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The best trips start with the Independence Visitor Center Corporation.

Seeing the best of the City of Brotherly Love is as simple as starting at the right place. 

The Independence Visitor Center Corporation manages the official visitor center of greater Philadelphia.

Start here for ​​​​​free, personalized service and helpful information in a safe, clean, and sanitized environment.

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Visit Safely
The Independence Visitor Center is now open daily with health measures in place. Start here for expert guidance on how to safely enjoy your time in the Philadelphia region.
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Our Locations + Services:
City Hall Exterior Tour

City Hall Exterior Only Tour

City Hall Interior Tour

City Hall Interior & Exterior Tour

Independence Visitor Center

Independence Visitor Center

LOVE Park Visitor Center

LOVE Park Visitor Center

Philly PHLASH

Philly PHLASH Downtown Loop

PHLASH Stop 4
Reading Terminal Market Flower by PHLASH
Keep your tradition alive - start your visit to the Philadelphia Flower Show at the Reading Terminal Market with the Reading Terminal Market Flower Show Shuttle, serviced by PHLASH®, a $20 round-trip transportation package providing shuttle service between Reading Terminal Market and the 2022 Flower Show, located in FDR Park.
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Flower Show
Philadelphia Flower Show
The 2022 Philadelphia Flower Show will be "In Full Bloom" June 11-19 at FDR Park! The Show welcomes all on a journey to explore the restorative and healing power of nature and plants, while experiencing all that gardening offers to improve our lives.
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Celebrate the 4th in Philadelphia:

Salute to America Independence Day Parade

POPS on Independence

POPS on Independence

Wawa Hoagie Day

Wawa Hoagie Day

United States Army Band Pershing’s Own

U.S. Army Band "Pershing's Own" Concert and Fireworks

Wawa Welcome America July 4th Concert & Fireworks

Wawa Welcome America July 4th Concert & Fireworks

Things to Do:
Betsy Ross House

Betsy Ross House

Founding Footsteps Tours

Founding Footsteps Philly Phables Walking Tour

National Constitution Center

National Constitution Center

Earthquake Tables

LEGOLAND Discovery Center Philadelphia

Museum of the American Revolution

Museum of the American Revolution

Ticketing Procedure
Independence Hall
Visiting Independence Hall
Advance reservations are now required to tour Independence Hall. Reserve timed tickets online at Recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777. There is a $1 processing fee per ticket, and up to 9 tickets can be reserved on each account.
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Other Sites on Independence Mall:
The Liberty Bell

Liberty Bell Center

Congress Hall

Congress Hall

Old City Hall

Old City Hall

President's House Site

President's House Site

Second Bank of the United States

Second Bank Portrait Gallery

Top Questions
Where is the closest place to park by Independence Hall?

Convenient, onsite parking is available for visitors who start at the Visitor Center. The AutoPark at Independence Mall is a 24-hour, fully enclosed parking garage operated by the Philadelphia Parking Authority. Entrances are located on both 5th and 6th Streets, between Market and Arch Streets.

How can I redeem the Visit Philly Overnight Hotel Package?

Looking for a hotel deal when you visit Philadelphia? The Visit Philly Overnight Hotel Package is a great way to save when you stay over, available year-round with different perks included seasonally.

Learn more and find participating hotels: VisitPhilly.com/PackageHotels

Where is the Liberty Bell?

Since 2003, the Liberty Bell has been on display in a structure located on Independence Mall, called the Liberty Bell Center. No timed tickets are required to visit the Bell, but a security check is required for entry.