
Philadelphia Museums self-guided walking tour & scavenger hunt
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Is Philadelphia Museums self-guided walking tour & scavenger hunt worth booking?
Philadelphia Museums self-guided walking tour & scavenger hunt is a 3-hour experience in Philadelphia, United States, from $44 per person. It scores 53 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4/5 rating across 1 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 53 / 100
- Rating
- 4/5 (1)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $44 per person
Are you visiting Philadelphia? You must try our scavenger hunt through the Philadelphia Museum district to see all the sights! It will take you from City Hall to the Philadelphia Museum of Art all while taking a few side
What you get
About this experience
Are you visiting Philadelphia? You must try our scavenger hunt through the Philadelphia Museum district to see all the sights! It will take you from City Hall to the Philadelphia Museum of Art all while taking a few side trips and proposing challenges at every leg. All the while, you will learn some local history and get valuable local tips. This 3-hour self-guided walking tour is completed with your smartphone. You can start it at your leisure, on any day or time. You can also go as fast or as slow as you wish. Pause at any time and resume when ready.
What's included
Included
- Scavenger Hunt with 36 challenges to solve
- See 8 film locations from your favorite movies or TV series.
- Historical and architectural walking tour
- 38 locations with outstanding sights and history
Not included
- WiFi - internet access (data plan) is required to complete this activity
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Philadelphia
Once you're standing outside the north side of City Hall, and have completed the transaction with our website, log in with your account to begin your scavenger hunt.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Once you're standing outside the north side of City Hall, and have completed the transaction with our website, log in with your account to begin your scavenger hunt.
Options you can book
Explorer Scavenger Hunt
Duration: 5 hours: This scavenger hunt takes you to the Fairmont Water Works and Eastern State Penitentiary after the Museum of Art. Longer route: This route is 8.32km/5.17mil and can take you up to 6 hours to complete.
Regular Scavenger hunt
Duration: 3 hours: The regular scavenger hunt can take you 2-3 hours to complete. It is 4.7km/2.9mi of walking. Shorter route: This option takes you along the Schuylkill River after the Museum of Art, back to your start location after a few more stops.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, fr
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Tourist Scavenger Hunt
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
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Traveler reviews
1 verified traveler reviews for Philadelphia Museums self-guided walking tour & scavenger hunt. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Scavenger Hunts are Fun !
Very fun idea to get us through the city. The instructions were helpful and the things to do were interesting to learn. I did it with my 20 year old son and it was a fun way to learn, be together and not feel like we were in school because it was an adventure too!
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Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $44 to $81
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 53
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Philadelphia Museums self-guided walking tour & scavenger hunt: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Philadelphia.
How much does Philadelphia Museums self-guided walking tour & scavenger hunt cost?
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Prices start at $44 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 Philadelphia Museums self-guided walking tour & scavenger hunt take?
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Plan for about 3 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 Philadelphia Museums self-guided walking tour & scavenger hunt worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 53 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4/5 across 1 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 Philadelphia Museums self-guided walking tour & scavenger hunt?
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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 Philadelphia Museums self-guided walking tour & scavenger hunt suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Philadelphia Museums self-guided walking tour & scavenger hunt?
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Around 0 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 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Philadelphia Museums self-guided walking tour & scavenger hunt 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.
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