Advance Ticket Sales
Purchase tickets by calling 215- 409-6700 or toll free 866-917-1787 Monday through Sunday during the hours of 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. You may also purchase tickets online. Please note that the museum opens at 12:00 p.m. on Sundays.
Please arrive at least 20 minutes prior to reservation and visit the "Will Call" window to pick up your tickets.
All advance tickets sales are final.
Audio Tours
A former president, famous authors, and voices from history give you special insight into the history and relevance of the U.S. Constitution. A self-guided audio tour is an excellent way to enhance your visit to the Center.
Gift Certificates
Gift certificates are available for purchase at the National Constitution Center Box Office or by calling 215-409-6700. Certificates are the same price as admission. Certificates expire one year after purchase and are only valid for general admission. You may also purchase gift certificates for traveling exhibitions. Traveling exhibition gift certificates expire on the last day of the exhibition.
Museum Store
The National Constitution Center Museum Store is open to visitors during regular museum hours. An extensive choice of merchandise is ofered. We also have a special gift shop for younger visitors featuring fun, affordable items, located on the ground floor, adjacent to the student lunchroom. Visit the store's website to see a variety of items that can be purchased.
Parking
Convenient parking can be found at the easily accessible lots at the National Constitution Center, located on Race Street between 5th and 6th Streets, and the Independence Visitor Center.
The garage is open:
Monday -Saturday: 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Sunday: 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Rates (effective January 1, 2010):
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Up to 1 hour
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$8.00
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Up to 4 hours
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$16.00
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Max to close
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$18.00
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Early bird (in before 9am out by 6pm)
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$11.00
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Evening Rate (enter after 5pm)
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$9.00
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Directions (View Map)
Driving
From the South: Take I-95 North to Exit 22 for "Central Phila/I-676". Follow signs for Phila/Independence Hall/Callowhill Street. Keep right at the fork in the ramp. Stay straight on Callowhill St. and turn left onto 8th Street. Take 8th Street to Race Street and turn left. Proceed through the light at 6th Street and turn right into the Independence Transportation Center bus facility, attached to the National Constitution Center.
From the North: Take I-95 South to Exit 22 for "Central Phila/I-676". Follow signs for Phila/Independence Hall/Callowhill Street and make a right at the light at the bottom of the ramp. Stay straight on Callowhill St. and turn left onto 8th Street. Take 8th Street to Race Street and turn left. Proceed through the light at 6th Street and turn right into the Independence Transportation Center bus facility, attached to the National Constitution Center.
From the West: Take I-76 (PA Turnpike) to Exit 326 for "Valley Forge". Follow signs for Philadelphia I-76 East. Remain on I-76 East for about 25 miles until you see signs for Exit 344 "Central Phila" and take 676 East to the 8th Street exit. Make a right onto 8th Street and then a left onto Race Street. Proceed through the light at 6th Street and turn right into the Independence Transportation Center bus facility, attached to the National Constitution Center.
From the East: Take the NJ Turnpike to Exit 4. Take Rt. 73 North to Rt. 38 West to US 30 and continue on US 30 West over the Ben Franklin Bridge (Rt. 676), crossing into Philadelphia. Stay in the left lane and go straight through the light following the sign for "8th Street South/Chinatown". Take a left onto 8th Street, and another left onto Race Street. Proceed through the light at 6th Street and turn right into the Independence Transportation Center bus facility, attached to the National Constitution Center.
Public Transportation
SEPTA - Mass transit options, including subway, trolley, and bus service throughout the city and the surrounding area, are offered through SEPTA. The Market-Frankford subway line stops one block from the Center at 5th and Market Streets. Bus routes 38, 44, 48, and 121 stop nearby. For additional information, call the SEPTA Travel Information Center at 215.580.7800 or visit http://www.septa.org/.
PATCO Speedline - PATCO is a quick way to travel from South Jersey into Center CIty Philadelphia and has four Center CIty stops; the closest is at 8th and Market Streets. For more information, call 856.772.6900 or visit www.drpa.org/patco.
Train
Amtrak provides service to Philadelphia's 30th Street Station at 30th and Market Streets. For schedules and fares, contact Amtrak at 800.USA.RAIL or www.amtrak.com.
Special Needs
The National Constitution Center will provide access for people with disabilities. Please indicate any special needs upon arrival or in advance when making a reservation.