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Big Bus Tours Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA

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Big Bus Tours Philadelphia

Big Bus Tours Philadelphia is a tour in Philadelphia, PA, part of the Philadelphia guide. Cost: $25 to $50.

Independence Visitor Center, 599 Market St · Philadelphia, PA

Why you should go…

The classic open-top double-decker is still the smartest way to get your bearings: one loop connects Old City, the Parkway museums, Eastern State Penitentiary, and more than twenty stops in between, with entertaining live commentary along the way. Hop off wherever something catches your eye and catch the next bus when you're done. Perfect for first-timers and tired feet alike.

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