Timed Entry Reservation - Location
$1.00Entrance to Independence Hall requires a guided tour. Tickets are required.
PA
Independence National Historical Park
Hours
Open daily · 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Entrance Fee
From $1.00
Timed Entry Reservation - Location
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Independence at a glance
- Best time
- March–May, October–November
- Trip length
- 1–2 days
- Don't miss
- Tour Independence Hall
- Nearby city
- Philadelphia, PA
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About Independence National Historical Park
The park represents the founding ideals of the nation, and preserves national and international symbols of freedom and democracy, including Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell. The Declaration of Independence and US Constitution were both debated and signed inside Independence Hall, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Weather Information
- Summer
are typically hot and muggy, fall and spring are generally mild, and winter is cold.
Snowfall is highly variable, with some winters bringing only light snow and others bringing several major snowstorms, with the normal seasonal snowfall standing at 22.4 in (57 cm). Precipitation is generally spread throughout the year, with eight to twelve wet days per month.
Entrance Fees
Operating Hours
Independence National Historical Park operates daily from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Hours of operation for certain historical buildings and facilities change seasonally throughout the year. Most of the park grounds are open 24 hours a day to pedestrians. All buildings are closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day. Please see the park's website for hours of operation. http://www.nps.gov/inde/planyourvisit/hours.htm
- Monday9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Tuesday9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Wednesday9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Thursday9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Friday9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Saturday9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Sunday9:00AM - 5:00PM
Common questions
Planning Independence National Historical Park
The summary above covers timing and highlights. These go deeper on reservations, crowds, and logistics — check Alerts and Permits for live updates.
TrailVerse lists 3 reservation types on the Permits tab, including Independence National Historical Park Tours and Independence Hall Tour. Recreation.gov listings can change seasonally — confirm current rules before you set dates.
