Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Independence Hall

The building where the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution were signed, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Hours

Daily 09:00–17:00

Look for Independence Hall tour tickets about a month ahead; if you missed that, check immediately for the small number released at 5 p.m. the previous day.

Philadelphia Museum of Art

The steps where Rocky ran and the Rocky statue are outside the art museum, which has artworks in many styles inside.

Admission

USD 30

Hours

Hours vary by day

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Mon 10:00–17:00Tue·Wed ClosedThu 10:00–17:00Fri 10:00–20:45Sat·Sun 10:00–17:00

Philadelphia City Hall

Philadelphia's City Hall building, completed in 1901. Built in the Second Empire style, it has a statue of William Penn atop its clock tower.

Hours

Mon–Fri 10:00–16:00
Sat·Sun Closed

Tickets for the interior and tower tours at Philadelphia City Hall may take days to obtain, so book in advance if you want one.

The Franklin Institute

A museum where visitors can interact with science exhibits. Admission includes 3 floors of exhibits and hands-on activities.

Hours

Daily 09:30–17:00

The Barnes Foundation

Exhibits Impressionist and Post-Impressionist works, including works by Van Gogh in several galleries.

Admission

USD 30

Hours

Mon 11:00–17:00
Tue·Wed Closed
Thu–Sun 11:00–17:00

If bringing a large bag to the Barnes Foundation, allow time to leave it in the free lockers.

Rodin Museum

Exhibits sculptures including Rodin's The Thinker.

Admission

USD 15

Hours

Mon 10:00–17:00
Tue–Thu Closed
Fri–Sun 10:00–17:00