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Philadelphia, United States of America

City Sightseeing: Philadelphia
Holiday Light Tour

No Price Available

  • 1.5 Hours

Tour Overview

Step aboard our beautifully decorated Victorian-style trolley and experience the magic of the season on the City Sightseeing Holiday Lights Tour! This enchanting 1.5-hour journey will whisk you through Philadelphia’s most festive neighborhoods, where dazzling light displays turn the city into a winter wonderland. As you glide through the twinkling streets, classic Christmas hits will set the mood—so warm up those vocal cords for an unforgettable singalong! It’s the perfect holiday outing for friends, families, and anyone who loves a little Christmas cheer. Book your Holiday Lights Tour today with City Sightseeing and enjoy a very merry Christmas in Philly!

Highlights

  • See brilliant holiday lights and decorations by taking a joyful trip around Philadelphia's most festive neighborhoods.
  • The lights of Franklin Square Electrical Spectacle, Miracle on South 13th Street and Smedley Street, will wow you.
  • Join your loved ones for a touching gathering that is full of laughter, music, and the spirit of the holidays.
  • To cheer yourself up and warm your heart, sing along to your favorite holiday songs.
  • On this enchanted 1.5-hour journey, make treasured moments with friends, family, or coworkers.

Tour Description

Experience the Magic of Philadelphia’s Holiday Season. Step into a winter wonderland with our dazzling Holiday Lights Tour—Philadelphia’s most festive way to celebrate the season! Americans are famous for their spectacular holiday displays, and Philly does it better than most. As we whisk you through the city’s most enchanting neighborhoods aboard our festively decorated Victorian-style trolley, you’ll be surrounded by glittering lights, joyful music, and pure Christmas magic.

🎄 Holiday Highlights You’ll See Along the Way:

✨ Franklin Square Electrical Spectacle: Hop off to explore this stunning winter wonderland, filled with tens of thousands of lights. Time it right and you might catch the famous free choreographed light show!

✨ Miracle on South 13th Street: Take a festive stroll down one of Philadelphia’s most famous neighborhood displays, where residents go all out to spread Christmas cheer (from November 30th).

✨ Christmas Village at LOVE Park: Soak up views of this charming German-style Christmas market, complete with twinkling stalls, festive treats, and holiday delights.

✨ Smedley Street Light Spectacular: You’ll have time to snap pictures with giant glowing Santas, shimmering snowmen, and over-the-top displays worthy of a Christmas movie.

✨ City Hall & Dilworth Plaza: Admire sparkling trees, festive music, and magical photo spots in this central holiday hub.

✨ Comcast Holiday Spectacular: See this modern Philadelphia icon burst into life with an incredible LED light show that delights both kids and adults.

✨ Washington Square: Feel the peaceful glow of this beautifully decorated historic square, where twinkling trees create a heartwarming, storybook scene.

🎅 Ride in Style on Our Jolly Trolley! Climb aboard our Victorian-style trolley, all decked out in shimmering lights and festive décor. From the moment you step on, you’ll be immersed in holiday cheer.

🎶 Christmas Music & Singalongs: What’s a holiday tour without a singalong? Belt out your favorite Christmas tunes to a joyful soundtrack as you travel through Philly’s most spectacular seasonal sights.

Create Merry Memories That Will Last a Lifetime

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Inclusions

  • 1.5-hour festive tour of Philadelphia
  • Admire Philadelphia’s twinkling light displays
  • Sing along to our Christmas soundtrack

  • Duration: 1.5 hours
  • Meeting Point: 21 South 5th Street in front of the Bourse Building

  • You are required to redeem your mobile or printed voucher prior to boarding the bus at: 21 South 5th Street in front of the Bourse Building
  • In exchange for your voucher, you will receive a ticket, which you must retain until the expiry date of the tour.
  • Please verify your ticket to ascertain its expiration date. Once you have exchanged your voucher for a ticket, the voucher will no longer hold any validity.
  • In the event of loss of the voucher or ticket, the company shall not be responsible for any refunds.

  • Important sights on the route: Smedley Street (Stop), Miracle on 13th St. (Beginning November 30th - Stop), Christmas Village/Love Park, City Hall & Dilworth Plaza, Comcast Building, Washington Square, Franklin Square (Stop)
  • Weekend bookings must be made at least 48 hours in advance.
  • In the event of bad weather, we will offer you a new date and time or 100% refund if you can not find an alternate date.
  • BYOB: beer/wine only (No liquor). Please drink responsibly and remove all rubbish.
  • Our buses are wheelchair accessible.
  • Dogs in carriers are permitted on the bus.

  • All sales are final: tickets cannot be exchanged or money refunded.

  • There may be unexpected changes in the route or timetable due to traffic, public holidays, weather conditions, cruise ship arrivals, or other unanticipated situations. During major events, summer vacations, and weekends, the city will be quite busy. We will do everything we can to provide a smooth and consistent service! In such cases, no reimbursement is allowed.
  • Tours run regardless of the weather. Weather-related refunds will not be issued unless the service is discontinued due to inclement weather.
  • The service provider preserves the right to amend or cancel the itinerary due to city events or force majeure.

Customer Reviews

4.6

based on 1923 reviews

Rating Distribution

5 stars
1386
4 stars
331
3 stars
129
2 stars
72
1 stars
5

"The route was thoughtfully planned and covered all the places we wanted to visit. The convenience and reliability made our sightseeing experience completely stress-free."

"This bus was ideal for first-time visitors. It helped us understand the city layout while providing convenient transportation to all the major sights."

"The ticket provided access to numerous attractions and excellent transportation. It was a cost-effective and enjoyable way to experience the city without any hassle."

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Get quick answers to common questions about our tours and booking process.

No, it is not wheelchair accessible
No, the tour is not wheelchair accessible.
Unless there is a natural disaster, tours/activities take place even if it rains. Tours that include navigation services might be subjected to the current conditions of the river. If the supplier considers that those conditions are not safe enough, the navigation might be cancelled without prior notice
No, the tour is not wheelchair accessible.
Unless there is a natural disaster, tours/activities take place even if it rains. Tours that include navigation services might be subjected to the current conditions of the river. If the supplier considers that those conditions are not safe enough, the navigation might be cancelled without prior notice
The tour includes a professional local guide and entrance to Recoleta Cemetery.
Unless there is a natural disaster, tours/activities take place even if it rains. Tours that include navigation services might be subjected to the current conditions of the river. If the supplier considers that those conditions are not safe enough, the navigation might be cancelled without prior notice.
Unless there is a natural disaster, tours/activities take place even if it rains. Tours that include navigation services might be subjected to the current conditions of the river. If the supplier considers that those conditions are not safe enough, the navigation might be cancelled without prior notice.
Yes. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included from most centrally located hotels in Buenos Aires.
No. The tour is mostly done by vehicle, with only short walks and photo stops.

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