Philadelphia by Train from New York

Philadelphia has more American history than any other city in the United States. On this not an escorted day trip, experience the streets and sights of "America's Birthplace" and home to the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall. Enjoy hop-on, hop-off sightseeing on the Philadelphia Trolley Works, and a leisurely lunch in the heart of downtown.

Famous as "America's Birthplace" and home to the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall, Philadelphia has more American history than any other city in the United States. Enjoy the Amtrak rail journey from New York to Philadelphia where you will travel through the streets and sights dating back to the first days of America! Use your day pass for hop-on, hop-off sightseeing on Philadelphia Trolley Works tour and lunch at leisure in Reading Terminal Market (substitution on Sundays) in the heart of downtown. This is not an escorted day trip.

Philadelphia Trolley Works City Tour:
Experience the history! You make the choice! Step aboard one of the signature burgundy and green Victorian-style "open-air" trolleys or climb on top of a New Stars and Stripes Double Decker Buses. Enjoy the view as the past meets the present through the colorful narrative of an experienced tour guide, bringing old and new Philadelphia to life on a 90 minute fully-narrated "City Tour". Enjoy the entertaining, humorous stories and fascinating facts about Philadelphia's famous sights and attractions. You have the freedom of unlimited on-and-off privileges between the Trolley and the Stars & Stripes at any of the 20 stops throughout the day.

Schedule details

Philadelphia by Train

Departure Point:

New York Pennsylvania Station (Midtown Manhattan - 33rd St, between 7th and 8th Ave.)

Departure Time:

Various early morning departures, depending on train schedule.

Pricing information

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Additional information

Liberty Bell

Inclusions:

• Round trip rail ticket via Amtrak between New York and Philadelphia
• Day pass for hop-on, hop-off sightseeing on Philadelphia Trolley Works
• Lunch at historic Reading Terminal Market in the heart of downtown

Exclusions:

• Gratuities (optional)
• Hotel pickup and drop off

Additional Information:

• Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
• Train journey from New York to Philadelphia is approximately 1.5 hours
• Infant rates apply provided they do not occupy a seat
• Passengers MUST go to the Visitor Center after 4:00PM ONE DAY PRIOR to departure and exchange their vouchers in order to receive their travel documents and other important information.
• In the unlikely case of trains being canceled due to weather, all accommodation, meals and personal expenditures are the sole responsibility of the customer

Local Operator Information:

Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your Confirmation Voucher. Our Product Managers select only the most experienced and reliable operators in each destination, removing the guesswork for you, and ensuring your peace of mind.