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This house is a must-see for anyone interested in the history of American Independence. Visit the residence of Betsy Ross, the renowned flag-maker who sewed the first American flag in this very house.
Philadelphia Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tours
Routes
TimelineMap
1. The Bourse Building
The Bourse Building
1 minute walk
Independence Mall
3 minutes walk5. Reading Terminal Market
Reading Terminal Market
4 minutes walk
Masonic Temple
2 minutes walk7. Cathedral Basilica
Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul
1 minute walk
Parkway Central Library
2 minutes walk9. Rodin Museum
Rodin Museum
5 minutes walkThe Oval XP
4 minutes walk10. Eastern State Penitentiary
Eastern State Penitentiary
Philadelphia Museum of Jewish Art
7 minutes walk11. The Perelman Building
The Perelman Building
Boathouse Row
2 minutes walk12. Rocky Steps & Statue
Rocky Steps & Statue
3 minutes walk
Schuylkill River Trail
8 minutes walk17. Avenue of the Arts
Academy of Music
Wilma Theater
3 minutes walk25. Museum of Illusions
Christ Church
4 minutes walk
Christ Church Burial Ground
1 minute walk1 route, 26 stops – Dive into Philly’s top sights with a live guide & audio commentary.
- Everything you get: Explore 26 top attractions like the Philadelphia Zoo, the Rocky Steps, & the Civil War Memorial on this 1/2/3-day hop-on hop-off bus tour with buses arriving every 15 minutes. You can take in the 360º views as an English-speaking guide & multilingual audio guide offer insights into the city’s history & culture.
- Why choose this: Opt for a smart, time-saving way to discover Philly’s history, culture, and top photo stops.
1 route, 26 stops – Dive into Philly’s top sights with a live guide & audio commentary.
- Everything you get: Explore 26 top attractions like the Philadelphia Zoo, the Rocky Steps, & the Civil War Memorial on this 1/2/3-day hop-on hop-off bus tour with buses arriving every 15 minutes. You can take in the 360º views as an English-speaking guide & multilingual audio guide offer insights into the city’s history & culture.
- Why choose this: Opt for a smart, time-saving way to discover Philly’s history, culture, and top photo stops.
Inclusions
- 1/2/3-day unlimited hop-on hop-off tour
- Access to Red route
- Live English-speaking guide
- Booklet with deals and discounts at museums, restaurants & attractions
- Audio guide in English, Spanish, French, German, Mandarin, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Hindi, Italian, Russian & Vietnamese
- Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking
Please click here for a detailed route map and its boarding points.
You can join the tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.
Red Route
- First bus: 9:30am from stop #1 (The Bourse Building)
- Last bus: 5pm from stop #1 (The Bourse Building)
- Frequency: Every 15 minutes
- Popular stops: Chinatown, Cathedral Basilica, Love Park
Accessibility
- This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
- Wheelchairs cannot be larger than 70cm wide, 120cm long, and 135cm high. You can contact the operator if your wheelchair exceeds these measurements, and they will assist you.
- Each bus can only accommodate one wheelchair at a time. If there’s already a passenger in a wheelchair on the bus, you may have to wait for the next one.
Additional Information
- Before you begin your tour, please head to Stop 1 (The Bourse Building) or Stop 5 (Reading Terminal Market) to receive a validated paper ticket from an official sales agent. Once you have this paper ticket, you can hop on and off freely at any of the other stops on the tour.
- If you've purchased a paper ticket directly from the Visitor Center, you can start your tour at any of the stops and don't have to head to Stop 1 or 5.
- Stop 1 (The Bourse Building) marks the start and end point of your tour. We recommend starting from this point so you don't miss out on information regarding detours and inaccessible stops.
- Please note that the bus does not automatically halt at every stop along your route. It only stops when there are people waiting to board or if you inform the tour guide about wanting to hop off.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
- These tickets are valid for 12 months from the date of purchase.
Routes
FREQUENCY20 minutes
FIRST DEPARTUREIndependence Visitor Center
at 9:30 AM
LAST DEPARTUREIndependence Visitor Center
at 4:30 PM
TimelineMap
1. Independence Visitor Center
Independence Mall
2 minutes walkMuseum of the American Revolution
5 minutes walk6. Reading Terminal Market
Reading Terminal Market
4 minutes walkMasonic Temple
2 minutes walk8. Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter & Paul/Sister Cities
Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul
1 minute walkParkway Central Library
2 minutes walk10. Rodin Museum
Rodin Museum
5 minutes walkThe Oval XP
4 minutes walk11. Eastern State Penitentiary
Eastern State Penitentiary
Philadelphia Museum of Jewish Art
7 minutes walk12. Perelman Building of Philadelphia Art Museum
The Perelman Building
Boathouse Row
2 minutes walk13. Rocky Steps
Rocky Steps & Statue
3 minutes walkSchuylkill River Trail
8 minutes walk23. Old City/Christ Church
Christ Church
4 minutes walkChrist Church Burial Ground
2 minutes walkNational Liberty Museum
2 minutes walk24. Museum of American Jewish History
Liberty Bell Center
1 minute walkMuseum of American Jewish History
3 minutes walkSee the best of Philly on this 1/2/3-day tour with a live guide, audio commentary & more!
- Spend 1/2/3 days in Philadelphia, hopping on and off at stops as many times as you’d like & exploring the city’s famous landmarks.
- You can discover the 25 stops on the Blue Route at a flexible pace, as buses arrive every 20 minutes.
- Learn more about the city’s past, local traditions, and more from a live English-speaking guide.
- Take in scenic views from the open-top deck as you listen to pre-recorded audio commentary in 6 languages.
- Travel flexibly across the city and visit iconic landmarks like the Betsy Ross House, Rodin Museum & Ben Franklin’s Grave with just one pass.
See the best of Philly on this 1/2/3-day tour with a live guide, audio commentary & more!
- Spend 1/2/3 days in Philadelphia, hopping on and off at stops as many times as you’d like & exploring the city’s famous landmarks.
- You can discover the 25 stops on the Blue Route at a flexible pace, as buses arrive every 20 minutes.
- Learn more about the city’s past, local traditions, and more from a live English-speaking guide.
- Take in scenic views from the open-top deck as you listen to pre-recorded audio commentary in 6 languages.
- Travel flexibly across the city and visit iconic landmarks like the Betsy Ross House, Rodin Museum & Ben Franklin’s Grave with just one pass.
Inclusions
- 1/2/3-day unlimited hop-on hop-off tour
- Access to Blue Route
- Live English-speaking guide
- Audio guide in French, German, Spanish, Italian, Brazilian Portuguese & Mandarin Chinese (on select buses)
- Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking
Please click here for a detailed route map and its boarding points.
You can join the tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.
City Highlights Tour (Blue Route)
Jump on board and head to Philadelphia's best-loved landmarks, from City Hall to the US Mint, on this route.
Popular stops: Betsy Ross House, Cathedral Basilica of Saint Peter, Rodin Museum
- Not all buses are wheelchair accessible. Please contact the service provider 48 hours before your tour begins so they can schedule an accessibility-friendly vehicle for you.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Get this cost-saving pass & explore a select few sights in Philly while saving up to 40%!
Everything you get: Choose from a list of 30+ top spots and explore 2/4/5/7 top Philly landmarks like the One Liberty Observation Deck & the Philadelphia Zoo. The pass also gives you access to some one-of-a-kind experiences like a Ghost Tour, a true crime history tour, a Movie & TV Walking Tour & more.
Why choose this: This pass is the ideal choice if you want to explore a few handpicked sights flexibly while saving up to 40% & skipping buying separate tickets.
Get this cost-saving pass & explore a select few sights in Philly while saving up to 40%!
Everything you get: Choose from a list of 30+ top spots and explore 2/4/5/7 top Philly landmarks like the One Liberty Observation Deck & the Philadelphia Zoo. The pass also gives you access to some one-of-a-kind experiences like a Ghost Tour, a true crime history tour, a Movie & TV Walking Tour & more.
Why choose this: This pass is the ideal choice if you want to explore a few handpicked sights flexibly while saving up to 40% & skipping buying separate tickets.
Inclusions
- Philadelphia Explorer Pass: 3/4/5/7 Attractions
- Digital guidebook
Exclusions
- Transport
- Hotel transfers
- Food and drinks
- Note that each attraction can only be visited once per pass. Plan your itinerary accordingly to maximize your experience.
- While you don't need to pre-select your attractions when purchasing the pass, some locations require advance reservations. To avoid missing out, it is recommended to check the attraction's official website before your planned visit.
- Free cancellation anytime before the start of your experience
See Philadelphia all lit up, spot popular attractions & run up the Rocky Steps on this tour!
- Watch Philly’s iconic attractions dazzle at night on this 90-minute panoramic bus tour, which takes you through the city’s highlights.
- Two buses depart every evening, and you can kick back on your open-top deck seat and snap pictures of the scenic views.
- Want to learn more about the city’s history, culture & local legends? Ask your live English-speaking guide any questions you may have.
- Run up the iconic Rocky Steps and strike a pose when the bus briefly stops at the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
See Philadelphia all lit up, spot popular attractions & run up the Rocky Steps on this tour!
- Watch Philly’s iconic attractions dazzle at night on this 90-minute panoramic bus tour, which takes you through the city’s highlights.
- Two buses depart every evening, and you can kick back on your open-top deck seat and snap pictures of the scenic views.
- Want to learn more about the city’s history, culture & local legends? Ask your live English-speaking guide any questions you may have.
- Run up the iconic Rocky Steps and strike a pose when the bus briefly stops at the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Inclusions
- 90-minute panoramic night bus tour
- Access to Blue Route
- English-speaking live guide
- Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking
Exclusions
- Hop-on Hop-off service
Please click here for a detailed route map and its boarding points.
Philadelphia Night Bus Tour
See Philly lit up against the night sky as an expert live guide offers insights on historical sites, cultural attractions, and witty anecdotes about the City of Brotherly Love.
Schedule
- Timings: 6pm & 8pm from Stop 6 (Reading Terminal Market / Convention Center Marriott / Macy’s)
- Frequency: Twice every evening
- Duration: 90 minutes
- Popular sights: The Rocky Steps, Betsy Ross House, Cathedral Basilica of Saint Peter
- Not all buses are wheelchair accessible. Please contact the service provider 48 hours before your tour begins so they can schedule an accessibility-friendly vehicle for you.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
From happy customers
Danny
Oct, 2025
Very convenient. I enjoyed everyone of the guides they were intuitive and very entertaining. If I ever travel back to Philadelphia I will be buying another pass.
Thank you for a awesome experience.
City Sightseeing: Philadelphia Hop-On-Hop-Off Bus Tour
Susan
United StatesSep, 2025
I loved the narration as we drove from stop to stop. All of the people we encountered that work for your company were helpful and pleasant. I would do this again in another city.
City Sightseeing: Philadelphia Hop-On-Hop-Off Bus Tour
Judy
United StatesOct, 2025
Both sets of tour guides and drivers were awesome. Have to take a star away for unfriendly to mobility challenged (like we older folks). A lot of extra walking (always due to construction, which I never observed). Would be great to have some where to set when waiting for the bus.
Big Bus: Philadelphia Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
Amy
United StatesSep, 2025
Having never been to Philadelphia before, we found this tour to be the perfect way to start out visit here. We loved hearing the historical information and seeing the sights at the same time. Our host was informative and funny.
Big Bus: Philadelphia Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
Why choose Hop-on Hop-off Philadelphia
Ease of convenience
Navigating a public transportation schedule can be overwhelming. A Hop-on Hop-off pass is ideal if you’d like to skip this hassle. The bus tour will take you to the most popular spots on your list. All you have to do is navigate to your closest pickup point and hop on board when a bus arrives.
See all major attractions
A Hop-on Hop-off bus tour will take you to Philly’s top attractions like the Rocky Steps or the Rodin Museum. So you don’t have to worry about missing out on seeing any of the attractions on your bucket list because you couldn’t find a bus or train to take you there.
Flexible exploration
You don’t have to stick to a rigid schedule if you have a Hop-on Hop-off pass on hand. Explore attractions at your own pace, and when you’re ready to move on to the next one on your list, head to your closest stop and get a ride to where you want to go.
Additional perks
Your Hop-on Hop-off pass also comes with added perks – live guides and audio guides to keep you informed on the attractions you pass by, a live map to help you track your route, and in some cases, discounts and deals at various attractions & activities around the city.
Hop-on Hop-off buses are a great choice for
First-time visitors
If you’re a first-time traveler to Philadelphia, a Hop-on Hop-off bus tour is a great way to get a sense of the city. After your first loop around your route, you can decide which attractions you’d like to visit and set the pace for the rest of your trip.
Budget travelers
A Hop-on Hop-off pass is a godsend for budget travelers who want to see as much of Philadelphia as possible while on a budget crunch. For the price of one ticket, you don’t just get Hop-on Hop-off service but also other perks like live guides, audio guides & panoramic seats.
Families with kids & elders
It is easy to book and make use of a Hop-on Hop-off pass. So if you’re traveling as a large family, it is more efficient to get passes for everyone than to purchase individual public transport tickets. So, get your pass and sightsee at your own pace.
Travelers on a tight schedule
Only have a day to spend in Philly? Worry not! You can still see the city’s major highlights with a Hop-on Hop-off pass. All you have to do is climb aboard and fit as many attractions as possible within your schedule.
Operators
Big Bus
City Sightseeing
Ticket types
1/2/3 calendar days
1/2/3 calendar days
Timings
9:30am - 4:30pm
Red & Blue routes - 10am - 4pm
Frequency
Every 20 minutes
Every 45 minutes
Routes & stops
1 route, 27 stops
2 routes, 28 stops
Other tours
90-minute {experience type="POPUP" id="26222" text="night tour of Philadelphia"}
Amenities
Audio guide in 6 languages (on select buses) & a mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking
Audio guide in 8 languages & a mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking
Perks
Live English-speaking guide
Live English-speaking guide & a booklet with deals and discounts at museums, restaurants & attractions
Prices starting from
Adult - $36 | Child - $17
Adult - $39 | Senior - $36 | Child - $19
How to book Hop-on Hop-off tickets
Step 1: Choose your route
Each tour follows a unique route. Review the routes and stops, and pick the tour that covers your must-see attractions.
Step 2: Secure your tickets
Purchase your Hop-on Hop-off tickets easily using PayPal or your credit/debit card.
Step 3: Check your email
Receive your ticket voucher instantly in your inbox.
Step 4: Download the operator’s app
Track the bus in real-time, plan your journey, and explore routes with an interactive map.
Step 5: Hop on & explore!
Head to any designated stop, show your mobile voucher to the driver or staff, and start your adventure!
Top sights covered
Betsy Ross House
Frequently asked questions about Philadelphia Hop-on Hop-off bus tour
Can I board the Hop-on Hop-off tour at any stop?
Yes, you can get on and off the tour at any of the stops along the pre-designated routes.
Do I need to get separate tickets for my children for the Philadelphia bus tour?
Yes, you do. However, most operators do not charge a fee for very young children who don’t need their own separate seats. But typically, a child above 4 requires a ticket to travel, although their ticket price may be discounted. Carefully read the details on the check-out page before booking tickets for your children.
Can I bring my elderly parents on the Philadelphia Hop-on Hop-off bus tour?
Yes, you can. This tour is suitable for people of all ages. However, if you struggle with spinal or mobility issues, we would advise against climbing to the top deck of the bus.
Are the Philadelphia Hop-on Hop-off buses wheelchair accessible?
Most buses are accessibility-friendly. However, we recommend getting in touch with the tour operator to confirm that they would be able to accommodate your needs on your travel day.
Can I use the restroom on a Hop-on Hop-off bus?
There are no restrooms on the Hop-on Hop-off buses. However, you can easily find public restrooms at most major attractions in the city.
Do the Philadelphia Hop-on Hop-off buses offer hotel pick-ups?
No, these buses do not offer hotel pick-ups.