Independence Hall
The Declaration of Independence was signed here in 1776, and the United States Constitution in 1787. It is a World Heritage Site and a symbol of the founding of the United States.
Independence Hall is a red brick building in the Georgian style. Inside are the Assembly Room, where the Continental Congress met, and the Pennsylvania Supreme Court chamber. Entry is with a National Park Service ranger guide, and the tour lasts about 30 minutes. Admission is free. From March to December, you must reserve a timed ticket on recreation.gov, which carries a small booking fee. Security screening is required at the entrance, and tickets are collected at the Independence Visitor Center. The Liberty Bell and the National Constitution Center are in the same Independence National Historical Park, within walking distance.
Opening hours
09:00–17:00 (extended in summer)
Nearby sights
- Liberty Bell Center
- Franklin Court & Benjamin Franklin Museum
- Museum of the American Revolution
- National Constitution Center
- Betsy Ross House
- Christ Church, Philadelphia
- Elfreth's Alley
- Penn's Landing & Spruce Street Harbor Park