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Top 8 nightlife & evening things to do in Philadelphia

Philadelphia after dark. Jazz bars, food crawls that start at 9 PM, sundowner cruises, and the rooftops worth the climb. Curated for travellers who'd rather their evenings be a story than a queue.

  1. Italian Market food tour in Philadelphia, Philadelphia1

    1. Italian Market food tour in Philadelphia

    5.0· 312 reviews· 2.5 hours

    Two hours walking tour through Philadelphia's Italian Market — sample Italian, Mexican, and Vietnamese delights with a local guide while hearing the market's history.

    The walking tour through the Italian market and the Italian area of Philadelphia was fantastic. At the end, we gathered at a central spot for a picnic, enjoying all the delicious food.Megan_U
  2. Philadelphia Old City history pub crawl, Philadelphia2

    2. Philadelphia Old City history pub crawl

    5.0· 308 reviews· 2.3 hours

    Two hours and fifteen minutes — visit iconic bars, hear lesser-known tales of Philadelphia's history with a local guide.

    Extremely engaging and filled with information, Margie was both friendly and well-versed in historical facts. She shared fascinating tales of scoundrels, heroes, and spies, and provided valuable insights about local restaurants and neighborhoods. I highly recommend this experience.Davina_L
  3. Nighttime historical tour of Philadelphia for adults, Philadelphia3

    3. Nighttime historical tour of Philadelphia for adults

    4.9· 4351 reviews· 2 hours

    Two hours of walking through Philadelphia’s historic district — a tour of its dark histories and folklore, tailored for adult audiences.

    It was a fantastic way to wrap up our day. Brianna was excellent, providing lots of information and making the experience enjoyable for everyone.jacquelineg294
  1. Philadelphia street art tour with Magic Gardens, Philadelphia4

    4. Philadelphia street art tour with Magic Gardens

    4.9· 222 reviews· 2 hours

    Two hours walking through Queen Village and Bella Vista—exploring murals and mosaics, concluding at the famous Magic Gardens.

    We thoroughly enjoyed this tour. Tate was an outstanding guide—well-informed, engaging, and truly passionate about Philadelphia's art scene. The combination of murals, neighborhood history, and the Magic Gardens was ideal, and he highlighted many details we would have overlooked on our own. I highly recommend it.Kelsey H
  2. Philadelphia historical sites tour in a vintage Model-T, Philadelphia5

    5. Philadelphia historical sites tour in a vintage Model-T

    4.7· 68 reviews· 1 hours

    One hour in a classic Model-T, visiting Independence Hall, Liberty Bell, and Rocky Steps, with a guide sharing stories and light refreshments along the way.

    We had an excellent tour with a fun vehicle. Our guide was both informative and entertaining, taking us to historic locations and fascinating sites along the way.Toni_V
  3. Evening double-decker bus tour of Philadelphia, Philadelphia6

    6. Evening double-decker bus tour of Philadelphia

    4.5· 240 reviews· 1.5 hours

    Two hours by double-decker bus — view Philadelphia’s historic skyline and landmarks like the Liberty Bell and the Philadelphia Art Museum at night.

    The city ride was fantastic, and the guide provided a lot of useful information. I enjoyed the photo opportunity with the Rocky statue. The evening tour proceeded smoothly, and the weather was pleasant.Stacy_C
  4. Double Decker Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour in Philadelphia, Philadelphia7

    7. Double Decker Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour in Philadelphia

    4.2· 594 reviews· 1.5 hours

    One to three days of access — explore Philadelphia's historic sites and cultural landmarks at your own pace on a double-decker bus.

    A fantastic 90-minute tour led by a wonderful guide named Henry. It showcased the city's highlights at a perfect pace—neither too slow nor too fast.Stephen_J
  5. Hop-on hop-off bus tour of Philadelphia, Philadelphia8

    8. Hop-on hop-off bus tour of Philadelphia

    3.7· 166 reviews· 1.5 hours

    Flexible travel for 1, 2, or 3 days on a double-decker bus, covering Philadelphia's landmarks like Love Park and Independence Hall.

    Nick was a fantastic guide during my tour in Philadelphia. He was not only engaging and friendly, but also made the experience enjoyable. He truly seems like the best tour guide in the city.Paige_R

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