United States of America · City Tours

New York to Philadelphia Day Trip by Rail

16 Hours Round trip from New York Easy pace

Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island 60 minute cruise from Pier 36

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Round-trip day trip from New York to Philadelphia by rail
02 Explore the city with a hop-on hop-off tour
03 See major landmarks including Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell
04 Visit cultural attractions such as the Barnes Foundation
05 Enjoy time for shopping, dining and sightseeing at your own pace
06 Includes a 2-course lunch during your day in Philadelphia

Discover Philadelphia on a full-day rail trip from New York, with round-trip train travel and a hop-on hop-off tour included for an easy and flexible way to explore. Spend the day taking in the city’s historic landmarks, museums, shopping and dining at your own pace.

From icons such as Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell to cultural stops including the Barnes Foundation, this experience combines convenience with free time to enjoy the City of Brotherly Love. A 2-course lunch is also included, making it a well-rounded day out before your relaxing return journey to New York.

From icons such as Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell to cultural stops including the Barnes Foundation, this experience combines convenience with free time to enjoy the City of Brotherly Love.

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At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 16 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities New York, Philadelphia

Languages English, French, German

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Eastern State PenitentiaryLiberty Bell CenterIndependence HallNational Museum of American Jewish HistoryCarpenters' HallNational Constitution CenterHard Rock CafePenn StationSimeone Foundation Automotive MuseumThe Barnes FoundationPhiladelphia's 30th Street station, just blocks away from some of the most iconic historic sites in America.

After a day of shopping, dining and sightseeing, walk around historic 30th Street rail station and enjoy some coffee and pastries before your relaxing rail trip back to New York City Also included is a Dine4Less card to enjoy during your time in New York.

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