Philadelphia Tour: Open-Top Bus Adventure
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2,383 Ratings

Discover Philadelphia with our hop-on hop-off tour! Visit key Philadelphia sites like the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, and the Betsy Ross House. Explore the city in an enjoyable, swift, and picturesque manner. Make the most of your Philadelphia visit with our Hop on Hop off tour, featuring a journey on an open-top, double-decker bus.

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights

Philadelphia Double Decker Tour (Route)

Operating Schedule: Departures -
This tour operates daily, with buses departing every 30 minutes on weekends and every 30-60 minutes on weekdays. Departures are from Stop 1 at the southwest corner of 6th & Market, between 9:30 AM and 4:00 PM.
PLEASE NOTE: Tickets must be redeemed at Stop 1 before boarding…

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What's Included
  • Hop on Hop off Tour of Philadelphia
  • Up to 25 stops to Hop-on and Hop-off
  • Live onboard commentary (English only)
  • Map of route and sites
  • 3 Ticket Types: 1/2/3 Days
What's Not Included
  • Entrance fees/attraction tickets
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
Additional Information
  • Schedules may differ slightly during peak and off-peak times
  • Please advise at time of booking if wheelchair assistance is required
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Climber43074663313
May 31, 2026
GOOD FUN - Good fun and food very nice information The money was not much. For all day ride
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Nancy
May 28, 2026
Great Experience! - We enjoyed our time seeing Philadelphia on the Big Bus! It hit all the highlights of Philadelphia and I really feel like I have a sense of where things are in Philadelphia. Hilary and Tommy were our guides and they were great. I didn’t care for the Red City Bus Tour. Both companies work together so you can get on whatever bus comes first. We actually got off the Red City Bus because the guide was so annoying. The Big Bus was great. I felt like we got a good value for our money.
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F2840rbcarmenw
May 9, 2026
Took the bus around town to get the layout. - Everything was smooth and easy to do. No issues with any of the reservations.
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R2297bycindyr
May 7, 2026
Super - Awesome, informative, and fun!
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Travelbernie47
Apr 28, 2026
Great way to see the city! - Such a great way to see the city. We stayed on the bus for the whole tour and then decided where we wanted to get off .
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635kristint
Apr 23, 2026
A great resource to get around Philly and reasonable too - I've been on about 5-6 Hop On Hop Off buses in other cities. We bought the 2-day pass and couldn't have been more pleased. The route covered around 25 stops and a fairly large area, including many attractions, statues, museums, downtown shopping areas, parks, etc. The map they included was fantastic. It not only was a great resource for the bus route itself, but also for maneuvering around the city. Definitely wear comfortable walking shoes and have a hat/visor ~~ the people sitting on the top deck have great views but they are wide open to the weather be it sun, rain, etc. We preferred the Big Brown Bus but the ticket was also good on the smaller red/yellow bus. The guides were very informative but we learned (the hard way!) that if you sit inside the bus and have a preferred stop, you need to let the bus driver know or they may not stop....
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Greg
Apr 20, 2026
Make Sure You Experience Philadelphia Via This Tour - The tour guide and driver were extremely courteous and helpful. The guide narrated the tour with just the right combination of humor and knowledge. The driver was very helpful in getting an issue with my electronic ticket resolved. I highly recommend this tour.
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Packanddashtravel
Apr 19, 2026
The Perfect One‑Day Solution — Big Bus Philadelphia Delivered Exactly What I Needed - If you’ve followed any of our socials, you already know that whenever we hit a new city without hiring a car, the Hop‑On Hop‑Off Big Bus is my absolute go‑to. And in Philadelphia, I REALLY needed this tour to hold true to its full glory — because I only had ONE day to zip around the city and my list was packed with must‑see stops. Big Bus Philadelphia absolutely delivered. The route covers all the major icons — Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell, City Hall, the Rocky Steps, the Philadelphia Museum of Art, Reading Terminal Market, the Betsy Ross House, and so many more historic highlights. It’s the fastest, easiest way to get your bearings and see the city’s biggest landmarks without stress. I hopped on and off at many of the stops, and even with a rushed itinerary, the calm and ease this form of transport offers truly confirmed why it’s my preferred way to explore any new city. No navigating unfamiliar streets, no parking headaches — just smooth sightseeing, clear commentary, and that iconic open‑top deck I choose every single time. For a one‑day whirlwind, Big Bus made everything possible. Highly recommend. We stored our bags at the train station and hit Philly for the day!
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Jw
Apr 18, 2026
Best way to see the city in 2 days. - This is an excellent way to get an overview and layout of the city, with informative guides providing notes of interest and fun facts. First thing you'll learn is that you can't just walk this city in one or two days. Hopping off at a site you want visit, then hopping back on the next bus 25min later let's you experience more with less leg fatigue. Do bring sunscreen and water and sit up top.
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Julie
May 20, 2026
Beautiful views from the top deck! - Loved the tour, but would appreciate the guide keeping politics out of the experience.
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