Independence Hall
Philadelphia, PA
The red-brick State House where the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution were debated. Timed tickets are usually needed for the interior, so book ahead and combine it with the nearby Liberty Bell.
Independence Hall in Philadelphia is regarded as the birthplace of the United States: the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution were debated and signed here. The building is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It stands on Chestnut Street (No. 520) and is part of Independence National Historical Park.
You can see the interior only on a guided tour. Timed tickets are required, and you should reserve them in advance through Recreation.gov (as of October 2026). Tours start every 20 minutes and are limited to 60 people. Arrive about 30 minutes before your tour for the security screening on 5th Street. According to the park service, there is also a no-ticket period at certain times in the morning; the exact times change, so check beforehand. The Liberty Bell Center and the Independence Visitor Center are nearby. Allow half a day for the tour and the surrounding area.
- Nearest town
- Philadelphia, PA
- Category
- History & culture
- GPS
- 39.9489, -75.1500
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Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually May and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in April, June and August. Cold, short days in January–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
Sources
Nearby
© Thomas from Philadelphia Area, USA · CC BY-SA 2.0Eastern State Penitentiary
© Thomas from Philadelphia Area, USA · CC BY-SA 2.0Valley Forge National Historical Park
© Ron Cogswell from Arlington, Virginia, USA · CC BY 2.0Brandywine Museum of Art
© Smallbones · CC0Brandywine Creek State Park
Campsites nearby
- Alverthorpe Park CampgroundCampsite10 mi from Independence Hall
- Bridgeport Speedway CampgroundMotorhome stopover13 mi from Independence HallMotorhomes
- Lake KandleMotorhome stopover16 mi from Independence HallMotorhomes
- RV ParkingMotorhome stopover16 mi from Independence HallMotorhomes
- YMCA of the PinesCampsite21 mi from Independence Hall
- Four Seasons Family CampgroundCampsite24 mi from Independence Hall
All campsites in Pennsylvania · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Independence Hall?
Independence Hall is in Philadelphia, PA, at GPS 39.9489, -75.1500. It is about 30 mi from New Castle.
Can you camp near Independence Hall?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Alverthorpe Park Campground, about 10 mi away; within 25 mi there are 11 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
What is there to see near Independence Hall?
Places worth a stop nearby: Eastern State Penitentiary (2 mi), Valley Forge National Historical Park (18 mi), Brandywine Museum of Art (24 mi) and Brandywine Creek State Park (25 mi).
When is the best time to visit Independence Hall?
The most pleasant months are usually May and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in April, June and August. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)