Independence Hall is the birthplace of America.  In this building, the Declaration of Independence and U.S. Constitution were both debated and signed. The legacy of the nation's founding documents - universal principles of freedom and democracy - has influenced lawmakers around the world and distinguished Independence Hall as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Admission is free, but timed tickets are required for tours, except for during the months of January and February; after 5 p.m. during extended summer hours; or on holidays, including Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, and Independence Day. 

A limited quantity of free tickets are distributed from Independence Visitor Center daily beginning at 8:30 a.m., on a first-come, first-serve basis from the National Park Service Ranger Desk.

Advance reservations are available for a $1.00 handling fee online or by calling 1 (877) 444-6777, and must be redeemed in person on the day of your tour at Independence Visitor Center.