LocationIndependence Hall is located on Chestnut Street, between 5th and 6th Streets. Entrance is through a security screening area on Chestnut Street, just west of 5th Street. After passing through security, visitors line up behind Independence Hall for a tour. The GPS address for Independence Hall is 520 Chestnut Street.Hours and Fees
The security screening area closes 15 minutes prior to the building closure time, or earlier if all tours are full. TicketingTickets are required between 10:40 am to 4:20 pm. There is a $1.00 per ticket handling fee for tickets. Learn how to obtain tickets on the ticketing web page. Obtain your tickets on recreation.gov. Tickets can be printed in advance or shown on a mobile device for scanning at the time of entry.Tickets are not required to enter Independence Hall between 9 am to 10:30 am.
Independence Hall Tickets for Teachers/EducatorsNeed help obtaining Independence Hall tickets for your school group or other non-profit education group? Please visit the Plan a Field Trip web page for more information. *Individual reservations or commercial tour operators must reserve tickets through recreation.gov. Guided ToursGuided tours of the building run every 20 minutes between 10:40 am and 4:20 pm. Guided tours require a timed ticket.What to know about Independence Hall tours:
AccessibilityThe first floor of Independence Hall is accessible for those with mobility impairments. An audio description tour is available upon request. For those with hearing impairments, the "Birthplace of a Nation" pamphlet provides written information about the rooms shown on the tour and assistive listening devices are also available. American Sign Language interpretation is available by request. You must first reserve tickets and then call the park to arrange for an interpreter at least 14 days prior to your visit. Get the details on how to reserve an ASL interpreter here. SecurityAll visitors and their belongings are required to undergo screening to enter Independence Square. This includes all items in pockets, bags, medical devices, and underneath strollers and wheelchairs. Belongings must pass through an x-ray machine or pass visual inspection by security officers.
The screening area is located adjacent to Old City Hall, near the corner of 5th and Chestnut Streets. Images and Historical InformationWant to learn more about the architecture, history, and significance of Independence Hall? Additional resources about Independence Hall are available on our website. See photos and videos of Independence Hall below. More to Explore on Independence Square
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Last updated: October 29, 2024