Philly By Night Double Decker Bus Tour

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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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  • 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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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 adventure for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the adventure start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the adventure start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the adventure start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the adventure local time (EDT). Read more Apr 2025

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

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the adventure start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the adventure start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the adventure start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the adventure local time (EDT).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
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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?
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This adventure requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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

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

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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  • 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

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  • 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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