Go City Philadelphia: Explorer Pass with 3 to 7 Attractions at Philadelphia City Cards

Go City Philadelphia Explorer Pass Tickets

The Go City Philadelphia Explorer Pass gives you flexible access to 3, 4, 5 or 7 of Philadelphia's top attractions for one upfront price. You don't need to choose your attractions beforehand. Instead, you decide what to visit once you arrive in the city, making it perfect for spontaneous sightseeing.

Your pass works like a digital key to Philadelphia's best museums, historic sites and tours. Scan your phone at each attraction's entrance and you're in. Popular choices include the Hop-On Hop-Off Big Bus Philadelphia Tour for getting around the city, Eastern State Penitentiary where Al Capone was once imprisoned, and The Franklin Institute for hands-on science exhibits. You can visit multiple attractions in one day or spread your visits across your stay.

Highlights

• Hop-On Hop-Off Big Bus Philadelphia Tour for city-wide sightseeing
• Eastern State Penitentiary, the historic prison that held Al Capone
• The Franklin Institute with interactive science exhibitions
• Skip long ticket queues at many participating attractions
• Free Go City app with maps and attraction details
• No need to pre-select attractions before your visit

Plan Your Visit to Philadelphia with Explorer Pass

Your Explorer Pass activates on first use and remains valid for consecutive days. The exact validity period depends on which pass option you choose. Download the Go City app before you arrive to browse all available attractions and plan your route around the city.

Start early at popular sites to avoid queues, especially on weekends. You can visit as many attractions as you like per day, up to your pass limit. Keep your phone charged as you'll need to display your digital pass at each venue. If you're planning to explore more of Pennsylvania's historic sites, consider pairing your city exploration with Philadelphia hop-on hop-off bus tours that connect major neighbourhoods.

Philadelphia's compact centre makes it easy to walk between many attractions. For sites further out, the included Big Bus tour provides convenient transport with commentary about the city's rich revolutionary history and modern cultural scene.