Free Things to Do in Philadelphia

If you're heading to historic Philadelphia, consider visiting the following attractions, which are free admission.

Liberty Bell, 6^th and Market Streets

Free things to do in Philadelphia include visiting the Liberty Bell. The Liberty Bell is the symbol of American freedom and has some interesting history. One fact about this landmark is that the Pennsylvania assembly ordered the Liberty Bell in 1751 to commemorate William Penn's 50-year anniversary of the Pennsylvania Constitution.

Independence Hall, 6^th and Chestnut Streets

Free attractions in Philadelphia include the Independence Hall. Independence Hall is where the Declaration of Independence was signed and where the Articles of Confederation and the Constitution were drafted. The Second Continental Congress also met here during the Revolutionary period. This historic site can be visited by tour only.

Old City Hall, 5^th and Chestnut Streets

Free things to do in Philadelphia include visiting Old City Hall. Old City Hall was home to the first Supreme Court from 1791 to 1800 and served as Philadelphia's second City Hall.

Declaration House, 7^th and Market Streets

Free attractions in Philadelphia include the Declaration House. Thomas Jefferson drafted the Declaration of Independence in this historic landmark. The second floor of the house was rented out by Jefferson while he drafted the document in under three weeks.

Franklin Court, 3^rd and Market Streets

Free things to do in Philadelphia include visiting the Franklin Court. The former residence of Benjamin Franklin was converted to a museum exhibiting many of Franklin's accomplishments during his lifetime, including paintings, objects, and inventions. He was a statesman, scientist, printer, and inventor. An 18-minute movie is featured.

Congress Hall, 6^th and Chestnut Streets

Free attractions in Philadelphia include Congress Hall. The Bill of Rights of the Constitution was born in Congress Hall. In addition, the US Congress met for a decade in the late 1700's before the Capital was transferred to Washington, D.C. A few early US Presidents were inaugurated at this landmark.

Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, 6^th and Walnut Streets

Free things to do in Philadelphia include visiting the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Located in Washington Square, this area was called "potter's field" during the Revolutionary War. Thousands of soldiers were buried here, in what was a mass grave. A memorial was built to commemorate those who fought and died for American independence. This is an outside attraction.

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