Costs nothing · Philadelphia, United States
15 Free Things to Do in Philadelphia
The best budget in travel is zero. These Philadelphia spots have verified free entry.
Free means verified: each entry policy here is checked, out of 64 tracked Philadelphia places. Updated monthly.
Wanamaker Organ
LandmarkThe Wanamaker Organ is a breathtaking musical instrument located in the Grand Court of Macy's department store in Center City Philadelphia.
Read our full guide →Rittenhouse Square
NeighborhoodRittenhouse Square is one of Philadelphia's most beloved public spaces, a beautifully landscaped park at the heart of the eponymous neighborhood.
Read our full guide →Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts
LandmarkThe Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts is a cultural cornerstone in Center City West, hosting world-class performances in music, dance, and theater.
Read our full guide →Macy's Philadelphia
MarketMacy's Philadelphia occupies the former Wanamaker's department store building, a Beaux-Arts landmark on Market Street. Stepping inside, you're greeted by a soaring seven-story atrium crowned with a stunning stained-glass skylight.
Read our full guide →Penn's Landing
Park & naturePenn's Landing is a historic waterfront park situated along the Delaware River in Philadelphia's Center City East.
Read our full guide →Italian Market
MarketThe Italian Market, stretching along South 9th Street from Wharton to Fitzwater Streets in Philadelphia, is one of the oldest and largest open-air markets in the United States.
Read our full guide →Congress Hall
LandmarkCongress Hall, located at the corner of 6th and Chestnut Streets in Philadelphia's historic district, served as the meeting place for the United States Congress from 1790 to 1800, when Philadelphia…
Read our full guide →South Street
LandmarkSouth Street is one of Philadelphia's most iconic and colorful thoroughfares, stretching from Front to 10th Streets in the heart of Center City East.
Read our full guide →Shane Confectionery
MarketShane Confectionery is a historic gem on Philadelphia's Market Street, operating since 1863. The shop's ornate interior, with original tin ceilings and vintage display cases, transports visitors to a bygone era.
Read our full guide →Second Bank of the United States
MuseumThe Second Bank of the United States, located on Chestnut Street between 4th and 5th Streets in Philadelphia's City Center East, is a striking Greek Revival building designed by architect William Strickland.
Read our full guide →Franklin Court
MuseumFranklin Court is a must-visit for history enthusiasts in Philadelphia. Located on Market Street, it marks the site where Benjamin Franklin lived and worked.
Read our full guide →Tomb of the Unknown Soldier of the American Revolution
LandmarkThe Tomb of the Unknown Soldier of the American Revolution stands as a poignant tribute in Philadelphia's Washington Square, a historic park that once served as a burial ground for thousands of…
Read our full guide →Rosenbach Museum and Library
MuseumThe Rosenbach Museum and Library is a gem in Philadelphia's City Center West neighborhood, housed in two connected 19th-century townhouses.
Read our full guide →Good Dog Bar
SightGood Dog Bar is a unique watering hole in Philadelphia's Center City that combines a cozy bar atmosphere with an indoor dog park.
Read our full guide →Science History Institute
MuseumLocated in the heart of Philadelphia's historic district, the Science History Institute offers a fascinating journey through the evolution of science.
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How we pick these
Every place here is genuinely free to enter. We filter the 64 Philadelphia places we track down to those with no admission charge, then rank them by traveler reviews. Updated monthly.
Good to know
A few museums are free only on set days — check opening info before you go.
Entry is free, but transport, snacks and lockers in Philadelphia still add up.
Free attractions draw crowds; mornings are usually the calmest.
Common questions
What can you do for free in Philadelphia?+
This list ranks the best no-cost things to do in Philadelphia, from parks and viewpoints to museums with free entry.
Are there free museums in Philadelphia?+
Some museums are free all the time and others on specific days. The verified-free ones are included above.
Is Philadelphia expensive to visit?+
You can see a lot of Philadelphia on a tight budget by leaning on the free attractions here and eating where locals do.
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