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Philadelphia: Double-Decker Sightseeing Bus Tour

4.3 out of 5 stars
4.3
329 reviews
Journey through America's past aboard an open-top double-decker bus in historic Philadelphia, passing along almost 30 sites such as Independence Hall and Ben Franklin's Grave. Hop on and off at any of 27 stops around Philadelphia.

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Optional audio guide
Spanish, Portuguese, German, French, Italian, Chinese, English
Wheelchair accessible
5 out of 5 stars
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Ashley – United KingdomSeptember 5, 2025 – Verified booking 

This tour has actual tour guides who give outstanding commentary and have vast knowledge and experience which made the tour so much more enjoyable! The only thing we didn’t know about which made the the transportation 4 out of 5 stars is that the buses were meant to be every 20 minutes, however they were less frequent and we waited quite a while at times. No one told us that you could board the city sightseeing buses as well as the big bus company so we never got on those buses and we only heard that at the end of the tour! Other than that it was fantastic and very good value for money!

Highlights
  • See the sights of Philadelphia aboard an open-top double-decker bus
  • Visit Independence Hall, the Philadelphia Museum of Art and much more
  • Learn more about the cultural attractions from the on-board guide
Full description
Climb aboard the double-decker hop-on hop-off sightseeing bus and discover the sights of Philadelphia at your own pace. Benefit from the services on an onboard guide and avail of frequent departures every day of the week. Learn the history of the city and its cultural attractions, and hear where the best places to eat and shop are along the way.

Follow in the footsteps of "Rocky" and climb the stairs of the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Enjoy an authentic cheesesteak or retrace the steps of the founding fathers and see where they signed the Declaration of Independence. Sit back and enjoy the 90-minute ride around Philly seeing almost 30 points of interest along the way.

Sights you will see:

• Independence Visitor Center (northeast corner of 5th and Market Streets)
• Betsy Ross House 
• U.S. Mint and Ben Franklin’s Grave 
• National Constitution Center 
• Chinatown (northeast corner of Arch Street at 10th Street)
• Reading Terminal Market/Convention Center 
• City Hall and Love Park
• Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul/Sister Cities 
• Barnes Foundation (21st Street and Ben Franklin Parkway) 
• Rodin Museum
• Eastern State Penitentiary
• Perelman Building of the Philadelphia Museum of Art
• Philadelphia Zoo 
• Please Touch Museum/Memorial Hall/Fairmount Park
• Rocky Steps
• Philadelphia Museum of Art
• Franklin Institute/Logan Circle
• The Bellevue/Rittenhouse Square
• Academy of Music/Broad Street
• Antiques Row (10th and Pine Street)
• South Street/Headhouse Square
• Vietnam Veterans Memorial
• Hilton Philadelphia at Penn's Landing/Columbus Boulevard
• Penn's Landing/Waterfront
• Old City/Christ Church
• Museum of American Jewish History
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Customer reviews
4.3/5
4.3100305 out of 5 stars

based on 329 reviews

  • Transportation
    4.2/5
  • Value for money
    4.2/5
5 out of 5 stars
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Ashley – United KingdomSeptember 5, 2025 – Verified booking 
This tour has actual tour guides who give outstanding commentary and have vast knowledge and experience which made the tour so much more enjoyable! The only thing we didn’t know about which made the the transportation 4 out of 5 stars is that the buses were meant to be every 20 minutes, however they were less frequent and we waited quite a while at times. No one told us that you could board the city sightseeing buses as well as the big bus company so we never got on those buses and we only heard that at the end of the tour! Other than that it was fantastic and very good value for money!
5 out of 5 stars
L
Leticia – United KingdomJuly 26, 2025 – Verified booking 
It was very easy to book the activity through the app. Clear instructions, as described, the tour was great, the local guide was fantastic very knowledgeable and with a great sense of humour. The driver was very polite. Thanks we all had a greta time!
5 out of 5 stars
M
Magdalena – United StatesMay 12, 2025 – Verified booking 
The guide was very knowledgeable and experienced. The bus was comfortable and the sound was good. The only thing that I didn't like was that the advertisement said the hop on and off was until 1159 and the tour guide said only after 430pm. later in the night I saw the bus still running like about 9pm. I was very confused about it. otherwise I like it very much
5 out of 5 stars
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Patty – United StatesMay 3, 2025 – Verified booking 
It was great, lots of history, stops that you can get off of. Highly recommend
5 out of 5 stars
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Sylvie – CanadaJanuary 12, 2025 – Verified booking 
Everything was Great! Driver Darnell is my new favourite person for postponing departure to allow us to go to the washroom ❤️ tour guide very friendly and knowledgeable!! Bus was warm and clean but windows were scratched from tree branches. Also no audio translation, good thing we both understood English! Good job Big Bus 😁👏🏼👏🏼
5 out of 5 stars
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Benjamin – United StatesAugust 14, 2024 – Verified booking 
I love the double-decker tour! You get to learn the city’s history, view the city, and get some great photos! Also, the best transportation in town! The complimentary shuttle service is the cherry on top!
5 out of 5 stars
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Denise – United StatesApril 15, 2024 – Verified booking 
Highly recommend this excursion!! I booked it to pass the time during my 6 hour flight layover and it turned out to be the best part of my trip. The tour was packed with interesting information, many beautiful and historical stops, and the staff were professional, friendly and helpful. The included airport shuttle was a nice plus. Will do it again when I have more time!
5 out of 5 stars
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AimeeAugust 9, 2021 – Verified booking 
Bruce was hilarious and I learned so much from him. and he'll warn you about the tree branches lol.
5 out of 5 stars
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CherylJune 22, 2021 – Verified booking 
Loved the Philidelphia Hop On Hop Off Bus! So much fun to drive through the city and have a live person narrate as you drove by historical sights. It was very informative, entertaining, and lots of fun learning about the city. I have done this one a few years back and it was worth doing again. I would highly recommend it!
5 out of 5 stars
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KarlaMay 1, 2021 – Verified booking 
Great your around the city with lots of information

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

5 out of 5 stars
A
Ashley – United Kingdom

This tour has actual tour guides who give outstanding commentary and have vast knowledge and experience which made the tour so much more enjoyable! The only thing we didn’t know about which made the the transportation 4 out of 5 stars is that the buses were meant to be every 20 minutes, however they were less frequent and we waited quite a while at times. No one told us that you could board the city sightseeing buses as well as the big bus company so we never got on those buses and we only heard that at the end of the tour! Other than that it was fantastic and very good value for money!

5 out of 5 stars
L
Leticia – United Kingdom

It was very easy to book the activity through the app. Clear instructions, as described, the tour was great, the local guide was fantastic very knowledgeable and with a great sense of humour. The driver was very polite. Thanks we all had a greta time!

From $39 per person

Product ID: 59790

Activity provider:
Philadelphia Trolley Works & Big Bus

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