Internationally recognized, Philadelphia stands proudly as one of only eight U.S. destinations to be included in Michelin's distinguished collection of global guidebooks. This exclusive recognition, coupled with the city's vibrant arts and culture scene, expansive park system, and lively neighborhoods, makes Philadelphia an unforgettable destination.
Choose 3, 4, 5, or 7 Philadelphia attractions and go at your own pace – you will have 60 days to use your Explorer Pass from your first visit. With the Philadelphia Explorer Pass, you can enjoy greater savings than purchasing separate attraction tickets. Get hands-on at the Franklin Institute Science Museum, visit Al Capone's luxurious cell at the Eastern State Penitentiary, explore under the waves at Adventure Aquarium, or visit the Philadelphia Zoo.
The most popular attractions included in the Philadelphia Explorer Pass are:
• Philadelphia Zoo- Philadelphia’s Zoo360 gives animals more room to roam and you the opportunity to watch animals wander around the zoo via treetop walkways and tunnels. You will see tigers prowling above your head in suspended mesh enclosures and apes ambling over treetop bridges. There are even scheduled thunderstorms within the alligator and crocodile exhibit to replicate conditions in the Everglades.
• Museum of the American Revolution- The Museum of the American Revolution immerses you in the history of Philadelphia and is the perfect way to get an introduction to the city's many historic sites. Museum visitors are invited to explore this rich and complicated era and its connections to today's world. Through its unmatched collection of Revolutionary-era weapons, personal items, documents, and works of art, the Museum considers the complexities of our nation’s history and uplifts stories that have gone untold.
• Philadelphia Museum of Art- A trip to Philadelphia would not be complete without stopping at the Philadelphia Museum of Art. This 2-in-1 institution, both a famous film location and top-rated art museum, boasts an impressive collection of Renaissance, Impressionist, and Modern art. It also happens to be where pivotal scenes from Rocky were filmed.
• The Franklin Institute- Named after America's first scientist, Benjamin Franklin, The Franklin Institute is a hub of all things science and innovation. Kids and adults alike will love the hands-on exhibits. Take a journey through a two-story heart, climb aboard a 350-ton Baldwin steam locomotive, and become part of an electrical circuit! As well as modern technology and the human body, you will learn all about the world around us – from tectonic plates to starry skies.
• Ghost Tour of Philadelphia- Experience Philly's paranormal side. This family-friendly ghost tour is one of the oldest in the country and gives you an insight into the city's haunted history. You will learn all about the darkest secrets hidden in the shadows of America’s most historic and most haunted city. You will get to see many of the places where hauntings and other strange events have been reported.
Other attractions included in the Philadelphia Explorer Pass are:
• Hop-on hop-off Big Bus Philadelphia Tour
• Eastern State Penitentiary
• Adventure Aquarium
• Philadelphia Food & Cheesesteak Tour
• National Constitution Center
• Betsy Ross House
• Barnes Foundation
• Academy of Natural Science
• Battleship New Jersey Museum and Memorial
• Independence Seaport Museum
• Christ Church Burial Ground Tour
• Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History
• Dark Philly Adult Night Tour
• National Liberty Museum
Visit 3, 4, 5, or 7 top Philadelphia attractions and save up to 50% compared to purchasing individual attraction tickets. The Philadelphia Explorer Pass lets you choose from a list of top attractions in Philadelphia. Take the stress out of sightseeing with a multi-attraction pass that is accessible straight from your mobile phone and is valid for 60 days from your first visit. Browse your digital guidebook for where to go next, show your pass to be scanned at the entrance or ticket office, and you're in.
