Overview
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Situated directly on the University of Pennsylvania's campus, the Penn Museum is the largest University Museum in the United States! With over 1 million objects in the collection that span 10,000 years of human history, you can travel the world under one roof!
Please note: our Egyptian Gallery is closed for renovations.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Penn Museum
Open to all, the Penn Museum is home to remarkable objects and powerful stories that emerge from its excavations and research across the world. Connect with the cultures of Africa, Asia, the Americas, and the Mediterranean, from the very first cities of the Middle East to the pharaohs of ancient Egypt; from early Mexico to the lives of Native American communities today. Experience the richness of the ancient past, gain an understanding of our shared humanity, and find your own place in the arc of human history.
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Penn Museum Admission Ticket
What‘s Included
All Fees and Taxes
Meeting points
Penn Museum
3260 South St Philadelphia United States
End points
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
44 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Perfect time commitment
christinerU451UP,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The museum has many interesting exhibits on display, my favorite was the Ancient Egypt exhibit from excavation to conservation, to storage and research. I wish the Egypt Galleries were not closed for renovation. Overall a great day, we walked through the University of Pennsylvania and had a great brunch and cocktails at LouieLouie on Walnut Street.
Taking a Step In Time
jennifera399,Jan 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Place was worthwhile with a variety of history topics on display,. As we spent around 3 hours in total to see everything. Only downside is there is no discount on using the parking garage next to the museum so you will pay 2 separate prices.
Delayed opening due to weather
ErichE208,Dec 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00Delayed opening due to snow derailed my family’s plans for Saturday morning, and I’m seeking a raincheck for the following Saturday for tickets I bought online
Pay for parking. College...
Valerie D,Nov 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00Pay for parking. College area very busy sidewalks and streets. As always museums are doing changes watch for this in case something your interested in is being redone.
Underrated and a hidden gem with great collection of Mesopotamia, Roman, and Greek Civilizations!
Geminican,Sep 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I did not take any tours, did a self guided tour of the entire museum. This Penn Museum is a mini–British Museum and one of the closest to the British Museum in terms of themes and collections. While smaller scale in but it has notable collections that other museums do not have. What sets this museum apart from other museums is its large collection from the archaeological excavation of City of Ur, as well as other ancient cities in the ancient Mesopotamia region. Artifacts from these ancient cities are rare due to its time (at least 5000 years old), not to mention having a sizeable collection, but Penn Museum is one of rare museums that's got a good collection on them. If you are into Biblical archaeology, this is also very meaningful. For most visitors, 3 hours or so to walk through the museum quickly is enough. But if you intend to good at everything more thoroughly and closely, you need a good 6 to 8 hours, one full day. In addition to the Mesopotamia, Penn Museum also has got a good collection on Romans, Etruscan, and Greek Civilizations. There are smaller sections on Central and South America, Africa, Southeast Asia, and Far East Asia. This is under-rated and overshadowed by Independence Hall, Independence Mall, and related American-centric attractions, which is hard not to as Philadelphia is American's birthplace. However, this is just as precious as it houses precious discoveries about human history. It sits on the UPenn Campus. The admissions fee is reasonable. They also have a cafeteria on site. There is a library also for further reading and research.
Great museum covering various ancient cultures
MWG12,Aug 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent museum with a varied collection. The Ancient Egyptian collection is a highlight but there are many other great attractions, such as the items pertaining to the Ancient Near East. It fills a spot not covered by the Philadelphia Art Museum.
Check this out
dianeu116,Aug 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing collection. Spent morning wandering through galleries. Summer vacation for students so had entire museum to explore ourselves.
Enjoying my Experience at The Penn Museum
Elizabeth M,Jul 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The most important thing about this Museum was there was so much information and Culture it made me feel so excited there !!
Awesome Place for History Lovers
Kristin Q,Jun 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Wife and kids brought me in for a Father’s Day gift. Never been here before despite a masters in history and growing up 6 miles away. Awesome museum. Lots to see and learn about ancient civilizations. Unfortunately, Egypt was being renovated. Would have been neat to see more about Northern Europe, sub-Saharan Africa and India. But overall, an awesome place to check out for history lovers.
I’ll try again
Scenic62027077126,May 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00This museum is physically beautiful, but not user-friendly. Visiting for the first time on a Tuesday. No tours are available until the weekend. I missed the Daily Dig by 15 minutes. Bloomberg Connects is helpful. Egyptian gallery is closed. No clear understanding of how things are laid out and no map offered at check in. I’m sure with someone to interpret the museum or a guided tour it would be great. This might be a fantastic collection but how would anyone know? All visual signs are small and the interactive element is low-key. Frustrating. I’ll come back. Graduate student input in museum studies would be welcome in reinterpreting this collection.
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