were able to cover multiple places within 3 days and we thoroughly enjoyed the tour. I would reccommend this tour to my friends. One area of improvement - to improve the leg space between the seats on the bus, considering the long travel distance between the cities.

—Sudhir · 3-Day Niagara Falls, Washington DC, Philadelphia Tour from New York/New Jersey

I had a 4 day trip to Washington DC, Niagara and Boston. Our tour guide Angie is very nice and patient with us. She managed and organized the tour very well. It was an amazing experience overall. I definitely recommend this tour to others. Probably we would have spent some more time in Philadelphia and Boston.

—Sireesha · 4-Day Niagara Falls, Philadelphia, Washington DC, Boston Tour from New York

Overall the tour was a wonderful experience, very well organised and truly enjoyable! Everything went smoothly and I really enjoyed exploring the different places. A special thanks to our tour guide Mr. Alan, who was incredibly kind,helpful, friendly, and professional throughout the trip. He made sure everyone felt comfortable and helped make the whole experience even more memorable. It was a pleasure to have him as our guide. Thank youAlan, for your excellent service and for making this tour so special! I would definitely love to join another tour with you as our guide in the future. Highly recommended! 😊👏

—Sreejith · 7-Day East Coast Family Tour: New York, Philadelphia, Washington DC, Niagara Falls and Boston | Boston Drop-off Available

It was meticulously planned, we visited all the places but the we need to make sure we are on time else the driver and guide gets upset. They club with many others. We had a 5 day package, few had 3 and others 4, so it was like everyday you meet someone new and based on people the vehicle also gets changed. Hotels were all decent, they stopped at plaza's where there are multiple options to eat. Amount was as shown, nothing extra. I would recommend but request to make sure to keep up the time, and would be great if the vehicles are more better.

—Kaushik · 5-Day New York, Philadelphia, Washington, Niagara Falls and Boston Tour from New York/New Jersey
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