The Day Trip From New York
In short: From NYC: Washington & Philadelphia Full Day Guided Tour lasts 15 hours and begins at 5:00 a.m. in the Times Square area. Its Philadelphia part, per the itinerary, is 20 minutes at the Liberty Bell, a 10-minute pass-by of Independence Hall and 25 minutes at the Rocky Statue; the rest of the day is Washington, D.C. The guide is bilingual, in English and Spanish.
What it is
A long guided day from New York that covers two cities. Philadelphia is roughly 95 miles from New York, and the listing spends most of the day in Washington, D.C. The listing notes that the itinerary is “subject to traffic conditions”.
The Philadelphia part of the itinerary
The listing gives these Philadelphia stops, with minutes:
- The Liberty Bell: a visit of 20 minutes.
- Independence Hall: a pass-by of 10 minutes.
- The Rocky Statue: 25 minutes.
The rest of the day is Washington, D.C., before the return to New York.
What it shows of the bell
Twenty minutes, per the itinerary. The listing does not say whether that time is spent inside the Liberty Bell Center or at the windows. The NPS lists a visit inside at 15 to 55 minutes, plus the wait for security, so on a busy day the line may not fit in 20 minutes. The bell is also visible through the large windows on Chestnut Street, as seeing it without the line explains. Independence Hall is a pass-by, not a tour.
Who it suits
Visitors based in New York with one day to spare who want a first look at Philadelphia and Washington, D.C. together, and who accept a short stop at each sight in exchange for not arranging transport. A slower Philadelphia day is possible independently; Philadelphia or New York and Philadelphia in one day set out that option. The listing states that it is not suitable for wheelchair users.
What travellers mention
Rhoda from the US describes a wonderful day with a friendly and helpful guide. Barbara from Italy calls it a fantastic, wonderful day.
Practicalities
Included
- Guided day covering Washington, D.C. and Philadelphia
- Bilingual guide, English and Spanish
- Round trip from New York
Not included
- Not stated in the listing
The listing states that under-18s must be accompanied by an adult, and that travellers with children under 8 bring their own child seat, under New York law. Pickup options are mentioned on the listing; check it for pickup details.
The day starts at 5:00 a.m. and lasts 15 hours, per the listing, so the pickup details and the route to the Times Square area are worth checking the night before.
Two alternatives
1, 2 or 3 daysPhiladelphia: Double-Decker Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour
Includes Independence HallPhiladelphia: Revolution and The Founders History Tour
Frequently asked questions
How long does the day trip spend at the Liberty Bell?
Twenty minutes, according to the itinerary, followed by a 10-minute pass-by of Independence Hall and 25 minutes at the Rocky Statue. Wait times explains why a visit inside may take longer than that.
What time does the day trip leave New York?
The listing gives a 5:00 a.m. start in the Times Square area and a total of 15 hours. Pickup options are mentioned on the listing; check it for details.
Can children join the day trip from New York?
The listing states that under-18s must be accompanied by an adult and that children under 8 need a child seat brought by the traveller, under New York law. Which tour covers what each listing says about children.