--- title: Big Bus Tours Philadelphia slug: big-bus-tours-philadelphia type: attraction sub_type: hop on hop off sightseeing source_url: https://www.tripster.com/detail/big-bus-tours-philadelphia city: Philadelphia state: PA country: US address: 3400 W Girard Ave geo: lat: 39.96962 lng: -75.19598 duration: up to 1.5 hrs cancellation_policy: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience. extracted_at: 2026-06-16T17:08:28.605Z price_from: amount: 52 currency: USD unit: per_adult availability: InStock rating: value: 4 count: 1862 scale: 5 ticket_options: - group: Other Options options: - name: Panoramic Night Tour price: 45.5 regular_price: 52 savings: 6.5 ticket_types: - name: Adult (13+ yrs) min_age: 13 - name: Child (4-12 yrs) min_age: 4 max_age: 12 - name: Hop-On, Hop-Off 1 Day Tour price: 47.25 regular_price: 54 savings: 6.75 ticket_types: - name: Adult (13+ yrs) min_age: 13 - name: Child (4-12 yrs) min_age: 4 max_age: 12 - name: Hop-On, Hop-Off 2 Day Tour price: 72.62 regular_price: 83 savings: 10.38 ticket_types: - name: Adult (13+ yrs) min_age: 13 - name: Child (4-12 yrs) min_age: 4 max_age: 12 - name: Hop-On, Hop-Off 3 Day Tour price: 100.62 regular_price: 115 savings: 14.38 ticket_types: - name: Adult (13+ yrs) min_age: 13 - name: Child (4-12 yrs) min_age: 4 max_age: 12 --- ## Overview Experience all the historic and iconic Philadelphia sights with Big Bus Tours. Explore Philadelphia at your own pace through a hop-on and hop-off sightseeing tour, visiting landmarks like the Museum of Art, City Hall, and Elfreth’s Alley with live commentary by entertaining guides. ## What's Included - Hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour around Philadelphia. - Live narration by English-speaking guides and pre-recorded commentary in various languages on select buses. - Access to panoramic views from open-top double-decker buses. ## What's Not Included - Food (not permitted on the tour). - Drinks without locking caps. - Pets except ADA service animals. - Luggage on board the bus. ## Ticket Options - **Panoramic Night Tour** — $45.50 (regularly $52.00, save $6.50) Discover Philadelphia after dark with a Big Bus night tour with a knowledgeable narrating guide aboard the open-top double-decker buses. The tour lasts approximately 90 minutes, including a stop at the Philadelphia Museum of Art. - Adult (13+ yrs) - Child (4-12 yrs) - **Hop-On, Hop-Off 1 Day Tour** — $47.25 (regularly $54.00, save $6.75) Climb aboard the hop-on, hop-off Big Bus Tour in Philadelphia aboard the open-top double-decker buses with English-speaking guides for one day. The whole tour duration is 90 minutes and includes a comprehensive route. This flexible ticket is valid on the date of redemption. - Adult (13+ yrs) - Child (4-12 yrs) - **Hop-On, Hop-Off 2 Day Tour** — $72.62 (regularly $83.00, save $10.38) Enjoy the 2-day hop-on, hop-off Big Bus Philadelphia tour aboard the open-top double-decker buses. The tour includes knowledgeable English-speaking guides and a comprehensive route. This flexible ticket is valid for two consecutive days from the date of redemption. - Adult (13+ yrs) - Child (4-12 yrs) - **Hop-On, Hop-Off 3 Day Tour** — $100.62 (regularly $115.00, save $14.38) Make the most of the 3-day hop-on, hop-off Philadelphia Big Bus tour aboard the open-top double-decker buses. The tour includes knowledgeable English-speaking guides and a comprehensive route. This flexible ticket is valid for three consecutive days from the date of redemption. - Adult (13+ yrs) - Child (4-12 yrs) ## Good to Know - Plan your own itinerary and enjoy Philadelphia at your own pace. - Flexible tickets can be used on any date; 2- or 3-day tickets must be used on consecutive days. - Tours operate on a central route with stops near all iconic landmarks. - The night bus tour is date and time-specific and stops only at the Philadelphia Museum of Art. - Suitable for all ages. - Download the Big Bus app for real-time bus stop locations and timing. - Child ticket policy: ages 4-12 require child tickets; under 16 must be accompanied by someone 16 or older; children 2 and under free; strollers must be folded and stowed on the lower deck. - Wheelchair-accessible vehicles with lifts available with advance notice; upper deck and some attractions may not be accessible. - No pets except ADA service animals. - No luggage allowed on board. - Food is not permitted; drinks only if in containers with locking caps. ## Cancellation Policy Free Changes & Cancellations — See details upon selection. ## FAQs ### Where does the hop-on, hop-off tour depart from? The hop-on, hop-off tour departs from the Independence Visitor Center (Stop #1) at the SW Corner of 6th and Market Streets. You can hop on and off the bus at any stop during the tour. ### What time do tours start and and how often do buses run? The first bus leaves at around 9:30 am from Stop #1 - Independence Visitor Center for the blue route. The buses run every 30 to 45 minutes. ### What can I see and visit during the tour? There are 27 stops along the blue route. See all the top sites in Philadelphia including the Museum of Art, City Hall, and Elfreth’s Alley. Do not miss the most fascinating landmarks including Independence Hall and Liberty Bell. ### Do I need to specify a date of travel? Yes, you need to select the date you’d like to hop on the bus. If you’re touring for more than one day, your ticket must be used across consecutive days, and the date you select at the time of booking should be the first day of your tour. The night tour also requires that you select a time of travel to guarantee your seat. ### How will I know where to get off? All our tours feature fully trained guides who give an informative historical-based commentary. The guide will be able to tell you about all available stops and where to get on and off the bus if you desire. ### What is the child ticketing policy? Passengers aged between 4 and 12 years must travel on a child ticket. All passengers under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a passenger over the age of 16. Children aged 2 years and under may travel free of charge. Strollers must be folded and stowed on the lower deck. ### Are accommodations available for persons with disabilities? Big Bus Tours operates wheelchair-accessible vehicles with lifts accommodating a max weight of 650 lbs. ADA-accessible vehicles can be arranged only with an advance notice indicating the exact location and time. Please leave a comment in the “Have Special Needs?” section above if you or anyone in your group requires this assistance. Please also note that the upper deck of the buses and certain attractions along the tour do not guarantee accessibility. ### Can I bring food and drink on the tour? Food is not permitted on the tour. Drinks are only permitted if they have a locking cap. ### What is the policy on bringing pets? No pets are allowed on board the bus, except ADA service animals. ### Is luggage allowed on board the bus? No, luggage is not permitted on board the bus at this time. ## Reviews > GREAT PERSON > — johnsQ7904CL, March 25, 2026