United States of America · City Tours

Alexandria Virginia to Philadelphia by Rail Day Trip

1 Day Round trip from Washington Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Day trip by rail from Alexandria, Virginia to Philadelphia
  • 02 Explore Philadelphia with a hop-on hop-off tour
  • 03 Includes round-trip train tickets and a 2-course lunch
  • 04 Self-guided experience with time to discover at your own pace
  • 05 Visit one of America’s most historic cities in a single day

Take the train from Alexandria, Virginia for an easy day trip to Philadelphia and explore one of America’s most historic cities at your own pace. With round-trip rail travel, a hop-on hop-off tour, and lunch included, this experience makes it simple to enjoy a full day in the City of Brotherly Love.

Follow in the footsteps of famous former residents like Benjamin Franklin and Edgar Allan Poe as you discover Philadelphia’s streets, landmarks, and atmosphere. This self-guided trip is a convenient way to see more in a single day while keeping the freedom to explore independently.

Follow in the footsteps of famous former residents like Benjamin Franklin and Edgar Allan Poe as you discover Philadelphia’s streets, landmarks, and atmosphere.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Not included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Washington D.C., Philadelphia, Alexandria (Virginia)
Languages English

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • 2-course lunch
  • Hop-on hop-off tour

What's Not Included

This is Self Guided.

Know before you go

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Washington, US
Tour start
Washington, US
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 1 day finishes where it began, in Washington.

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