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Highlights
- Delight in the historical tales, cultural highlights and entertaining stories told by highly-trained staff serving as your guide.
- See spectacular city views from London-style open-top double decker buses.
Board the Big Bus Double Decker and enjoy the history, cultural attractions, dining and shopping along the route.
Hop on and off at any of the 27 stops or just sit back and enjoy the ride.
These open-top tours of the city offer the most spectacular views and entertaining live commentaries from fully-trained and friendly guides.
See Philly at your own pace by hopping on and off.
Drivers take you through the perfectly laid out streets that were established when the city was founded in 1682.
Location
BIG BUS COMPANY AND PHILADELPHIA TROLLEY WORKS
6th & Market St
Philadelphia PA 19146
Tours depart from the Independence Visitor Center located at 6th & Market streets.
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Hours
For the month of December, tours will run on Saturdays at 10am, 12pm, 2pm and 4pm.
Please arrive 20 minutes before desired departure time.
Closed Christmas Day and New Year’s Day.
(215) 389-TOUR (8687)
phillytour.com
Offers/Upgrades
Additional Days: Add additional days to your pass; inquire about pricing and availability when you present your CityPASS ticket to be scanned.
Advice for Visitors
Tips:
- Philadelphia Trolley Works and Big Bus Company accesses many CityPASS attractions, plus other Philadelphia landmarks like the Rocky Steps, Independence Hall and City Hall.
- Free courtesy shuttle pick-up from all center city locations during normal operating hours.
- For route info, see the printable Phila Trolley route map.
- Audio tours are available in Spanish, Portuguese, French, German, Italian and Mandarin.
- Tours run rain or shine. Please dress accordingly for the weather the day of the tour.
- For everything you need to know to plan your visit, click here.
Best time to visit: Start your Philadelphia Trolley Works and Big Bus Company tour in the morning to maximize your tour experience.
Accessibility: ADA vehicles are available. Please give 24 hours notice to ensure accommodations.
Groups: Groups of 10 or more: Please call (215) 389-TOUR (8687) at least 24 hours before arrival.