Explore the cellblocks of Eastern State Penitentiary, once the most famous and expensive prison in the world. Learn about the history of this facility and its relevance today through interactive exhibits, history displays, and art installations.
About this ticket
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Valid 365 days
- Instant confirmation
- Host or greeter
- English
- Audio guide/headphones
- Spanish, English
- Wheelchair accessible
Experience
- Explore America's most historic prison
- Peek into Al Capone's lavish cell
- Tour the long-abandoned Hospital Block
- The Voices of Eastern State Audio tour
- Interactive experiences
- History exhibits
- Artist installations
- Guide-led tours (subject to availability)
- Evening entry and tour
- Children under 7 years
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Eastern State Penitentiary, 2027 Fairmount Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19130, USA
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- Not recommended for children under the age of 7 as the building is in a state of semi-ruin and can pose safety hazards to unattended children
- This tour operates rain or shine; the building does not have climate control so please dress for the weather
- Be sure to wear appropriate footwear
- There is a small exhibit and gift shop that are only accessible by a set of 3 steps; this section of the penitentiary can easily be bypassed; the rest of the tour route is equipped with ADA compliant ramps and meets most ADA guidelines