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Philadelphia Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tours
Routes
Timeline
Map
7
Cathedral Basilica
Get direction
2 attractions
Nearby things to do
Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul
1 min walk
Parkway Central Library
2 min walk
16
The Bellevue
23
Marriott Old City
25
Museum of Illusions
Get direction
2 attractions
Nearby things to do
Christ Church
4 min walk
Christ Church Burial Ground
1 min walk
1 route, 26 stops – Dive into Philly’s top sights with a live guide & audio commentary.
- Everything you get: Explore 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. 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: You can hop on and off an unlimited number of times for the duration of your ticket and discover Philly’s top landmarks flexibly.
1 route, 26 stops – Dive into Philly’s top sights with a live guide & audio commentary.
- Everything you get: Explore 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. 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: You can hop on and off an unlimited number of times for the duration of your ticket and discover Philly’s top landmarks flexibly.
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
- 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.
- 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.
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What our guests say
Elleda
May 2025Verified booking
It was a great overview of the city. What would have been better is the option to get a QR code to your phone and just get on any bus (and not have to go to stop one).
Patti
May 2025Verified booking
Hop on/hop off in Philadelphia was great. Plenty of stops, covered all the tourist locations, entertaining and informative speakers. Learned a lot about Philly and saw sites in didn't even know I want d to see
Dina
May 2025Verified booking
I brought my son and 3 of his friends. We planned identified the places we wanted to go, planned our route based on the bus map. It was so easy to hop on and hop off. The guides and drivers were great! Highly recommend.
jan
Apr 2025Verified booking
I was so pleased to have the overhead roof on our rainy morning ride! Our guide was simply fantastic- he provided thorough and interesting information on the history and development of Philadelphia. Taking this tour on the first day in town helped me to orient myself and plan future activities. Strongly recommend ! I found the(online) booking/ticketing experience disconcerting and a bit confusing. And when I arrived at ticket office , my confirmation number wasn't valid and required the agent to call to verify my booking. I would recommend people call the phone number to book tickets .
BRUCE
May 2025Verified booking
Good narrative, nice, friendly staff
Corey
Jun 2025Verified booking
Sean
May 2025Verified booking
alyssa
May 2025Verified booking
Steven
Apr 2025Verified booking
Alexander
May 2025Verified booking
Unfortunately, I had a disappointing experience. I purchased tickets for the Hop-on Hop-off tour online, hoping it would be a convenient option, especially since it was raining heavily that day. However, I later found out that the tickets needed to be redeemed in person at a location about seven blocks away from where I was. In the pouring rain, walking that distance just wasn’t feasible. This crucial detail wasn’t clear at the time of purchase, and I was unable to use the tickets at all. I’ve since reached out to request a refund, and I hope they’ll take the circumstances into consideration. For anyone booking, be aware that physical ticket redemption is required before boarding.
Danielle
Oct 2024Verified booking
Debbie
Sep 2024Verified booking
Nothing, I was never able to get on the bus because of a route change that was not posted anywhere and we never were able to use our tickets. Trying to get my money refunded, which the Bus company told me would be no problem, but that I had to work through Headout since that's how I bought the ticket. BTW, I didn't even know I went through a third party to purchase and will never do that again, given the customer service I am receiving.
Randall
Aug 2024Verified booking
Very interesting city first. Plus I liked the fact that I could take the two different lines. Both had very good guides
Phillip
Jun 2024Verified booking
The tour guides were great! The hop on hop off feature was nice as well. Great way to see the city 👍🏾
Christopher
Jun 2024Verified booking
All of the guides were great and the buses were timely. Thank you so much !
Andrew
Jun 2024Verified booking
Leah
Jun 2024Verified booking
Organizers at the first stop were very unorganized they did not know where we were supposed to line up for the bus, they had us line up 2 blocks away at the wrong location, the buses did not arrive every 20 minutes as advertised, spent more time waiting for a bus than each location.
Suzanne
May 2024Verified booking
Our driver, Linda, was very good and our guide, Ryan, was enthuastic about sharing details about various Phildelphia neighborhoods.
Amber
Apr 2024Verified booking
John - our guide - was fantastic! he had funny jokes and puns. Loves the city and had a great attitude. You could tell he was enthusiastic and genuine which made all the difference in the world. Thank you!
Renee
Apr 2024Verified booking
Two out of three of our tour guides were fantastic!!! Super informative. Unfortunately the female we had was terrible. We got offf and waited for the next bus to get a different guide. Would highly recommend to anyone visiting Philly.
Kenya
Apr 2024Verified booking
I learned a lot of history and the tour guide was awesome. There were more stops than I thought which turned out great. Headout was simple to use.
Maria
May 2024Verified booking
We had a really fun and knowledgeable hostess on our bus , she made everything interesting and fun !!
Mary
May 2024Verified booking
Liked the narration of attractions by the lead tour guide.
Trevor
Nov 2023Verified booking
Tour guide was very informative and very entertaining.
Felecia
May 2024Verified booking
Routes
FREQUENCY20 minutes
FIRST DEPARTUREIndependence Visitor Center
at 9:30 AM
LAST DEPARTUREIndependence Visitor Center
at 4:30 PM
Timeline
Map
1
Independence Visitor Center
Get direction
2 attractions
Nearby things to do
Independence Mall
2 min walk
8
Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter & Paul/Sister Cities
Get direction
2 attractions
Nearby things to do
Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul
1 min walk
Parkway Central Library
2 min walk
12
Perelman Building of Philadelphia Art Museum
Get direction
2 attractions
Nearby things to do
Boathouse Row
2 min walk
18
Pine Street
21
Hilton Philadelphia at Penn’s Landing/ Columbus Boulevard
Get direction
1 attractions
Nearby things to do
22
Faith & Liberty Discovery Center
Get direction
1 attractions
Nearby things to do
Liberty Bell Center
1 min walk
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 either discover the 25 stops on the Blue Route or upgrade and also visit the 3 stops along the Red Route, 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 either discover the 25 stops on the Blue Route or upgrade and also visit the 3 stops along the Red Route, 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 or Blue & Red Routes (based on option selected)
- 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
Fairmount Park Loop (Red Route)
Explore the Please Touch Museum and pose on the Rocky Steps on this route, taking you to the city’s hidden gems.
Popular stops: Philadelphia Zoo, Memorial Hall, Philadelphia 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.
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What our guests say
Barbara
May 2025Verified booking
The tour guide Sam (Samantha?) was GREAT! Very knowledgeable,very fun, very active. Totally made our first trip to Philadelphia more fun than we thought we would have! Looking
diana
May 2025Verified booking
We had two different guides during the day. Both were knowledgeable and entertaining. Great way to get an overview of the city before heading out on our own.
Michelle
May 2025Verified booking
One tour guide really great! Other spoke so quickly as though reading a script - no one could understand. Also, wish more busses on the road - had to take Uber twice during day to ensure we could get to more points on map. That was disappointing!
Donna
Apr 2025Verified booking
Easy to order and use Tour guide was loud clear and made the experience interesting Saw things i passed often but never noticed Best way to see the city, jad a friend from England woth us and she felt she saw the city comprehensively I think everyone should see the city this way
Dwana
Apr 2025Verified booking
The speakers were great with tons of historical information, city facts and funny stories. And the drivers.......I don't know how they do it!! It's amazing how they can maneuver those massive busses with the ten billion other drivers, busses, ongoing construction, work trucks and just the general lack of road width and overall space.
Alexander
Apr 2025Verified booking
Purchased tix on-line without problems. What would have made the tour awesome you have nothing to do with: weather, it rained and was windy. Sunshine would have enhanced the experience unfortunately it was the only day we had. Riding through old city under the canopy of trees was quite a sight to see.
NANCY
Apr 2025Verified booking
Great way to see the places from a distance so that you know which ones to go and spend time visiting. Loved it
Karyn
Apr 2025Verified booking
The tourguides were very entertaining and informative. I am still sharing the facts I learned on the tour.
Christian
Jun 2025Verified booking
Janvier
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John
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laverne
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Chrystal
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Inés
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Subathra
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Liaisan
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Bobbi
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Shellie
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Lisa
May 2025Verified booking
Waiting longer for buses that anything & never a seat up top -- we ended up walking. Waste of $78 😔
Zach
Apr 2025Verified booking
Sandra
Jan 2025Verified booking
The guide presented a lot of great information but, was hard to hear.
mocquais
Nov 2024Verified booking
The adventure was great and we really enjoyed it. The buses were quite frequent and the route very interesting. Thank you
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Timothy
Oct 2024Verified booking
Our guide was very knowledgeable of the various architecture, history and art in the Philly area. He pointed so much as we toured Philly. Very much worth the cost and time.
Glimpse Philly’s dazzling side on this non-stop night tour through the city’s highlights.
- Everything you get: Explore Philly from a unique perspective on this 90-minute non-stop night tour. You get to soak up the bright lights of the city and spot popular landmarks like the Rocky Steps & Liberty Bell while a live guide entertains you with anecdotes and insights into their history.
- Why choose this: On a time crunch but still want to see the city lit up at night? Then this tour is for you. Enjoy sparkling views from an open-top double-decker seats.
Glimpse Philly’s dazzling side on this non-stop night tour through the city’s highlights.
- Everything you get: Explore Philly from a unique perspective on this 90-minute non-stop night tour. You get to soak up the bright lights of the city and spot popular landmarks like the Rocky Steps & Liberty Bell while a live guide entertains you with anecdotes and insights into their history.
- Why choose this: On a time crunch but still want to see the city lit up at night? Then this tour is for you. Enjoy sparkling views from an open-top double-decker seats.
Inclusions
- 90-minute night bus tour of Philadelphia
- Audio guide in English, French, German, Mandarin, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Hindi, Italian, Russian, and Vietnamese
- Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking
Exclusions
- Hop-on hop-off service
Night tour
- Departure: 6:30pm & 8pm
- Frequency: Twice every night
- Duration: 90 minutes
Please board 20 to 30 minutes before your selected departure time.
- 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.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
From happy customers
Elleda
United StatesMay, 2025
It was a great overview of the city. What would have been better is the option to get a QR code to your phone and just get on any bus (and not have to go to stop one).
City Sightseeing: Philadelphia Hop-On-Hop-Off Bus Tour
Suzanne
United StatesMay, 2024
Our driver, Linda, was very good and our guide, Ryan, was enthuastic about sharing details about various Phildelphia neighborhoods.
City Sightseeing: Philadelphia Hop-On-Hop-Off Bus Tour
Donna
United StatesApr, 2025
Easy to order and use
Tour guide was loud clear and made the experience interesting
Saw things i passed often but never noticed
Best way to see the city, jad a friend from England woth us and she felt she saw the city comprehensively
I think everyone should see the city this way
Big Bus: Philadelphia Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Dwana
United StatesApr, 2025
The speakers were great with tons of historical information, city facts and funny stories. And the drivers.......I don't know how they do it!! It's amazing how they can maneuver those massive busses with the ten billion other drivers, busses, ongoing construction, work trucks and just the general lack of road width and overall space.
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
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.
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.