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Philly By Night Double Decker Bus Tour

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On average, this is booked 10 (0.95) days in advance.
1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

Our Philly By Night tour offers a spectacular view of the city after dark, when our skyline is beautifully transformed with lights. The tour passes by historic sites such as the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall, and makes a stop at the Philadelphia Art Museum's "Rocky Steps" where you can snap a photo with the hometown hero or run to the top of the steps for the best view of the Benjamin Franklin Parkway and City Hall. The tour also travels through historic Society Hill and along Penn's Landing.

What's Included

  • Stop at the Philadelphia Art Museum's "Rocky Steps" where you can snap a photo with a hometown hero
  • Our Philly By Night tour offers a spectacular view of the beautiful lit city after dark
  • Center City Hotel Pickup
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel Drop Off
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Meeting Location

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1201 Market Street
1200 Filbert Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA

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North 12th Street & Filbert Street (pass by)

For a fun and informative overview on the city of Philadelphia, take the 'Philly By Night' double-decker bus tour. This 90-minute adventure offers a different perspective on the 'City of Brotherly Love' in the evening, with all the attractions and landmark locations lit up under the night sky. Departure Point: Philadelphia Marriott Downtown near Reading Terminal Market. Departure Time: 8pm Suggested boarding time: 7:30pm. 'Philly by Night' is not 'hop-on hop-off". Passengers will have the opportunity to climb the famous Rocky Steps at the entrance to the Museum of Art and to take pictures of the city's nighttime skyline. Enjoy live narration from a tour guide, who will share interesting stories about one of America's oldest cities.Along the way, visit Penn's Landing, South Street, the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, Chinatown, the Avenue of the Arts, the Ben Franklin Parkway, the Philadelphia Museum of Art, and much more.The tour ends back at the Marriott Downtown around 9:30PM
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Independence Hall (pass by)

For a fun and informative overview on the city of Philadelphia, take the 'Philly By Night' double-decker bus tour. This 90-minute adventure offers a different perspective on the 'City of Brotherly Love' in the evening, with all the attractions and landmark locations lit up under the night sky.
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Philadelphia City Hall (pass by)

For a fun and informative overview on the city of Philadelphia, take the 'Philly By Night' double-decker bus tour. This 90-minute adventure offers a different perspective on the 'City of Brotherly Love' in the evening, with all the attractions and landmark locations lit up under the night sky.
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United States Mint (pass by)

For a fun and informative overview on the city of Philadelphia, take the 'Philly By Night' double-decker bus tour. This 90-minute adventure offers a different perspective on the 'City of Brotherly Love' in the evening, with all the attractions and landmark locations lit up under the night sky.
Read more

Penn's Landing (pass by)

For a fun and informative overview on the city of Philadelphia, take the 'Philly By Night' double-decker bus tour. This 90-minute adventure offers a different perspective on the 'City of Brotherly Love' in the evening, with all the attractions and landmark locations lit up under the night sky.
Read more

Betsy Ross House (pass by)

For a fun and informative overview on the city of Philadelphia, take the 'Philly By Night' double-decker bus tour. This 90-minute adventure offers a different perspective on the 'City of Brotherly Love' in the evening, with all the attractions and landmark locations lit up under the night sky.
Read more

National Constitution Center (pass by)

For a fun and informative overview on the city of Philadelphia, take the 'Philly By Night' double-decker bus tour. This 90-minute adventure offers a different perspective on the 'City of Brotherly Love' in the evening, with all the attractions and landmark locations lit up under the night sky.
Read more

Liberty Bell Center (pass by)

For a fun and informative overview on the city of Philadelphia, take the 'Philly By Night' double-decker bus tour. This 90-minute adventure offers a different perspective on the 'City of Brotherly Love' in the evening, with all the attractions and landmark locations lit up under the night sky.
Read more

Philadelphia Museum of Art Steps

'Philly by Night' is not of the 'hop-on hop-off' variety, but passengers will have the opportunity to climb the famous Rocky Steps at the entrance to the Philadelphia Museum of Art and to take pictures of the city's nighttime skyline.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, an alternative date or full refund will be offered
  • The tour is fully narrated by a local, professional guide.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 45 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions (8)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Philly By Night Double Decker Bus Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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268 reviews

Average 4.56 out of 5 stars based on 268 traveler reviews collected by Cool Philly and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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Frequently Asked Questions (8)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Philly By Night Double Decker Bus Tour?
A:
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Stop at the Philadelphia Art Museum's "Rocky Steps" where you can snap a photo with a hometown hero.
  • Our Philly By Night tour offers a spectacular view of the beautiful lit city after dark.
  • Center City Hotel Pickup.
  • The tour passes by historic sites such as the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall.
  • Transport by bus with tour escort/host.
The following is NOT included:
  • Food and drinks.
  • Hotel Drop Off.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
A:

This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the Philly By Night Double Decker Bus Tour is as follows:

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Philly By Night Double Decker Bus Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Philly. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
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Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

Oct 2026

What's Included

Activity name

  • Stop at the Philadelphia Art Museum's "Rocky Steps" where you can snap a photo with a hometown hero
  • Our Philly By Night tour offers a spectacular view of the beautiful lit city after dark
  • Center City Hotel Pickup
  • The tour passes by historic sites such as the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall
  • Transport by bus with tour escort/host
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel Drop Off

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, an alternative date or full refund will be offered
  • The tour is fully narrated by a local, professional guide.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 45 travelers

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