Contact Info
Philadelphia, PA 19106
- Phone:
- 215-965-2305
- Phone:
- 215-597-8787
Basics
- Type:
- Historical Site,
National Park,
Other
Description
The old cracked Bell still proclaims Liberty and Independence Hall echoes the words, "We the People." Explore Franklin's Philadelphia and learn about the past and America's continuing struggle to fulfill the Founders' Declaration that "all men are created equal."
Hours + Fees
Hours:
The park is open daily with the exception of Christmas day. The major park sites are generally open from 9 am - 5 pm with extended hours of operation during the summer months. Building hours of operation and Special programs change seasonally.
Map + Directions
Basic Directions
The Park is easily reached via I-95, I-76 and I- 676.
From South
Take I-95 north. Follow signs for "Central Phila./I-676". Exit onto 6th Street. Take 6th Street south to the underground parking garage entrance between Arch and Market Streets.
From West
Take PA Turnpike (I-76) and exit at interchange 24, the Schuykill Expressway (I-76). Take Schuykill Expressway (I-76) to I-676 exit, Central Philadelphia. This is a left lane exit. Take I-676 to 8th Street exit and follow the signs for Independence Hall. Take 8th Street south to Market Street, turn left on Market Street. Take Market Street to 5th Street, turn left on 5th Street. A parking garage will be in the middle of the block on the left.
From North
Take N.J. Turnpike to exit 4. Take Rt. 73 north to Rt. 38. Take Rt. 38 west to US 30. Take US 30 west over the Benjamin Franklin Bridge. At the base of the bridge follow the signs for 6th Street. Take 6th Street south. There is an underground parking garage on the left between Arch and Market Streets.