From special family events, to extended hours, to convenient parking and clean restrooms, my friends at VisitPhilly has got it all exclusively for you!

Independence Visitor Center (IVC)

• Park your lawn chairs at the IVC for a front row seat of the Independence Day Parade.
• The Visitor Center has convenient underground parking, bathrooms, a gift shop and a café.
• IVC is open until 8 pm June 29 – July 4 and the Crosswalk Café will be open late as well.

Independence Hall “Open House”

• Only on July 4th can you enter Independence Hall without a timed ticket. Visit any time you want throughout the day.
• Hear a moving reading from the Declaration of Independence at 3:45 pm daily June 25 – July 4 behind Independence Hall.
• Show your Military Muster and learn the art of marching and musket etiquette at 2 & 3 pm daily June 25 – July 4 in Signers’ Garden at 5th & Chestnut Streets.

Betsy Ross House

• 10 am every day all summer long kids help raise the flag with Betsy and some of her Colonial friends.
• On July 4th at 1:30 pm the Betsy Ross House will host a free kids’ U.S. naturalization ceremony.

Franklin Square

• EZ PARK at 9th & Race Streets is offering Franklin Square guests an exclusive price of $7 for up to six hours with this coupon valid through July 6.
• SquareBurger is featuring Blueberry Cobbler as the Shake-of-the-Month flavor
• Franklin Square is open until 9 pm June 25 – July 4 (weather permitting)
• Free games and activities will be offered from 12 – 3 pm on July 4

Storytelling Benches

• Open from 11 am – 4 pm June 25 – July 4
• 11 benches throughout the Historic District, FREE

1. Independence Visitor Center
2. Historic Philadelphia Center
3. Independence Square, behind Independence Hall
4. Signers’ Garden
5. Second Bank of the United States presented by PNC Bank
6. The ACE INA Foundation Storytelling Bench at Carpenters’ Hall
7. Franklin Court
8. Christ Church
9. Betsy Ross House
10. The Lincoln Storytelling Bench at the National Constitution Center
11. Franklin Square

National Constitution Center

• Easy underground parking, great for strollers and plenty of benches to rest
• Bring your own lunch and sit on the 2nd floor terrace for a beautiful view of Independence Mall or eat at the Delegates’ Café
• Open from 9:30 am – 8 pm July 2, 3 and 5
• FREE Independence Day events outside June 28 – July 4 and include:
  • Revolutionary War re-enactors set up camp and give demonstrations
  • School of Rock students perform throughout the day
• Indoor events included with museum admission June 28 – July 4 and include:
  • The Fourth of July Show – from the first Independence Day to today, learn the history of July 4th celebrations
  • Flag Etiquette Workshops – discover the history and symbolism behind the US flag, and learn the proper way to treat it
  • Star Spangled Banner Show – learn the story of Francis Scott Key and his inspiration for our national anthem
  • Colonial demos – butter churning, candle & paper making
  • Arts and crafts – patriotic hats, star wands, wreaths, pinwheels and paper flags

Remember, if you need a restroom please remember you can find them here:

• The Historic Philadelphia Center at 6th & Chestnut Streets
• The Independence Visitor Center at 5th & Market Streets

For more info please visit www.visitphilly.com/july4 where it provides up-to-date information about restaurants, attractions, events and the popular Philly Overnight® Hotel Package, which includes a two-night stay and free hotel parking.

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