Rodin Museum, Philadelphia

Explore the origins of America on a hop-on hop-off bus tour of Philadelphia. Discover the city where America’s Founding Fathers first declared independence, and ratified the US Constitution and Bill of Rights. Along the way, enjoy stunning views of historic landmarks including the Christ Church Burial Grounds, Elfreth’s Alley, the Betsy Ross House, and Independence Hall.   Begin your tour at the Bourse Building, across from Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell. Listen to the multilingual audio commentary as you enjoy the views from the open-top deck. See the Friendship Gate in Chinatown and be amazed by the architecture of Philadelphia’s City Hall.   Hop off to explore the various museums along Benjamin Franklin Parkway, including the world's largest collection of post-impressionist art at the Barnes Foundation. Marvel at Philadelphia’s skyline and stop to enjoy a bird’s-eye view from the One Liberty Observation Deck. Pass through the charming neighborhood of Society Hill and end your tour with a drive along the banks of the Delaware River. Stops:  • The Bourse Building  • Betsy Ross House  • National Constitution Center  • Chinatown  • Reading Terminal Market  • Love Park  • Cathedral Basilica  • Logan Circle  • Rodin Museum  • Eastern State Penitentiary  • Special Events - The Perelman Building  • The Rocky Steps and Statue  • West Entrance of the Philadelphia Museum of Art and Boat House Row  • Civil War Memorial  • Please Touch Museum  • Philadelphia Zoo  • Franklin Institute  • Mutter Museum  • One Liberty Observation Deck  • Avenue of the Arts  • Society Hill, Antique Row  • Mother Bethel A.M.E Church  • Headhouse Square  • Vietnam & Korean War Memorials  • Penns Landing  • Museum of the American Revolution  • Christ Church  • The Liberty Bell

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

Enjoy an all-inclusive pass that gets you into 30 Philadelphia attractions and tours. Just select the number of days you want to sightsee for (1, 2, 3 or 5 days), then enjoy admission to as many included attractions as you want to. With Go City you can save up to 50%* on top Philadelphia attractions, compared to buying individual tickets. Simply show your Philadelphia pass at included attractions or tour for admission and pay nothing at the gate. Activate the pass by visiting your first attraction, then, use it on consecutive calendar days. The All-Inclusive Pass includes popular things to do in Philadelphia do including: • Big Bus Philadelphia - Hop-On Hop-Off Tours • The Franklin Institute • Eastern State Penitentiary • Adventure Aquarium • Philadelphia Museum of Art • Museum of the American Revolution • Betsy Ross House • Battleship New Jersey Museum & Memorial • National Constitution Center • Philadelphia Zoo • RiverLink Ferry • Barnes Foundation • Academy of Natural Sciences • Independence Seaport Museum • $20 Dining Credit at The Cauldron Co. • And more! Attractions and tours are subject to change. Check your included digital guide for an up-to-date attraction line-up including opening times and instructions on how to access each attraction with your pass before you go. *Savings based on itineraries on Go City website.

The Explorer Pass by Go City is a multi-attraction pass that includes admission to 3, 4, 5, or 7 Philadelphia attractions of your choice. There are 30 attractions and tours to choose from and you can save up to 50%* off compared to buying separate attraction tickets. Simply purchase a pass for the number of attractions you want to visit. There's no need to decide which attractions you want to visit before your trip. Just choose as you go from the options included. Visiting your first attraction activates your pass. Then, you’ll have 60 days to use it. Show your pass to get entry and pay nothing at the gate. You'll get all the information you need including attraction descriptions and opening hours on the PDF guide or Go City app. Choose from popular Philadelphia attractions including: • Adventure Aquarium • The Franklin Institute • Big Bus Philadelphia - Hop-On Hop-Off Tours • Philadelphia Zoo • Philadelphia Museum of Art • Eastern State Penitentiary • Longwood Gardens • LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Philadelphia • Battleship New Jersey Museum & Memorial • Museum of the American Revolution • Academy of Natural Science • Barnes Foundation • National Constitution Center • Ghost Tour of Philly • Betsy Ross House Please note attractions and tours are subject to change. Check your included digital guide for an up-to-date attraction line-up including opening times and instructions on how to access each attraction with your pass before you go. *Savings based on itineraries on Go City website.

Discover the best of Philadelphia's historic and cultural treasures on a captivating two-hour electric cart tour guided by a knowledgeable local expert. Step back in time at Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell, and cruise through the cultural melting pot of Philadelphia’s Chinatown. Begin in the iconic Old City historic district, where you'll step back in time at Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell, as your local tour guide recounts the events leading up to the American Revolution. Drive up picturesque Elfreth's Alley and view the stunning colonial architecture before passing by the Betsy Ross House, Benjamin Franklin's grave, and other historical landmarks of Old City. As the tour ventures into Center City, marvel at historical and cultural landmarks like Old City Hall and the lively Reading Terminal Market. Further along in the city’s Parkway Museum District, pause outside the Philadelphia Museum of Art, home to world-class collections and the iconic Rocky statue and steps. Spot an iconic sign at Love Park and get a haunting yet fascinating glimpse into the history of Eastern State Penitentiary. Cruise through the cultural melting pot of Philadelphia’s Chinatown, where you’ll admire the colorful Friendship Arch, welcoming you to return and discover its second-to-none culinary scene. Glide down vibrant South Street, long known as Philly’s counter-culture boulevard, and take in the splendor of the mind-bending mosaics of the Magic Gardens as the tour heads back to home base.

HOLIDAY LIGHTS TOUR: Get into the holiday spirit this season with our enchanting evening electric cart tour of Philadelphia! From 11/29 through 1/5, experience Philly’s iconic landmarks and dazzling holiday lights displays, from Old City to the Rocky Steps and beyond. Don’t miss this magical ride through the city’s rich history, vibrant neighborhoods, and festive glow! Join a 1-hour electric cart tour of Philadelphia and learn about the city's history and culture while seeing the city lit up at night. See the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, and the Rocky Steps. Begin in Old City, where you'll marvel at the architectural wonders of Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell Center, symbols of America's founding. Pass by the grave of beloved Founding Father Benjamin Franklin, and catch a glimpse of the US Mint, where many of our nation’s coins are made. From Old City, venture through vibrant Chinatown, with its endless shops, markets, and restaurants. In the heart of this always bustling neighborhood stands the majestic Friendship Arch, all aglow in the evening. Cruise past towering City Hall, with its massive glowing clock and a tall statue of William Penn on top. Marvel at this piece of 19th-century architecture, then glance across the street to view the famous LOVE statue, with its unmistakable large red letters with the Philly skyline behind. Drive up Ben Franklin Parkway and see several stunning museums all lit up, like the Barnes Foundation, the Franklin Institute of Science, the Rodin Museum (with the Thinker), and of course the Philadelphia Museum of Art. While at this world-renowned art museum, have a chance to pause the tour so you can climb the iconic Rocky Steps at night, without the daytime crowds, and take in one of the most spectacular views of the city. Standing triumphantly next to the steps is the Rocky Statue, silhouetted by spotlight. Cruise past the imposing Eastern State Penitentiary before enjoying beautiful and picturesque Rittenhouse and Washington Squares. Head through Center City into charming and historic Society Hill before returning to the ending location in Old City.

Explore the city of Philadelphia on a private driving tour, customized to suit your preferences, and available as either a half-day or full-day option. The former capital of the Pennsylvania Colony, Philadelphia is intimately connected to the history of Amercia. You will see all the highlights, including Elfreth’s Alley and the Liberty Bell. Go to Independence Hall, where the Declaration of Independence was first debated. Pass Christ Church to see the birthplace of the American Episcopal Church, and Penn's Landing, where William Penn docked in 1682. Drive down the Avenue of the Arts and see Love Park (JFK Plaza), dominated by Robert Indiana's “Love” sculpture. Continue the arts theme at the Rodin Museum or Philadelphia Museum of Art, complete with Rocky’s statue and the steps used in the blockbuster movie. See where Al Capone was incarcerated at the Eastern State Penitentiary, admire the boat houses on the Schuylkill River, and visit Memorial Hall in Centennial Park. You’ll almost certainly get out to Belmont Plateau for a great view before coming back through Rittenhouse Square. There will be time to get out and take pictures or enjoy a short walk, perhaps down Elfreth’s Alley, or to the gazebo next to the boat houses on the Schuylkill. It’s your tour and your choice, but your guide will give some great suggestions. Take detours into Society Hill and out to the 9th Street Italian Market, home of the great Philly Cheese Steak. The full-day tour can be customized to include nearby neighborhoods or the beautifully situated Laurel Hill Cemetery and Historic Rittenhouse Town. Suggestions will also be given for lunch, whether you fancy a snack or full-blown meal.