Philadelphia Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour
Overview
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1 hour 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Explore Philadelphia on this hop-on hop-off tour! See the top Philadelphia attractions including the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and the Betsy Ross House while touring the city in a fun, fast and scenic way. Enjoy a ride on an open-top, double-decker bus, with our Hop on Hop off tour during your stay in Philadelphia.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Schedules may differ slightly during peak and off-peak times
Please advise at time of booking if wheelchair assistance is required
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Duration:1 hour 30 minutes
Operating Schedule:Departures - Operating Daily with a 30 minute frequency on weekends and every 30-60 minutes on weekdays, departures from Stop 1 on SW Corner of 6th & Market between 09.30am - 4.00pm. PLEASE NOTE you must redeem your ticket at Stop 1 Before you can board the tour. Up to 25 Stop on route.
Stop 1 - Independence Visitor Center (SW Corner of 6th and Market Street)
Stop 2 - Betsy Ross House/Philly Tour Hub
Stop 3 - United States Mint/Ben Franklin's Grave
Stop 4 - National Constitution Center
Stop 6 - Reading Terminal Market/Convention Center Marriott/Macy's
Stop 7 - City Hall/Love Park
Stop 8 - Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul/Sister Cities
Stop 9 - Barnes Foundation
Stop 10 - Rodin Museum
Stop 11 - Eastern State Penitentiary
Stop 12 - Perelman Building of Philadelphia Art Museum
Stop 15 - "Rocky Steps"
Stop 17 - The Franklin Institute/Logan Circle
Stop 18 - Shops at Liberty Place
Stop 19 - The Bellevue/Rittenhouse Square
Stop 21 - Pine Street
Stop 22 - South Street/Head House Square
Stop 23 - Vietnam Veterans Memorial
Stop 24 - Hilton Philadelphia at Penn's Landing/Columbus Boulevard
Stop 25 - Penn's Landing/Waterfront
Stop 27 - Faith and Liberty Discovery Center
What‘s Included
Map of route and sites
3 Ticket Types 1/2/3 Days
Up to 25 stops to Hop-on and Hop-off
Live onboard commentary (English only)
Hop on Hop off Tour of Philadelphia
Entrance fees/attraction tickets
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Options
2 Day Tour
Duration: 2 days Blue Route: Starting point - Stop 1 on located on SW Corner of 6. With up to 25 stops centrally located.
1 Day Tour
Duration: 1 day Blue Route: Starting Point: Stop #1 - Independence Visitor Center, SW Corner of 6th and Market
3 Day Tour
Duration: 3 days Blue Route: Starting point - Stop 1 on located on SW Corner of 6. With up to 25 stops centrally located.
Reviews
2,368 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Super
R2297BYcindyr,May 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Awesome, informative, and fun!
Good time in Philly
Karen M,Apr 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our experience was wonderful, we enjoyed all of the employees that we came in contact with. Information we never would have known on our own! It was enjoyable, informative in some pretty good jokes along the way. Excellent experience!
Great way to see the city!
Travelbernie47,Apr 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Such a great way to see the city. We stayed on the bus for the whole tour and then decided where we wanted to get off .
Great experience
RosaLee G,Apr 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour get to see a lot of historic area’s ,recommendations of places to see and eat. Educational great tour
A great resource to get around Philly and reasonable too
635kristint,Apr 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I've been on about 5-6 Hop On Hop Off buses in other cities. We bought the 2-day pass and couldn't have been more pleased. The route covered around 25 stops and a fairly large area, including many attractions, statues, museums, downtown shopping areas, parks, etc. The map they included was fantastic. It not only was a great resource for the bus route itself, but also for maneuvering around the city. Definitely wear comfortable walking shoes and have a hat/visor ~~ the people sitting on the top deck have great views but they are wide open to the weather be it sun, rain, etc. We preferred the Big Brown Bus but the ticket was also good on the smaller red/yellow bus. The guides were very informative but we learned (the hard way!) that if you sit inside the bus and have a preferred stop, you need to let the bus driver know or they may not stop....
Great tour
vanomad,Apr 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I do Hop-on tours in almost every city I go to. They are all great and this is no exception. These tours are such a great way to orient yourself to the city. And you see things on the tour that you want to go back and explore later. That is usually what I will do. Ride the whole route, then go back and explore on my own. And its not a bad way to get around the city. Highly recommend.
Make Sure You Experience Philadelphia Via This Tour
Greg E,Apr 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour guide and driver were extremely courteous and helpful. The guide narrated the tour with just the right combination of humor and knowledge. The driver was very helpful in getting an issue with my electronic ticket resolved. I highly recommend this tour.
The Perfect One‑Day Solution — Big Bus Philadelphia Delivered Exactly What I Needed
packanddashtravel,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00If you’ve followed any of our socials, you already know that whenever we hit a new city without hiring a car, the Hop‑On Hop‑Off Big Bus is my absolute go‑to. And in Philadelphia, I REALLY needed this tour to hold true to its full glory — because I only had ONE day to zip around the city and my list was packed with must‑see stops. Big Bus Philadelphia absolutely delivered. The route covers all the major icons — Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell, City Hall, the Rocky Steps, the Philadelphia Museum of Art, Reading Terminal Market, the Betsy Ross House, and so many more historic highlights. It’s the fastest, easiest way to get your bearings and see the city’s biggest landmarks without stress. I hopped on and off at many of the stops, and even with a rushed itinerary, the calm and ease this form of transport offers truly confirmed why it’s my preferred way to explore any new city. No navigating unfamiliar streets, no parking headaches — just smooth sightseeing, clear commentary, and that iconic open‑top deck I choose every single time. For a one‑day whirlwind, Big Bus made everything possible. Highly recommend. We stored our bags at the train station and hit Philly for the day!
Best way to see the city in 2 days.
JW F,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This is an excellent way to get an overview and layout of the city, with informative guides providing notes of interest and fun facts. First thing you'll learn is that you can't just walk this city in one or two days. Hopping off at a site you want visit, then hopping back on the next bus 25min later let's you experience more with less leg fatigue. Do bring sunscreen and water and sit up top.
Ugh
I5015TAjillp,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00Our experience was pretty awful. The buses were delayed, rerouted and slow. It totally wasn’t their fault as there was so much going on in the city the day we were there. But for the price we paid- it was a waste of money and time.
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