Welcome to

Philadelphia

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When you visit Philly, start at Independence Visitor Center.

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

Independence Visitor Center is the official visitor center of Philadelphia, located in Independence National Historical Park.

Our friendly, multilingual staff provide personalized service and free trip-planning advice for 2.5 million visitors each year.

What's Happening?

Philadelphia Marathon Weekend

One of the most historic races in the country, the Philadelphia Marathon has expanded to include a Half-Marathon, 8K, kids fun run, and weekend full of events for 30,000 participants, and their friends and families.

Philadelphia Thanksgiving Day Parade

The 100th Annual Philadelphia Thanksgiving Day Parade is the city's favorite family tradition, and the longest running Thanksgiving Day Parade in America.

Start Here

Turn your travel wishlist into a reality.

Start at Independence Visitor Center for discounts, insider tips, and access to everything you need to make your trip unforgettable.

Top Reasons to Start Here

Our Locations:

Independence Visitor Center

City Hall Visitor Center

Love Park Visitor Center

Rocky Statue Pop-Up Visitor Center

Fashion District Concierge Services

City Hall Tours:

City Hall Tower Tour

Enjoy a panoramic view from the city's highest open-air observation deck, 548 feet up! Ascend to the top of City Hall via elevator and see a spectacular view of the city Penn envisioned.

City Hall Interior Tour

Explore the history, art, and architecture of the world's highest masonry load-bearing structure on this two-hour guided tour.

Philly Favorites:

Betsy Ross House

Philly PHLASH Downtown Loop

Eastern State Penitentiary

National Constitution Center

Museum of the American Revolution