Trade stiff itineraries for a phone-sized key to Philadelphia’s best museums, tours and waterfront highlights. The Explorer Pass bundles timed-entry attractions, hop-on hop-off narration, and flexible sightseeing—here’s how to use it efficiently.
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Step off a cobblestone street into a pocket of American history and the city breathes around you. Brass plaques and sandstone facades point to meetings and arguments that reshaped a continent; the Delaware River glints nearby and dares you to trade the colonial map for one of modern neighborhoods. The Philadelphia Explorer Pass is a small plastic-free key on your phone that opens galleries, aquarium tanks, trolley narratives and a hop-on hop-off loop that stitches the city’s neighborhoods together.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1–30 days
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; expect several hours of walking on museum days and short transit legs between neighborhoods.
Wildlife
History
Philadelphia was the political heart of the American Revolution and an early industrial hub; many sites on the pass trace civic, scientific, and maritime chapters of that story.
Conservation
Museums and gardens on the pass participate in local conservation and education programs—follow venue rules, use provided waste bins, and favor public transit to reduce your footprint.
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Activate at your first attraction
Your pass activates on first use and is valid for 30 days—start with a timed-entry site to lock in dates and avoid wasting validity days.
Reserve in advance
Popular attractions require reservations through the Go City app—book early for Eastern State, the Franklin Institute, and the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Pack comfortable shoes
Historic districts and museum campuses are best explored on foot—expect several short walks (0.2–1 mile) between nearby stops.
Carry a portable charger
Your mobile pass, QR codes, and reservation confirmations live on your phone—keep power for entry and transit apps.
Comfortable walking shoes
Flat streets and museum floors reward supportive shoes for full days of walking.
Smartphone with Go City app
The digital pass, reservations, and guide live on the app—required for QR-code entry.
Refillable water bottle
Stay hydrated between indoor stops and while waiting for outdoor tours or buses.
summer
Light weather layers
Philadelphia weather changes quickly—pack a rain layer or a warm shell for cool evenings.
spring