Eastern State Penitentiary

Category: History museum in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Address: 2027 Fairmount Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19130, USA

Phone: +12152363300

Opening hours

Sunday: 10AM–5PM

Monday: 10AM–5PM

Tuesday: 10AM–5PM

Wednesday: 10AM–5PM

Thursday: 10AM–5PM

Friday: 10AM–5PM

Saturday: 10AM–5PM

Reviews

Anthony M

Sep 20, 2022

This is a really cool place to visit. There's nearby parking if needed, otherwise it's an easy walk in a nice part of town. The audio tour is very informative, you can see the main highlights in an hour or so or spend most of the day here. There's a lot to see, and plenty of extra audio segments outside of the main tour. The staff is friendly and the grounds are well kept. Highly recommended place to visit as a tourist. You can always see the halloween show in October during the evenings as well!

Sharon Marshall

Sep 16, 2022

Love it

Debrah Gyuraki (Debbs)

Sep 14, 2022

My adult son and took a tour for approximately 2 - 2.5 hours. It’s a great tour that took us back to history providing an overview of the place and the lives of the prisoners. We were taken to various cell blocks and departments guided via audio they offered us during entry. Some of the notable areas of the tour include kitchen, baseball field , death row, the hole , hospital row , Al Capone’s cell, the watch tower. Moreover, the structure itself is very interesting. The center of the penitentiary radiates 7cell blocks from where you can explore various blocks and come back to the center again. An informative trip that was worth every penny! I would suggest paid parking. It’s very close to the penitentiary. We didn’t go that route. It was a nightmare.

Monica Priscila

Sep 13, 2022

Really enjoyed the experience. Would definitely recommend an hour fun thing to do with someone

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Questions & Answers

How much is a ticket to the attraction?

annie smith | Sep 21, 2017
Nicole Perez | Sep 21, 2017

If you buy online the tickets are 14 for both the guide led tour and the audio tour. If you buy tickets at the door they are 16.

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How much does anyone know what the whle tour cost, walk through, n find out what realy happened,very intrested.want to go.heard so much about it. Thank you

helen tice | Sep 21, 2018
Bran-tastic | Sep 21, 2018

It is about 10 or 15 per person and the tour can be self guided. You can choose to wear headphones for an audio tour or not. I went on my own and found it very interesting. Spent a few hours in it.

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Are there records available from 1918 to 1923? How can I find out about a particular prisoner?

Diane Price | Sep 21, 2017
Thomas Devlin | Sep 21, 2017

I didn't ask about records. Alot of stuff was lost during the 25 years it was close. If you contact the prison I'm sure they will point you in the right direction

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Can I carry my dslr camera inside ?

Gargee Chowdhury | Aug 21, 2022
Jessica Morales | Aug 21, 2022

Yes you can, the natural light inside the penitentiary is stunning, you are going to capture amazing pictures.

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What day is it good to go in October

Alejandro Gonzales | Sep 20, 2020
Ed C | Sep 20, 2020

Whatever day fits your schedule The tickets are timed for entry so it's never to bad

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Is it open today?

DUKE of RANDOM | Sep 21, 2019
Fabio Grossule | Sep 21, 2019

It is open every day from 10.00 am to 5.00 pm

Where is the best parking while I'm there? Not concerned about price, as long as it's close by.

Jason Callis, Sr. | Sep 21, 2018
zevy halberstam | Sep 21, 2018

There is a parking lot right accros the street

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Are dogs allowed?

James Brown | Oct 25, 2021
Emerald Sims | Oct 25, 2021

Not unless it's a service dog, I believe.

Is the Haunted House happening this year ? 2020 sucks i know but just asking

Taskin Driven | Sep 20, 2021
Deborah Johnston | Sep 20, 2021

No, but they are open some nights which is a new perspective on the penitentiary. Showing some cool film shorts as well.

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is this opened now?

Nilson Benavides | Sep 20, 2020
Andy Riley | Sep 20, 2020

No it was closed 😥

Do they allow dogs on the premises?

Jad Atoui | Sep 20, 2020
jamari jay | Sep 20, 2020

no

What's the price

Al Alexander | Sep 20, 2020
Joe Seluk | Sep 20, 2020

$10 for students and children ages 7-12. When purchasing at the door, admission is $16, $14, and $12, respectively. (Not recommended for children under the age of seven.)admission is $14 for adults,

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Do you have pay for Parking?

all4madlin | Sep 21, 2019
F Kai | Sep 21, 2019

There's a parking lot next to the penitentiary. You have to pay but there's also street parking.

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Has anyone ever heard of the Jersey devils isn't that next door damn

Jason Wall | Sep 21, 2019
Zhi Su | Sep 21, 2019

Are you thinking Devil's Alley Bar &Grill? 1907 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19103, USA

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Is it suitable for elderly to walk around?

Keong Fong | Sep 21, 2019
Ryan Nunes | Sep 21, 2019

Yes, just careful the ground isn't level all around

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Is it suitable for children ?

Al Allen | Sep 21, 2019
Ryan Nunes | Sep 21, 2019

It's a great stop when in Philly. I would say a 7 or 8 year old should be old enough to retain the information.

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Good afternoon. The audio is also in Spanish?

CHAKA1ist | Sep 21, 2019
Leanne M | Sep 21, 2019

No, I think they only have audio in English

Is tomorrow open?

五渠 | Sep 21, 2019
Timothy Rudisill | Sep 21, 2019

Yes

The audio guide is in Spanish ...? Thanks

Zulema Bobba | Sep 21, 2018
Jessica Connell | Sep 21, 2018

No, the audio tour is only in English. It is narrated by actor Steve Buscemi.

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How long does a guided tour take? I'd like to maximize visiting the place and other tourist spots near the area.

Kiko Cruz | Sep 21, 2018
Jessica Connell | Sep 21, 2018

Approximately 1.5-2 hours. Be mindful that it gets hot inside, so take plenty of water. (Grab a brochure to fan yourself!) There is an air conditioned room for those that need a break.

Is eastern state hunted by spirits / demons?

Matthew Kratz | Sep 21, 2018
Angela O'Malley | Sep 21, 2018

I went with someone who used to work there. They told us different stories of their experiences. I wouldnt expect to notice anything while you're there though if thats what you werr hoping for.

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How much do you pay just for the entrance not the tour?

DanilaDz | Sep 21, 2018
Lydia Crespo | Sep 21, 2018

There is only one price. The audio tour is free with the prize of admission.

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Will their be tours coming in October of 2017 for Holloween?

Cathy Ickes | Sep 21, 2017
Thomas Devlin | Sep 21, 2017

Yes also they are a haunted house beginning in October which is very popular and put together very well if you like scary stuff it is for you

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