Penn Museum Admission: Explore 10,000 Years History
4.7
32 Ratings
Philadelphia
Discover 10,000 years of history at the Penn Museum, the largest University Museum in the US. Explore a diverse collection of over 1 million objects from around the world!
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Penn Museum - Open to all, the Penn Museum is home to remarkable objects and powerful stories that emerge from its excavations and research across the world. Connect with the cultures of Africa, Asia, the Americas, and the Mediterranean, from the very first cities of the Middle East to the pharaohs of ancient Egypt; from early Mexico to the lives of Native American communities today. Experience the richness of the ancient past, gain an understanding of our shared humanity, and find your own place in the arc of human history.
What's Included
- Inclusive of all fees and taxes
Additional Information
Positioned right on the University of Pennsylvania’s campus grounds, the Penn Museum holds the title of the biggest University Museum in the U.S.! Its collection boasts more than a million objects, covering 10,000 years of human history, making it possible for visitors to experience the world within one establishment!
In light of everyone’s wellbeing, starting from January 4, 2022, it is mandatory for all visitors to show vaccination proof (for those aged 5 and above) along with valid identification, and wear masks (for those aged 2 and over). The museum adheres strictly to the City of Philadelphia’s latest vaccine mandate.
Location
Penn Museum
3260 South St
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.7
(32 Ratings)
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Armrod
Oct 10, 2023
Great experience! - Fantastic museum! Beautiful. Interesting! Covers so many civilizations and time frames. If you’re interested in history like I am, 3 hours was Not enough time!
Great experience!
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I8935qbdaveb
Oct 8, 2023
Fascinating museum - This is a fascinating museum and the more I saw of it the more impressed I was.
I started off in the Egyptian section and worked my way through the rest of the museum.
I was so inspired by the museum that I spent much longer there than expected and therefore had to amend my plans for the rest of tge day.
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Kelly
Aug 11, 2023
Fascinating history - What a fascinating look into history. The Egypt exhibit was under renovation but still much of the exhibit was there. It covered so much and included things from prehistory to modern day. I really enjoyed the Asian exhibit, especially the Chinese lions.
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Wdctraver
Jul 31, 2023
Hidden Gem!!!! - This is a museum of antiquity and the collection is amazing and the museum is huge. Great for kids and adults. Little cafe inside. There is so much to see - so we picked one room to focus on and are definitely going back on our next trip to Philly. University parking is right next door. Beautiful garden in front. Wonderful. Hidden gem!
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695craiga
May 15, 2023
History buff must! - My wife and I, with two teens, spent about 3-4 hours here! We loved it!! There is so much history here it's unbelievable. For as stunning as it is, there is a certain sadness as well that we felt knowing all of the artifacts here are largely not in their homelands. The preservation of such artifacts is necessary and they clearly have done a fantastic job with it. We were just marveled by the endless wings and rooms of what is on display. We at lunch here too and it was very good!
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Judith
Apr 29, 2023
Worth the trip - Excellent experience!! If you are interested in their topic, do not hesitate. The collection is exceptional and the staff is so helpful. I think the signage could be better but the overall experience was great.
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Judith
Dec 3, 2022
A must see! - Outstanding! We visited the museum store on our way out and we’re very impressed with the knowledge and experience of the museum store staff. Made it a GREAT experience! Thank you!!!
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Andrew
Nov 29, 2022
A must-see museum for the whole family - This museum is a must-see for anyone visiting Philadelphia, including kids of all ages. An amazing collection of artifacts in an amazing space, reminding me of Rome's Pantheon.
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Joyce
Oct 3, 2022
A Must See - Amazing museum, absolutely a must see in Philadelphia. The combination of anthropology and archeology focus really helps to explain what it is that you're looking at and the museum's excellent displays of information, interactive areas, help visitors to really learn about their artifacts more succinctly. Really appreciate their efforts to display and explain their artifacts to visitors.
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Timjh96
Nov 6, 2022
Great museum - I really enjoyed the museum but I was on holiday and excited to see the Israel and Canaan exhibits but they were closed for the day I visited. Otherwise 5 star
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