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Independence National Historical Park
Advance Ticket Information
 

In planning your visit to Independence National Historical Park during March through December, we recommend that you reserve your Independence Hall tour tickets in advance online or by phone.

 

PLEASE NOTE:
TICKETS ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL OTHER TOURS OF INDEPENDENCE HALL !


Ticket Reservations - Tickets may be reserved up to one year in advance through the National Park Reservation system.


Online reservations:

Visit www.recreation.gov There is a $1.50 per ticket surcharge charge when you order online.

By Phone: You may call from 10AM to 10 PM Eastern Time.

Call 1-877-444-6777 Individuals and families
Call 1-877-559-6777 Group sales
Call 1-518-885-3639 International Calls

The Golden Eagle or National Park Pass does not cover this fee.

Teachers or tour leaders may reserve up to 80 tickets on each call, and families may reserve up to ten (10) tickets per call.

Reserved tickets must be picked up at the "Will Call" section of the NPS ticket counter at the Independence Visitor Center (6th & Market Sts.)

You must claim them (using reservation number and valid identification) at least 60 minutes before the tour on the day of your visit.

The 60 minute requirement allows sufficient time for a security check before entrance to Independence Hall.

The "Will Call" section is to the left at the desk. You do not need to wait in the walk-up ticket line.

Tickets not picked up 60 minutes before the tour will be released to walk-up visitors, or if there are seats available on a tour visitors will be added to the group.

Refunds are only available if the Park cancels a tour. No refunds are given at the Park.

Drawing of Independence Hall  

Did You Know?
In the summer of 1793 “ten thousand people in the streets of Philadelphia … threatened to drag Washington out of his house, and effect a Revolution in Government” but an outbreak of yellow fever dispersed the mob and saved the national government. (J Adams to T Jefferson, June 30, 1813)

Last Updated: September 29, 2009 at 11:58 EST