
City Sightseeing Philadelphia HOHO Bus Tour + Bookable Extras
Traveler rating
3.7/5
Based on 179 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is City Sightseeing Philadelphia HOHO Bus Tour + Bookable Extras worth booking?
City Sightseeing Philadelphia HOHO Bus Tour + Bookable Extras is a 1.5-hour experience in Philadelphia, United States, from $54 per person. It scores 47 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3.7/5 rating across 179 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 47 / 100
- Rating
- 3.7/5 (179)
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- From
- $54 per person
Discover the countless sights Philadelphia has to offer on this thoroughly enjoyable hop-on hop-off bus tour! You'll see all of Philly's iconic landmarks in your own time, including Love Park, Penn's Landing, Philadelphia Zoo and much more! On this 1, 2 or 3 day double-decker tour, you can hop-on and off as many times as you want, or stay on the bus for a full loop. Choose a 1.5 hour Night Tour to experience the dazzling lights of Philadelphia under the starry sky on a Panoramic bus tour. On this tour you can experience Philadelphia's most iconic sights such as Independence Hall, the famous Rocky Steps and Liberty Bell (must be booked separately from the hop-on hop-off bus tour).
What you get
About this experience
Discover the countless sights Philadelphia has to offer on this thoroughly enjoyable hop-on hop-off bus tour! You'll see all of Philly's iconic landmarks in your own time, including Love Park, Penn's Landing, Philadelphia Zoo and much more! On this 1, 2 or 3 day double-decker tour, you can hop-on and off as many times as you want, or stay on the bus for a full loop. Choose a 1.5 hour Night Tour to experience the dazzling lights of Philadelphia under the starry sky on a Panoramic bus tour. On this tour you can experience Philadelphia's most iconic sights such as Independence Hall, the famous Rocky Steps and Liberty Bell (must be booked separately from the hop-on hop-off bus tour).
What's included
Included
- Audio guide commentary in 12 languages + headphones
- Stops near all the major sights
- 1, 2 or 3-day hop-on hop-off bus tour (depending on option selected)
- Tour map
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Entry to attractions
Options you can book
2 Day Bus Ticket
With this option, explore Philadelphia with a hop on hop off bus ticket, valid for 2 days from first use.
1.5 Hour Night Tour
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes Panoramic bus tour
1 Day Bus Ticket
With this option, explore Philadelphia with a hop on hop off bus ticket, valid for 1 day from first use.
3 Day Bus Ticket
With this option, explore Philadelphia with a hop on hop off bus ticket, valid for 3 days from first use.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, zh-TW, en, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- City Sightseeing Ltd - USA and Middle East
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Season: All Year Round excluding Thanksgiving and 25 December
- First departure from Stop 1 at 9:30am
- Last departure from Stop 1 at 4pm
- Tour duration: 90 minutes
- Frequency: buses run every 15 minutes
- Mobile and printed paper vouchers are accepted on this tour. All vouchers for the bus tour must be redeemed at 21 South 5th Street
- With your voucher, enjoy flexible access for up to 12 months from the travel date you select at check-out.
- Please note, the Bus Tour and Night Tour tickets are all sold separately so the appropriate ticket will need to be selected
- The 1.5 hour Panoramic Night Tour has 2 daily departures at 6:30pm and 8pm. Suggested boarding time is 20-30 minutes prior to selected departure time. Meeting Point: The City Sightseeing kiosk, 80 S. 6th Street, Philadelphia. Please note that this is a panoramic tour and not a hop-on hop-off bus tour. There will be a live guide in English
- Vouchers for the Panoramic Night Tour must be redeemed at 80 South 6th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106 (Stop 28, corner of 6th and Chestnut Street)
- Please note, the bus tour will not operate on Friday 3rd July
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 179 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
5 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
5 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Traveler reviews
179 verified traveler reviews for City Sightseeing Philadelphia HOHO Bus Tour + Bookable Extras. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Unexpected drop off.
Pleasant ride with decent commentary. Unfortunately, we got on at Reading Market, which was not stop one. Once we got to what WAS stop 1, we were made to get off in a place far from where we needed to be. That was rather inconvenient, having thought we would get the entire loop regardless of where we got on.
Response from the operator: Dear Lori, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback on our City Sightseeing Philadelphia Hop-On Hop-Off Tour, and thank you for your kind words about the ride and commentary. We are very sorry to hear about the inconvenience at the end of your loop. You are absolutely right; you should be able to board at any of our stops, including Reading Terminal Market, and stay on board for a complete loop without being asked to get off at Stop 1. You should not have been made to disembark far from where you needed to be, and we completely understand how frustrating that must have been. This is not our standard procedure, and we have shared your comments with our Philadelphia operations team to ensure all drivers and staff are reminded that guests can remain on board for the full circuit regardless of where they join. Thank you again for your feedback. It really helps us improve. Kind regards, City Sightseeing Philadelphia HOHO Bus Tour + Bookable Extras Team
via Viator
Disappointed
The employees were friendly and knowledgeable, but the service itself could be improved. They only had one bus running during a rain storm which resulted in long waits in the rain . We couldn’t board the bus at all stops, so we had to walk a mile and a half to redeem our voucher in the rain
Response from the operator: Dear Alfred, thank you for taking the time to share your feedback for City Sightseeing Philadelphia HOHO Bus Tour + Bookable Extras, and we sincerely apologize for the disappointing experience you had. We are glad to hear our employees were friendly and knowledgeable, and we will make sure to pass your kind words to them, but we are truly sorry to hear about the long waits in the rain due to only one bus running, that you couldn't board at all stops, and that you had to walk a mile and a half to redeem your voucher in the rain. This is absolutely not the level of service or bus experience we want to provide. Your comments about service frequency during bad weather and voucher redemption are very important and have been shared with our local operations team in Philadelphia to review and improve, especially for rainy days. Team City Sightseeing Philadelphia HOHO Bus Tour + Bookable Extras
via Viator
Staff was Outstanding
Staff was really friendly, professional and informative. Worth the time especially when your time is limited. Only negative I can say it was 30 min. Between buses so plan accordingly
via Tripadvisor
Fantastic communications...
Fantastic communications from the company both prior and during visit. Guides were very knowledgeable and provided new historic details The ease of on and off was fantastic.
via Viator
Best city hop on hop off experience.
Excellent tour guide, knowledgeable, funny and very personable. Highly recommend visiting Philadelphia and seeing the historic highlights by utilizing the hop on , hop off bus tour.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $54 to $121
- Booked in 30 days
- 63
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by City Sightseeing Ltd - USA and Middle East, who run 9 experiences we rank across 6 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 53.1.
See everything City Sightseeing Ltd - USA and Middle East runsWhy this scores 47
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City Sightseeing Philadelphia HOHO Bus Tour + Bookable Extras: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Philadelphia.
How much does City Sightseeing Philadelphia HOHO Bus Tour + Bookable Extras cost?
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Prices start at $54 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Philadelphia usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does City Sightseeing Philadelphia HOHO Bus Tour + Bookable Extras take?
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Plan for about 1.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Philadelphia is not rushed.
Is City Sightseeing Philadelphia HOHO Bus Tour + Bookable Extras worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 47 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.7/5 across 179 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Philadelphia, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule City Sightseeing Philadelphia HOHO Bus Tour + Bookable Extras?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is City Sightseeing Philadelphia HOHO Bus Tour + Bookable Extras suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book City Sightseeing Philadelphia HOHO Bus Tour + Bookable Extras?
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Around 63 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Philadelphia can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Philadelphia and add a light layer if any part of the 1.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does City Sightseeing Philadelphia HOHO Bus Tour + Bookable Extras start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Philadelphia within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Philadelphia?
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Philadelphia's core is walkable: Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell need timed entry, the mural arts programme runs the largest public art collection in the country, and the Reading Terminal and Italian Market food walks fill the middle of the day. Outty Ranking favours operators who secure Independence Hall tickets rather than sending you to the visitor centre queue. On Outty we rank every Philadelphia experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Revolution and the Founders: History Tour of Philadelphia, Dark Philly Adult Night Tour, Philadelphia Old City Historic Walking Tour with 10+ Top Sites. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Philadelphia?
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April to June and September to October, mild weather and open patios. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Philadelphia?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in City Sightseeing Philadelphia HOHO Bus Tour + Bookable Extras?
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Included: Audio guide commentary in 12 languages + headphones; Stops near all the major sights; 1, 2 or 3-day hop-on hop-off bus tour (depending on option selected); and Tour map. Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off; Gratuities; Food and drinks, unless specified; and Entry to attractions. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
What languages is City Sightseeing Philadelphia HOHO Bus Tour + Bookable Extras offered in?
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It is offered in German, Chinese, English, French and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for City Sightseeing Philadelphia HOHO Bus Tour + Bookable Extras?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is City Sightseeing Philadelphia HOHO Bus Tour + Bookable Extras wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; and Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to City Sightseeing Philadelphia HOHO Bus Tour + Bookable Extras if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Philadelphia. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about City Sightseeing Philadelphia HOHO Bus Tour + Bookable Extras?
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Across 179 reviews averaging 3.7 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, value for money. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
What booking options are available for City Sightseeing Philadelphia HOHO Bus Tour + Bookable Extras?
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There are 4 options to choose from, including 2 Day Bus Ticket, 1.5 Hour Night Tour, 1 Day Bus Ticket, 3 Day Bus Ticket. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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