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Independence Hall

Chestnut Street between 5th and 6th Streets, Philadelphia, PA 19106
215 965 2305
As featured in 3 days in Philadelphia
Ranked #6 of 258 attractions in Philadelphia
4.5 of 5 stars 469 Reviews
Type: Historic Sites, Government Buildings, Architectural Buildings, History Museums
Activities: Group tours/walking tour, City walk sightseeing
Fee: No
Description: Both the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution were signed in this historic building.
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Minneapolis, Minnesota
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31 reviews 31 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 27, 2012 NEW

Make sure you get your tickets at the visitor center early, as only place to get free timed tour tickets. More

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Oakville, ontario
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92 reviews 92 reviews
Reviews in 34 cities Reviews in 34 cities
30 helpful votes 30 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 27, 2012 NEW

One has to book ahead and submit to a security check before entering this venue. There are also different people from around the world that visit this site as well. Our National Park Service guide was very knowledgeable and when talking to her, she had a degree in American History. In my personal opinion, a good match for this historic... More

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Hartford, Connecticut
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 26, 2012 NEW

I liked the liberty bell, but to be totally honest, I hated that we had to go through security like we did to see something that was PART OF OUR HERITAGE! Although I understand why, it seemed intrusive. Also it is extremely hard to take photos because the other tourists will shove you out of the way. More

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Philadelphia
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26 reviews 26 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 26, 2012 NEW

This is where it all began. The visit is short, well-organized, and gives you a great feeling about the period and the place. See it to understand what the US is all about. More

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW

Skilled and fun guides told us about the happenings around the Declaratin of Independence. Very interesting! More

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Jenkintown, Pennsylvania
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW

Well, this is where it all started!! The Revolution against King and Country. Very well done and exceedingly fascinating to hear the other side of the story. In the UK the Revolutionary War doesn't really get a lot of airtime so it was interesting to hear the American version - wrong of course :-) - but who's counting?? More

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Duarte, California
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012 NEW

Almost didn't make it to this one - but glad I did. I would say this is the most important site to visit. Get the ticket and do the tour - well worth it. More

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Olympia, Washington
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012 NEW

very interesting! It is so much fun to see American history in 3D More

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Charlotte
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7 reviews 7 reviews
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012 NEW

It's not really my thing, but I had to at least see it. Would be good for families with kids or a big history buff. More

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New Jersey
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32 reviews 32 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
50 helpful votes 50 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012

Independence Hall is a place every American should visit. At its core, it is the location where a good portion of our country's fate and current form of government were determined. You get a real feel for what type of dialogue took place between men like Ben Franklin, Thomas Jefferson, and John Adams just by being in the room. Alone,... More

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