See Philadelphia's greatest icons — City Hall, the Liberty Bell, South Street, and the waterfront — from the open top deck of a classic double-decker bus with live narration, covering 30+ stops across the city at your own unhurried pace.
What to expect
Board the gleaming open-top double-decker near the Independence Mall and settle into the upper deck for sweeping views of the Philadelphia skyline as live commentary paints in the city's 350-year story. The route sweeps through Old City's cobbled historic district, past the ornate Second Empire grandeur of City Hall (with its bronze William Penn summit), along the Delaware waterfront, and through vibrant South Street. Hop off to explore Eastern State Penitentiary, the Italian Market, or the Barnes Foundation, then reboard a later bus at your leisure.
Good to know
Tickets are purchased directly from Big Bus at bigbustours.com/en/philadelphia. Buses run every 20–30 minutes; a full loop takes approximately 90 minutes non-stop. The route begins conveniently near Independence Hall, a 20-minute taxi from the cruise terminal. Adult tickets from USD 54; book online in advance for guaranteed boarding.