Eastern State Penitentiary Philadelphia

Eastern State Penitentiary

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Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site was once the most famous and expensive prison in the world, but stands today in ruin, a haunting world of …

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Oct 21, 2024
My adult son wanted to tour this and I reluctantly went along. It’s very well done, and gives one insight into our past and current justice system. The pictures, narration and walk through the old pr… Full review by B R
Oct 20, 2024
I love history and try to see as many historic sites as I can. This prison is packed with history and the audio tour is a very creative format and super informative. We did a self tour and they had m… Full review by MelissaClaire93
Oct 20, 2024
Highly recommend that the Eastern State Penitentiary is a must on your visit to Philly. Although it’s currently in decay, I enjoyed that feeling of walking in the past. The history is interestingly. … Full review by Margaret L
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Operated for 142 Years
The Eastern State Penitentiary in Philadelphia consists of several buildings that operated for 142 years and housed the likes of Al Capone …
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Cold, Haunted Hallways
Formerly a prison holding the likes of Al Capone, this building is now more of an experience than a museum - take the guided t…
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Meant to Be Humane, Drove Men Insane
Thrust into the middle of urban Philadephia is what looks like a great castle, a massive and haunting building. However, these walls were…
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One of the Most Haunted Buildings
Eastern State Penitentiary (ESP) was part of a controversial movement in the early 1800s that advocated the use of solitary confinement an…
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Hauntingly Fun
Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site, Inc. works to preserve and restore the architecture of Eastern State Penitentiary; to make the Pe…
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Rehabilitating Criminals
The Eastern State Penitentiary was built in 1829 with the aim of rehabilitating criminals through solitary confinement. At the time of its openin…
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Can u wear leggings at the eastern state penitentiary can you wear a v neck
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Sure. No dress code. Just dress for the weather
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Is it temperature controlled? Heating for winter visits?
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Seating is outdoor. Bundle up during the winter months
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Can my friends and I go if we're all under 18 without an adult accompanying us? We see that there's a waiver that we …
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Can my friends and I go if we're all under 18 without an adult accompanying us? We see that there's a waiver that we can easily get signed by our parents but idk if we need an adult ticket and said adult.
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I would suggest calling them to be safe.
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Are there bathrooms available to use?
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Yes!!! At the entrance before you start the inside tour
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