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Independence HallvsNational Constitution Center
Independence Hall and National Constitution Center are both highly recommended by travel writers. On balance, Independence Hall is the choice of most writers compared to National Constitution Center. Independence Hall scores 93 with approval from 8 sources including Frommer's, Time Out and Where.
Independence Hall
Fodor's
Lonely Planet
Not For Tourists
Michelin Guide
Afar Magazine
National Geographic
Where
Time Out
Frommer's
Chestnut Street between 5th and 6th Streets, Philadelphia, PA 19106
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Fodor's "The birthplace of the United States, this redbrick building with its clock tower and steeple is one of the nation's greatest icons." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Independence Hall is the 'birthplace of American government,' where delegates from the 13 colonies met to approve the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776." Full review
Not For Tourists "Home of the first gay rights protests in 1965! Also signing of Constitution, et al."
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence in the hall, which also saw the adoption of the Articles of Confederation in 1781 and the ratification of the US Constitution in 1787." Full review
Afar Magazine "The most cynical among us can't help but be moved once inside." Full review
National Geographic "In the sweltering summer of 1787, delegates kept the windows shut to keep their debate secret...the Georgian-style interior is much the same, down to George Washington’s “rising sun” chair." Full review
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Security is even tighter now, and visitors need timed tickets to enter.
Where " Independence Hall became famous as the “Birthplace of the United States” after the Declaration of Independence was adopted and the U.S. Constitution was drafted here." Full review
Time Out "This is the spot where your freedom was born—the very building in which our founding fathers drafted and signed the Declaration of Independence and U.S. Constitution. Join a free guided..." Full review
Frommer's "Even if you knew nothing about Independence Hall, you could guess that noble and important events took place here." Full review
National Constitution Center Fodor's
Concierge Lonely Planet Not For Tourists National Geographic Where Michelin Guide Time Out
Condé Nast Traveler Frommer's
525 Arch Street, Independence Mall, Philadelphia, PA 19106
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Fodor's "This 160,000-square-foot museum brings the U.S. Constitution alive through a series of highly interactive exhibits." Full review
Concierge "The 160,000-square-foot museum, designed by I.M. Pei's firm and opened in 2003, is a must-see on the historic trail."
Lonely Planet "This highly recommended museum makes the United States Constitution sexy and interesting for a general audience through theater-in-the-round reenactments." Full review
Not For Tourists "A Presidential wonderland."
National Geographic "“An indispensable and engaging source of historic information about a young country.”—Dave Davies. Take the oath of office or a seat on the Supreme Court via interactive, family-oriented..." Full review
Where "Located just two blocks from Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell, this dynamic and modern museum tells the story of the U.S. Constitution through interactive and multimedia exhibits. " Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"Housed in Philadelphia's Old City district, this centre is one of a kind." Full review
Time Out "With interactive exhibits, lectures, tours and films, it’s a great way for children, teens and adults to brush up on history. " Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Zoom out. What’s this place all about?For history loving visitors to Philadelphia, there’s a lot to choose from—the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, and the Museum of the American..." Full review
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For history loving visitors to Philadelphia, there’s a lot to choose from—the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, and the Museum of the American Revolution, to name a few spots.
Frommer's "Opened July 4, 2003, on Philadelphia's redesigned Independence Mall, the stunning, modern National Constitution Center is the first museum in the world devoted to the U.S. Constitution." Full review
