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Philadelphia Trolley Works (‘76 Carriage Company)

This longtime Philadelphia company offers several options for touring the town

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• several locations throughout the city Philadelphia, PA
• (215) 389-TOUR
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Looking to take in several Philadelphia sites at once?

Philadelphia Trolley Works (’76 Carriage Company) offers several options for touring town by foot, trolley, carriage or bus.

The entertaining guides treat tourists to fun and informative trips around the city.

This longtime Philadelphia company offers both day and evening tours.

The Experience

Experience Philadelphia’s history and popular attractions with a variety of tours through Philadelphia Trolley Works (’76 Carriage Company) .

Entertaining guides treat tourists to fun and informative trips around the city.

Whether sitting back and relaxing on a signature burgundy and green Victorian-style trolley, pounding the pavement during a Colonial-themed walking excursion or catching the sites aboard a double-decker bus, tours appeal to visitors of all interests and ages. Bus tours even offer a glass-covered option so that guests can enjoy Philadelphia even in the cold weather.

After-hours tours offer the chance to see the city after the sun goes down.

• For Kids & Families
• Museums & Attractions
• Tours in Philadelphia
• Center City
• Historic District
• Philadelphia Neighborhoods
• Independence National Historic Park
• Neighborhoods
• Public Art & Architecture

The Perfect Hotel Package for an Easy Philly Escape

The  Visit Philly Overnight Package — booked more than 190,000 times since 2001 — comes with free hotel parking (worth up to $100 in Center City Philadelphia), overnight hotel accommodations and choose-your-own-adventure perks.

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• Live Bus Tracking
• Horse Drawn Services
• Transportation Services

Our 90 minute Christmas Light tour takes you to all the best sites for viewing the holiday lights

Take the Philly By Night tour — an extension of the Big Bus Double Decker

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76 Carriage Company was founded over 40 years ago with a vision of providing the Philadelphia Region with superior tours and transportation services.

Today, 76 Carriage Company and its offspring, Philadelphia Trolley Works, The Big Bus Company, and Connective Tours is Philadelphia’s largest provider of Sightseeing Tours and Specialty Transportation.

PTW/BB has grown to become extremely diverse tour operators and transportation specialist. The corporate office is located just south of University City on an 11 acre complex, which includes a 4 acre lot housing a fleet of  over 70 vehicles. A 60,000 square foot office accommodates the sales, dispatch, maintenance, and accounting teams.

76 Carriage Co.’s Vault to Success is “The story of a successful carriage tour company that grew into trolleys, buses, motor coaches, and transportation management.” (Small Business News March 1998)

For information on our tour schedules, the best way to see Philadelphia’s attractions, trolley and transportation rentals, or our famous carriage horses, please go to our Frequently Asked Questions page.

Office Hours Daily from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM

Stable Hours Daily from 9:00 to 5:00

What are the differences between the Big Bus and trolley tours?

Double Deckers are the primary tour vehicles. Occasionally they are substituted with trolleys depending on the volume and weather.

When do the Big Bus / Trolley Tours operate?

Tours operate on a timed schedule depending on the season and the time of year. Please refer to the announcements on the home page for exact times.

Where can I buy Trolley / Big Bus Tickets to tour Philadelphia?

Tickets can be purchased at the following locations: On-line at our website, over the phone, on site at Stop 1 (6th and Market) and Stop 6 (12th and Filbert), or inside the Independence Visitor’s Center.

Do you take credit cards?

Yes, we accept Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover.

How often do the tours depart from Stop # 1?

For frequency please refer to the announcements on our home page.

Do you pick-up guests at hotels?

Our complimentary shuttle van will pick guests up at all Center City, Airport area, and City Line Avenue hotels. Please call our office at 215-389-TOUR (8687) to schedule a pick-up.

Where can I park?

There are several parking garages near the Independence Mall Area. They are located at 6th & Arch Street underneath the Visitor’s Center, 4th & Ranstead Street behind the Bourse Building and 11th & Filbert Street (Stop 6).

Can I get off the Trolley / Bug Bus and reboard again?

Yes. Your 1 Day, 2 Day, or 3 Day Pass gives you unlimited bus tours and hop on/hop off privileges for 1 full day, 2 full consecutive days, or 3 full consecutive days.

Do I need a ticket to board and reboard?

Yes, you must have a valid ticket to board our vehicles.

Are pets allowed on board the tour?

Yes – small dogs and service animals may board the tour.

Where can I find a carriage tour?

The main carriage stands are located at 5th & Chestnut Streets next to Independence Hall or at 6th & Market streets across from the Independence Visitors Center.

How can I purchase a carriage tour ride?

Carriage tours can be purchased on our website, at the Big Bus Stops 1 and 6 (5th & Market Streets and 12th & Filbert Streets), our Sightseeing Kiosk inside The Independence Visitors Center, our Sightseeing Kiosk at 6th and Chestnut Streets, or directly from a carriage driver. .

When do the carriages operate?

The carriages operate daily weather permitting. Carriages do not operate in temperatures above 91°F or below 26°F Wind Chill. Regular hours are Monday – Friday 9:30AM to 3:30 PM, and Saturday and Sunday 9:30AM to 6:30PM. Night tours are available upon request. Please call 215-923-8516 for more information.

Can I make a reservation for a special event?

Yes, we recommend carriage reservations for weddings, proms, and other important events. All rides requiring a pick-up or drop-off at a location other than our carriage stand need a special event permit. Please give us 5-7 days advance notice for this type of service. We also recommend reservations for our popular evening rides around some of Philadelphia’s favorite attractions. Please call us at 215-923-8516 or email us a request a quote form.

What kind of horses are used to pull the carriages?

76 Carriage Company uses a variety of different breeds of horses for their carriage tours. The majority of our horses are draft horses or draft-cross horses. Our horses weigh an average of 1600 lbs with several weighing up to 2000 lbs. They are capable of easily pulling at least 3 times their body weight.

Where do the horses live?

During most of the year the horse live at stables located a few miles from Center City Philadelphia. They have large, spacious stalls and two different paddocks to run and play on their days off. Each horse gets a vacation at our Lancaster County farm for several months each year.

What do the horses eat?

Each horse has his own diet which includes plenty of hay and water. They also receive oats or horse chow, mineral supplements, and electrolytes, which is similar to Gatorade for horses. For treats they are fond of carrots and apples.

What happens to the horses when they are done working?

Once our carriage horses are retired and their job of guiding tourists around Philadelphia’s sights and attractions is done, most go on to live on farms to spend their old age having fun. Some have gone to be companion horses or to live at small local petting zoos. 76 Carriage Company supports Blue Star Equiculture a draft horse sanctuary and retirement farm in Palmer, MA. Blue Star is currently the retirement home for Bud, Mike and Tom former 76 Carriage Company horses.

Do the horses like their job?

Yes, our horses receive extensive training to allow them to adjust to city traffic. They work only at a walk and receive excellent care. Each horse has its own carriage driver and they become a team working together. The horses enjoy being groomed and bathed and receiving treats from their drivers.

Where are your offices located?

Our administrative offices are located at 1350 Schuylkill Avenue, Philadelphia PA 19146. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment.

What are your telephone office hours?

Our offices are open 7 days per week from 8:00 am until 6:00 pm.

What is the fax number?

Please send faxes to 215-389-1279.

How far can the buses and trolleys travel?

Our motor coaches can travel throughout the mid-Atlantic region.. The trolleys can travel in the tri-state area up to 60 miles from Center City Philadelphia.

How do I reserve a trolley or motorcoach for a special event?

Please call our offices to speak with one of our transportation experts. They may be reached at 215-389-8687. You may also complete a request a quote form online.

How do I reserve a horse drawn carriage for a special event?

Please call our offices to speak with one of our equine experts. They may be reached at 215-923-8516. You may also complete a request a quote form and email it to us.

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Public Transportation

Getting Around Philadelphia: Guide to Public Transportation

Philadelphia is home to an extensive and convenient public transportation system called SEPTA (Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority). This public transit system is budget-friendly and relatively easy to navigate. This system runs throughout the city and offers many options for getting around, including buses, regional trains, underground subway trains and (in some parts of the city), above-ground trolleys. These options will get you to most places you need to go to in the city—and some suburbs as well.

When visiting Philadelphia, if you are planning to remain in Center City during your trip, it’s easier to take public transportation than renting a car. After all, the main section of the city only spans 25 blocks between the two rivers to the east and west.

Also, depending on where you need to go outside of Philly, the train or bus may be easier driving and dealing with traffic. Your personal plans will dictate if you need to decide in advance or purchase tickets ahead of time. For example, if you are heading to New York City, it’s better to take public transportation, but if you want to spend a few days at the Jersey shore, you will want to rent a car. Ideally, it’s best to familiarize yourself with at least the basics of Philadelphia’s public transportation system before your visit, as it will save you time and money.

How to ride the SEPTA city bus

In Philadelphia, SEPTA buses offer the most extensive options for getting around the city. There are many frequent buses that run across the city, which makes this option very convenient for travelers.

• There are bus stops throughout the entire city
• Bus fare is $2 per ride. Transfers are $1 if you have the SEPTA key card (see more info about "fares" below).
• NOTE: Drivers do not make change.

How to ride the trolley

Think of the trolly as the same as riding the bus. The SEPTA transportation system also features trolley cars, which run on tracks in certain neighborhoods. As far as fares go, they operate the same as buses, although some run underground for several stops in center city Philadelphia.

How to ride the subway

The Broad Street Subway is the main subway line in the city and only runs south along Broad Street, which is the city’s longest street. This means that you can’t get lost on this train, which only runs north and south. You can reach the subway via the many stops along Broad Street – from South Philadelphia to North Philadelphia.

The city’s other SEPTA subway line is the Market-Frankford Line (also called the “EL”). This runs across the city (east and west) and can be reached through many stations across the city.

Fares for SEPTA Transit: Buses, Trolley, and Subway

Easy to use, the  SEPTA Key fare program  makes taking public transportation less complicated. The Key fare program is a reloadable chip card for travel on most of Philadelphia’s transit options: (buses, trolleys, subways, the Norristown High Speed Line), and Regional Rail.

Customers can purchase a key card and load a weekly or monthly pass. There are several options , depending on your transportation needs. These include: TransPass; One Day Convenience Pass; and Independence Pass.

The Weekly TransPass on a Key Card:

• Good for travel between 12:01 a.m. Monday and 2:00 a.m. the following Monday
• Valid for travel on all buses, trolleys, the Norristown High-Speed Line, Broad Street Line, and Market Frankford Line
• NOTE: This not accepted on  t he Airport Line for weekday travel.
• Valid for up to 56 rides
• Weekly Price: $25.50

The Independence Pass:

• Unlimited travel on all SEPTA buses, trolleys, subways, and trains,
• One-day individual passes: $13
• A family pass (for up to five people) is $30. At least one family member must be 18 years old.
• Passes can be purchased from the conductor on Regional Rail train, at SEPTA ticket and sales offices, and online.

Note:  You can use cash on buses, trolleys and the subway, but it’s $2.50 per rider and travelers must have exact change.

For those staying in town for a longer timeframe, another option is to add money in the “Travel Wallet” and receive the “Token and Transfer” price when traveling.  For details about specific pricing and how to purchase the SEPTA Key fare, go to the SEPTA website :  https://www.septakey.org/info/fare-products

Taking the Regional Rail

You will need to take the SEPTA regional rail if you are arriving from the Philadelphia Airport – or leaving the city to reach the Pennsylvania suburbs. You can catch these trains at Suburban Station, in center city, Jefferson Station (formerly known as 8th and Market street station), and the main train station (which also has Amtrak trains), which is 30th Street Station.

Note: If you are arriving from the Philadelphia Airport (PHL), there is a train station on site. You don’t need to purchase a ticket. You only need $8 dollars cash from the airport to Philadelphia’s main station. The conductor collects the fare on board and can make change for you, but the largest bill accepted is $20 dollars.

Fares for Regional Rail

Regional Rail customers can purchase a Weekly/Monthly Zone 1, 2, 3, or Anywhere TrailPass” or a “One Day Independence Pass” on a Key Card. More details about the regional rail system and fares, visit the  Fares section  of  www.SEPTA.org  for more information and pricing.

Accessibility

SEPTA buses and trolleys are equipped for accessibility, with ramps and elevators to assist passengers. However, be sure to check the website for specific subway and train stations, as some may not have working elevators or be under repair at any given time. 

Taking PATCO

The New Jersey suburbs, on the other side of the city, can be reached via a different train system, called  PATCO . However, aside from the Haddonfield and Collingswood stops, which feature walkable towns, you will need to call a taxi or have someone pick you up when you arrive in New Jersey. It’s a quick and comfortable ride, however, and there are four PATCO stations around center city: 16th and Market Streets; 13th and Locust Streets; 10th and Locust Streets and 8th and Market Streets. PATCO connects to SEPTA at 8th & Market Streets as well as the Broad Street subway via the Center City station.

There are electronic ticket machines at each of these stations that are easy to use. Ticket prices are reasonable but vary based on your start and destination stations.

NOTE: Not all PATCO stations in New Jersey are all accessible, although they are in the midst of renovations, so be sure to check in advance.

Taking Taxis

Taxis are plentiful in Philadelphia and found at many taxi stations around the city. They can also be flagged down on just about any street. Rideshare companies (such as Lyft and Uber) are also solid options in the city and surrounding suburbs.

A car is not required to get around Philadelphia. The city has a lot of traffic, tiny streets, and limited parking. Parking lots are expensive in center city, and there may be no parking options in South Philly, depending on the neighborhood. However, if you want to visit the surrounding New Jersey beaches and other suburban areas, you will need to rent a car.

Tips for Getting Around the City

• The subways run 24 hours from Thursday to Sunday nights.
• Train, bus, and trolley schedules are often different on nights and weekends (but not all routes), so be sure to check them out.
• Several SEPTA “night owl” bus routes run 24-hours a day. Check the website for schedules.
• The "Market-Frankford subway line" is often referred to as the "EL" train.
• The New Jersey PATCO line is often referred to as the "Speedline."
• If you’re in the city during rush hour and only need to travel a few blocks, it might be faster to walk than wait for a bus or take a taxi
• SEPTA is bicycle-friendly on most routes

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For interactive views of SEPTA routes, see our Trip Planner and Schedules pages.

Additional Maps

Thank you for visiting our newly redesigned beta website. SEPTA is excited for the future launch of this project and improving your transit experience. We invite you to click around, plan a trip, and provide some feedback using this link. Survey participation helps us identify and fix areas of concern prior to the launch of the official website.

Please note, this site is still in the beta phase; continue to refer to SEPTA.org for the most up to date information, accurate schedules and active alerts & advisories.

So you’re new to SEPTA ... Here’s how Philly’s transit system can get you (almost) anywhere

SEPTA, the nation’s sixth largest system, can get you almost anywhere you want to go in and around Philadelphia, by rail or bus. This guide helps you get better acquainted with SEPTA and its culture.

Officials of the Philadelphia region’s public transportation authority wince when people mention its 1980′s era slogan, long retired but still alive, especially among sarcastic (or long-suffering) SEPTA users.

We’re getting there.

Talk about a low bar.

The slogan became a meme before the internet. It struck a chord with Philly’s inner Eeyore, speaking to a city overshadowed by New York and Washington. Plus people could make jokes.

For all the ridicule, SEPTA meant to send a positive message , playing off improvements in service reliability and stations at the time.

SEPTA, the nation’s sixth largest system, can get you almost anywhere you want to go in and around Philadelphia, by rail or bus. It also has problems, challenges and quirks. Its own culture.

We hope this guide helps you get better acquainted with it. Climb aboard.

One more thing: A longtime SEPTA rider, a native of Philly, offers this advice to newbies: “Develop the ability to maintain tranquillity in the face of frustration.”

Your transportation menu :

Regional Rail: For transportation between Center City and many destinations in the four suburban counties. Fares from $4.25 to $13.00.

Broad Street Line and Market Frankford Line : Two train lines traversing the city from north to south and east to west, respectively. $2 with Key Card, or $2.50 quick-trip pass.

Trolley: Eight lines from Center City to West Philadelphia and into Delaware County. $2 with a Key Card or $2.50 cash. Stops at stations on request.

Bus: 125 routes through every part of the city and the suburban counties. By far the most-used SEPTA service. $2 with a Key Card or $2.50 cash, exact change only.

Norristown High Speed Line: Travel between West Philadelphia, the Main Line and Norristown. $2 Key Card or $2.50 cash. exact change only.

Finding your way

SEPTA’s system map consumes a lot of real estate on station walls — even so, it’s crammed with so much detail it’s hard for the uninitiated passenger to get oriented. How does it all fit together?

Not everything is on the map. The trolley routes that fan out across West Philadelphia, for instance, just sort of disappear after 40th Street.

Directional signs and symbols are inconsistent and can be difficult to read on the run, partly a legacy of SEPTA’s history; it absorbed several separate private transit companies over the years.

The agency is working on a two-year project to streamline wayfinding iconography to make the system easier to use. Its first proposal: grouping rail transit — the subway-elevated lines, the trolleys and the light rail line between Upper Darby and Norristown — into a unified SEPTA Metro network.

How to get help

Use the SEPTA app Includes maps and schedules of all the services and lines, plus real-time tracking of your ride and more. Available in the Apple App Store and Google Play .

SEPTA website : Find maps, schedules, service alerts and real-time status of trains, buses and trolleys.

Social media : social media accounts for the system as a whole, the bus system, etc.

Call a live customer service person at (215) 580-7800. They can give directions and schedules, inform you about delays and answer questions. “Call us!” says a top SEPTA exec. They’ve even been known to give tutorials to people who are really confused or uncertain, or who have special needs.

Want to ride SEPTA free? Check with your employer or school

An increasing number of Philadelphia employers offer free SEPTA all-access passes to their workers under the Key Advantage program , a perk for the employee and a means of helping the transit agency boost its pandemic-depleted ridership.

It began in spring 2022 for employees of Penn Medicine, Drexel University and Wawa , and has since spread to other institutions and companies. In August, Philadelphia city government began signing up employees for the free travel, and it has plans to roll it out to up to 25,000 residents living in poverty.

The program covers travel on buses, the Broad Street Line, Market Frankford El, trolleys, Norristown High Speed Line and the Regional Rail commuter railroad network — up to 240 trips a month. Employers who sign on are getting at least an 87% discount compared with the sticker price of $204 a month for an Anywhere TrailPass, which offers the same access to all modes of travel.

SEPTA’s expanded Key Advantage program is now available at area colleges and universities, with Swarthmore College the first to sign up. The agency says it is working with other schools to set up the free-pass program, called “UPass.”

How to use the trolleys

There’s an odd trolley custom. Somebody yanks the cord and the trolley screeches to a stop at their corner in West Philly. They stand at the top of the rear-door stairs for a beat. Two beats. They look around. Nothing happens.

“Hey, back door.”

“STEP DOWN!” the operator yells.

If their exhaustion or blood-alcohol concentration is high enough, the riders may join in with a derisive chorus: “YO, STEP DOWN!” (This being Philly, it may be flavored with some salty language.)

Face flushed with shame, the disembarking passenger taps a foot on the step below. As if by magic, the doors open. Spoiler alert: There’s a pressure sensor on the step.

If this happens to you, don’t worry. Being humiliated on the trolley is kind of a municipal baptism, one of the rites that makes you a Philadelphian. And on a subsequent trip you get to join in by yelling “STEP DOWN!” at the next confused schlub.

Speaking SEPTA

“We have a habit of calling the same thing here by different names, which complicates it,” said Kurt Heinle, the transit system’s assistant general manager for customer service. “If you’re new to Philadelphia, it can be confusing,” he said. There is a “very complex mosaic of travel options.”

Here’s how to decode what different things are called:

The Market-Frankford Line, a “heavy rail” rapid transit train, runs 13.6 miles between the Frankford Transportation Center in the Northeast and the 69th Street Transit Center in Upper Darby. It’s also known as the Blue Line. But Most people call it the El, for elevated train, because it has tracks above the city’s streets for much of its route. But it’s also a subway, roaring underground between 2nd and 40th Streets before it emerges again with fantastic views of the Philadelphia skyline receding in the east. More great views from the El: Between 45th and 63rd Streets, you can see A Love Letter for You, a series of 50 rooftop murals by the artist Steve Powers . Chicago’s L (they dropped the “E”) also is a hybrid system, though trains clattering overhead is the iconic soundtrack in the downtown Loop. Note: Philly’s Frankford El has 28 stops, but, as Philly band The American Dream sang, it doesn’t go to heaven .

The Orange Line

The Broad Street Line, a subway, runs beneath the city’s main north/south artery for 10 miles, from Fern Rock Transportation Center to the sports complex . It’s also “heavy rail.” Sometimes it’s called the Orange Line, for the color on the trains and station signs.

Green Lines

SEPTA has eight numbered trolley lines, primarily serving West Philly and the Delaware County suburbs. They’re also known as “light rail,” and sometimes surface-subway rail because they navigate under center city via tunnel. People also call them streetcars or, collectively, the Green Lines because that’s what color they are on system maps and signs.

Can I pay cash on SEPTA?

Yep. U.S. legal tender is welcome on buses, trolleys, transit trains and the Norristown High Speed Line — but you need to have exact change. Fare is $2.50. That’s also the cost with a Quick Trip paper ticket, dispensed in stations.

If you pay with a SEPTA Key Card Travel Wallet, though, the fare is $2.

Key Card Travel Wallet customers now also get two free transfers when using the card. It costs $2.50 for each transfer when paying cash or using paper tickets.

Regional Rail conductors also accept cash on board, helpful when ticket offices or kiosks at outlying stations are closed or down. Those who buy on board, though, pay the highest rate, $10 one way. (Key Cards also work.)

People aged 65 or older ride free across the system. Children under 12 travel free with a fare-paying adult.

How to use a SEPTA Key Card

Recently SEPTA began accepting credit and debit cards, Apple Pay and Google Pay . Just tap the card or pass your smartphone wallet app over the fare validator and go.

It’s an upgrade from the SEPTA Key Card that lets you pay your fare when you tap it at the turnstile or a reader aboard the bus, trolley or commuter train. The Key Card eliminated the need to rummage for exact change or a token.

Bus, subway and trolley trips are $2 with either the Key Card or the other contactless options, 50 cents off the regular fare. Key also confers discounts on Regional Rail, which vary. (Regional Rail does not yet accept payment by other cards or smartphone apps.)

New Key Cards cost $4.95, but that’s credited to your account if you register it on the card website . Doing so protects your balance if the card is lost or stolen.

To use, load the card with a credit or debit card. (Kiosks and ticket offices also accept cash.) The Travel Wallet option lets you ride on any travel mode, deducting the lowest available fare as you go. The cards can also be loaded with weekly and monthly transit passes and weekly and monthly Regional Rail passes.

Check your balance at fare kiosks in stations, on the on the Key Card website or SEPTA app.

To reload the card with fares, use the Key Card website, station fare kiosks, SEPTA sales offices, the SEPTA app or the Key Card call center at (855) 567-3782. Some local retailers also handle Key Cards. You can set up an automatic reload linked to a credit or debit card on the website or app.

Showing the card brings discounts at shops, entertainment venues, and cultural institutions. Among them: Dunkin’, the Philadelphia Museum of Art, Disney on Ice and the Flyers. More here on the Perks page .

How do I transfer on SEPTA?

The first transfer is free, but only if you use a SEPTA Key Card. When transferring, you simply tap the card as you board your next ride. For cash customers each transfer costs $1.

Accessibility

All SEPTA buses are equipped with a wheelchair lift and seating. The “kneeling bus” floor can be lowered to make boarding from street level easier.

Just over half the stations on the Broad Street Line , the subway which dates to the late 1920s, are accessible to people with disabilities. Accessible stations: Fern Rock Transportation Center, Olney, Allegheny, North Philadelphia, Cecil B. Moore/Temple University, Girard, Race Vine/Convention Center, Walnut-Locust, Oregon and nrg .

On the Market Frankford Line, all but three stations — at Spring Garden, 11th and 34th Streets — are accessible. But take note: Elevators at the accessible stations sometimes break down or close for maintenance.

Few Norristown High Speed Line stations are accessible. The only ones: 69th Street Transportation Center, Wynnewood Road, Stadium (Villanova), Gulph Mills and the Norristown Transportation Center.

Trolley cars, which run in West Philadelphia and Delco suburbs, are not accessible. However, historic 1947 PCC trolleys do have wheelchair lifts, added during restoration. The cars are scheduled to return to service on Route 15 along Girard Avenue this fall.

SEPTA’s Customized Community Transportation, or CCT, provides door-to-door service to disabled people unable to take transit. Users must first register with the agency and reserve their ride one to three days in advance. Fare is $4. (215) 580-7145 for an application or customer service. TDD/TTY: (215) 580-7712.

There’s also a shared ride program for Philadelphians 65 or older , subsidized by the Pennsylvania Lottery. Seniors pay $4, and must register with SEPTA, providing proof of age. Reservations one to three days in advance. (215) 580-7132. TDD/TTY: (215) 580-7712.

Hours of operation

Regional Rail 5:30 a.m. until about 1:30 a.m. for Jefferson and Suburban stations. Until 12:30 a.m. for 30th Street Station.

Trolley Routes 10, 13, 15 and 36 run 24 hours a day, every day. The others roll between 5 a.m. and 1 a.m., depending on the route.

The rapid transit subway and elevated train in Philly — the Broad Street Line and the Market-Frankford Line — are not 24/7, though they did operate 24 hours on Fridays and Saturdays before the pandemic.

Now, these trains operate from 5 a.m. to about 1 a.m. SEPTA runs Night Owl bus service overnight along the lines. For the El, the overnight buses are labeled MFO. For the Broad Street Line subway, BSO.

Some bus routes run 24 hours. They are listed below. Hours for others vary. Check schedules .

How to get around Philly in the overnight hours

Night Owl service is the best SEPTA option. In addition to the overnight buses, the following in-demand bus routes run 24 hours:

Routes 6, 10, 13, 14, 15, 17, 20, 23, 33, 36, 42, 47, 52, 56, 60, 66, 73, 79, 108, 109, G and R.

Regional Rail fares

Do you have a spreadsheet?

Kidding, kind of. But the fare regime does take some getting used to. The basic concept: Prices depend on the distance the Regional Rail station used is from Center City. The commuter network is divided into four fare zones . The information is also posted in stations.

PATCO and NJ Transit

If you want to get to New Jersey from Philly, you can get there using PATCO.

That’s the 14.2-mile rail line running 24/7 between Philadelphia and Lindenwold in Camden County , the most populous in South Jersey. The line will take you to Rutgers University’s campus in Camden as well as popular dining destinations Haddonfield and Collingswood.

There are PATCO stations at 8th and Market Streets and three locations along Locust Street: 9/10th Streets , 12/13th Streets and 15th/16th Streets .

If you get off at Broadway Station , you can access NJ Transit’s River Line, a light-rail system that travels 34 miles along the Delaware River between Camden and Trenton, with stops in 12 Burlington County towns. It operates from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m., except on Saturdays — when the last trains leave at 11:59 p.m.

You can get to Atlantic City from 30th Street Station in Philadelphia via 10 daily NJ Transit trains. The fare is $10.75 one way, $4.90 one way for seniors and people with disabilities. Children 5 to 11 years old get a 50% discount. (Up to 3 children aged 4 and under travel free with a fare-paying adult.) The trip takes 90 minutes. You can also take NJ Transit’s 551 express bus between Market and 10th Streets and A.C., for a 90-minute ride at about $20 round trip.

You can get to New York by taking SEPTA’s Trenton Line Regional Rail train to NJ Transit’s Northeast Corridor hourly rail service at the Trenton Transit Center. The ride from Trenton to Manhattan’s Penn Station takes a little more than an hour, and tickets range from $12 to $18 one way. It’s cheaper than Amtrak.

To get to other South Jersey destinations , N.J. Transit also runs several local and express bus routes connecting Center City to many South Jersey towns and cities on weekdays. They pick up and drop off passengers on Market Street at 7th and 16th Streets, as well as JFK Boulevard and 30th Street.

PATCO fares

Fares range from $3 to $1.40 one way, depending on how close the New Jersey PATCO station is to Philadelphia. Travel between two New Jersey stations is $1.60 one way. Travel between Center City PATCO stations is $1.40.

The railroad has the Freedom card , which stores value and deducts the proper fare. Get one for $5 at any PATCO ticket machine — and load the amount you want — with a Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit card or cash.

A Freedom Share card also works on all SEPTA travel modes except Regional Rail, providing convenience for people who ride both systems often. It requires a computer-based account and can only be obtained in person at a Freedom Card Service Center, at Woodcrest and Broadway Stations.

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This BYOB trolley tour takes riders to see Philly's holiday light displays

The 2-hour trip includes the miracle on south 13th street, the smedley street christmas spectacular and city landmarks.

The BYOB Holiday Light Trolley Tour passes some of Philadelphia's top holiday light displays while offering live entertainment and festive photo opps.

This holiday season, people can hitch a ride on a special "jolly trolley" for a unique journey through Philadelphia.

The BYOB Holiday Light Trolley Tour , which  runs daily from Saturday, Nov. 25 through Sunday, Dec. 31,  takes riders by city landmarks and holiday displays while  offering  live entertainment and festive photo opportunities. 

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The tour begins and ends at Craft Hall in Northern Liberties. Everyone receives a slice of pizza before heading onto the decorated trolley. Tour highlights include the  Miracle on South 13th Street   and the  Smedley Street Christmas Spectacular . Depending on weather and traffic, tours also may pass by Penn's Landing, the Besty Ross House and City Hall. 

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During the two-hour adventure, there is live music and holiday sing-alongs.  The tours are family-friendly, but adults over 21 are permitted to bring beer, wine or alcoholic seltzers on board.

Tickets cost $65 for adults. Children under 12 and seniors over 65 are $60. Prices are discounted for tours held Mondays through Wednesdays.

The Holiday Light Trolley Tour is run by  Founding Footsteps , which also hosts other walking and trolley tours in Philadelphia.

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A non-profit organization dedicated to the preservation and restoration of trolley cars from the Philadelphia area

FPT Spring photo charter set for May 18 at ECTM

Posted on March 5, 2024 March 5, 2024 Author Roger DuPuis II

Our event will begin at 9 a.m. on Saturday, May 18 with a safety briefing and shop tour at ECTM’s shops, 235 Montage Mountain Road, Moosic, Pa., 18507 (adjacent to PNC Field).

The trip will depart at 9:30 a.m. aboard Red Arrow Lines center door car 76. We plan to have a two-car meet at Virginia Siding with Red Arrow car 80. We will have photo stops along the line and inside Crown Avenue Tunnel.

All proceeds will go to ECTM for the restoration of former Philadelphia PCC car 2054.

Fare is $60 per person.

HOW TO ATTEND

Mail your completed check made payable to FRIENDS OF PHILADELPHIA TROLLEYS, INC. to HARRY DONAHUE, 103 MULBERRY COURT, MORGANTOWN, PA 19543.

Please note in the memo line of the check “FPT Photo Trip” and include your phone number on the check. Reservations must be postmarked by May 8, 2024.

(You also can print out and enclose the attached form if you like.)

The first 2024 Streamliner is here!

Posted on March 3, 2024 Author Roger DuPuis II

Our first 2024 edition of The Streamliner is here! In it, we pay tribute to our friend Russell Greco, look back at our successful New Year’s Eve charter, and so much more.

You can read it in full here .

Friends of Philadelphia Trolleys plans New Year’s Eve charter

Posted on November 21, 2023 February 19, 2024 Author Roger DuPuis II

A Kawasaki LRV decorated by Gary Mason is seen at 30th Street Station. Mason will be the operator for FPT’s New Year’s Eve charter this year. (Bill Monaghan photo)

Ring in 2024 in style with the Friends of Philadelphia Trolleys!

In keeping with a beloved traction tradition, FPT will sponsor a New Year’s Eve trolley charter on Sunday night, Dec. 31, 2023, using a city division Kawasaki LRV car.

These trips are always an opportunity for camaraderie and distinctive photo ops.This trip also will serve as a fundraiser for a very special PCC car, 2054 — the last surviving Philadelphia “air car.”

Everything you need to know is below, and in the attached flyer. We hope to see you there!

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Philadelphia Sightseeing Tours & Transportation is the source for Philadelphia’s best double-decker bus tours, classic trolley tours, and group transportation. Easy, convenient, and reliable services are what we deliver.

Philadelphia Sightseeing Tours LOVES groups! Let our team of experts help plan your next trip. We offer one-stop shopping for all of your group travel needs. Whether you’re planning a team-building excursion, senior and student group tours, or any other leisure, academic, or professional outing, we can help you organize a wonderful experience for your group travel in Philadelphia.

Holiday Tour Packages

Get in the festive spirit in Philadelphia with our specialty holiday packages and tours! Philadelphia is a year-round destination, and especially magical during the holiday season. See the bright lights of the city and enjoy the warm holiday glow as we customize a tour package for your seasonal visit.

Student Tours

Bring history to life with Philadelphia Sightseeing Tours. History springs out of the books and into reality as your class journeys through the historic districts of Philadelphia. PST delivers memorable and fun educational group outings! Ride on an open-top double-decker bus or classic trolley through one of the most historic cities in America.

✓ Historical Expertise

Our entertaining tour guides are history buffs, and they relate their love of the city and a real sense of Philadelphia’s place in history to your group.

✓ The Right Vehicles

Each vehicle can accommodate up to 75 guests, we have 15 vehicles available in Philadelphia.

✓ Rain Or Shine!

Ride rain or shine, our Philly sightseeing tours depart daily from the Bourse Building near Independence Hall.

✓ Everyone is together

No need to worry where the kids are, they are all safely aboard our open top tour vehicles with eyes on the attractions and ears on the tour guide.

✓ No Classrooms

Teachers can relax and enjoy the sights with their students!

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Teachers are encouraged to join in with the tour guide in explaining or highlighting lesson-worthy aspects of the tour.

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All Philadelphia Sightseeing Tours vehicles are United States Department of Transportation inspected and approved.

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Philadelphia Sightseeing Tours delivers memorable company outings. Ride on an open-top double-decker bus, classic trolley, or many of our vehicles through Philadelphia and its many historic and cultural districts. The stress of a day’s worth of company meetings melt away as your colleagues ride through Historic Philadelphia.

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Leave the planning to us. Customizable transportation and tour packages are available.

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Many of our vehicles are climate-controlled to protect your group from the elements.

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2023 Holiday Light Tour

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Experience the holiday season like never before with Philly's ORIGINAL BYOB Holiday Light Trolley Tour! Immerse yourself in festive cheer as our talented local musicians serenade you with delightful holiday tunes. Join us on a journey to the city's most festive locations, where the twinkling lights and joyful atmosphere will surely warm your heart. Sing along to your favorite holiday songs and let the music fill the air with merriment. Last year, we discovered that the more involved our guests are, the merrier the experience becomes. So, don't hesitate to belt out those tunes and bring your favorite beverages along for the ride. Let's make this holiday season unforgettable together! 🎄🎶✨

901 N Delaware Ave Philadelphia PA

Why take this tour?

When I was a kid, my mother would pile me and my three siblings into our station wagon and drive around our neighborhood to take in the Christmas lights. She’d sing along to the carols on the oldies radio station while we looked out the window either singing along or trying to pretend we were too cool to do so despite being mesmerized. I based the Holiday Light Tour on this memory since it’s something I fondly recall and there are so many great light displays throughout Philadelphia. We started this event in 2016 as a fundraiser, with just one tour, where we played carols through a Bluetooth speaker. Our goal for last December was to add live music and run a handful of tours for family and friends, as well as a fundraiser for some local nonprofits. On the morning of November 28th, we had sold around 20 tickets. That afternoon, an article from PhillyVoice went viral and over the next three days, my wife and I fielded enough calls and emails from guests to sell out 28 tours. (Having to answer all of those inquiries and book quality musicians within three days, just three weeks after having our first child, wasn’t stressful at all!) Pulling this off was definitely a Christmas miracle and we couldn’t be more excited to see what we’ll be able to present with time to plan for this December. This year we have even more time slots scheduled and look forward to providing you all with a fun, memorable holiday experience. 

Frequently asked questions

Where can we park, is the tour family friendly, how do i get tickets, how long is the tour, how many people does the trolley hold, can i bring coolers/bottles/cans/cups/wine/hard liquor, do we get off the trolley at all, why aren't we getting off at the miracle on south 13th street this year, are there restrooms along the route, is the trolley handicap accessible, what is the refund policy, things to know, cancellation policy.

Due to the overwhelming demand for this tour, we are unable to offer refunds. However, with at least one week notice we will attempt to resell the seats. If successful, we will refund any recouped revenue. Pending availability, we are happy to move your reservation to a different time slot with at least 72 hours notice.

What to Bring

The tour is BYOB, but please limit it to beer, wine and seltzer.

Things to Know

Dress warmly.

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9 hidden speakeasies in Delaware & Philly worth exploring

There's a world hidden in plain sight in and around Delaware where folks can escape into secret backrooms full of cocktails and friendly company.  

This includes a swanky lounge that looks like a rich place James Bond would hang out and a popular pub with an Oval Office theme.  

We found nine cool speakeasies in the First State and Philadelphia where you can have fun exploring.  

Andra Hem, Philadelphia  

This Esquire-approved bar is none other than Andra Hem in the City of Brotherly Love. This Scandinavian-inspired cocktail lounge looks like a posh hideout where James Bond would kill some time. The menu is full of old classic cocktails that include the Bee's Knees. The cocktail program is designed by Patrick Jennings. There also are food options including potato pancakes, charcuterie and cake.  

218 S. 16th St., Philadelphia; open Wednesday through Saturday, 4 p.m. to midnight. Visit andrahem.com or (215) 545-0823.  

Blind Barber, Philadelphia 

Have you ever been to a speakeasy where you can get a haircut? That's what the Blind Barber is all about.  

This business, which has locations across the country, welcomes patrons in Philadelphia to a three-chair barbershop that serves as the storefront and entrance. Once you're inside, you'll find black and chrome Belmont chairs at barber stations.  

From there, you'll enter through an unmarked door that'll take you into a '70s-inspired cocktail lounge where you'll meet new friends and hear nice tunes. But you can seriously get your haircut at Blind Barber, too. 

Phillies outfielder Bryce Harper is a part-owner in the business and created a game for the Blind Barber app .

1325 Sansom St., Philadelphia; Barbershop is Open Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Backroom is Open Monday to Saturday, 5 p.m. to late. Visit blindbarber.com or (215) 528-9485.  

Libation Room, Rehoboth Beach

Welcome to the Libation Room , a sleek lounge tucked away in the back of the Summer House Rehoboth.  

Lots of seafood options are on the menu, plus non-seafood nibbles like pizza, wild boar and pistachio meatballs. Patrons have a variety of libations to choose from — everything from cocktails (including a secret craft cocktail) to wine, sparkling, and beer.       

The Libation Room is by reservation only; the number below is for text messages only. 

228 Rehoboth Ave., Rehoboth Beach; open Thursday to Monday, 5 p.m. to 1 a.m. Hours change starting May 9. Visit summerhouserehoboth.com/libation-room or (302) 827-3096. 

Dead Presidents Pub & Restaurant, Wilmington   

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Many people carry dead presidents in their pocket. But one popular speakeasy in Delaware goes a step further, showcasing portraits of these political leaders all over their walls.  

Dead Presidents Pub & Restaurant has been recognized multiple times by Esquire for having one of the best bars in the country. This Oval Office-themed establishment has a menu that includes starters, burgers, entrées and beer.   

618 N. Union St., Wilmington; open daily. Visit deadpresidentspub.com or call (302) 652-7737. 

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The Cured Plate, Milford

This hidden gem in Milford officially opened its doors in February. The atmosphere inside of The Cured Plate is a bit dark and moody, but not in a creepy or unsettling way. This business gives off proper Prohibition vibes.  

In February, The Cured Plate unveiled its winter menu on Facebook , featuring dishes like chicken and waffles, roasted stuffed dates, and pepper poppers. But absent from the menu were libations, inspired by drinks from the early 1900s, and desserts. This deliberate omission was an homage to the nature of old-school speakeasies, keeping the beverage and dessert offerings a secret. 

27 S. Walnut St., Unit 103, Milford; open Wednesday and Thursday (4-9 p.m.) and Friday and Saturday (4-11 p.m.). Visit The Cured Plate on Facebook or call (302) 242-0487.

Hummingbird to Mars, Trolley Square 

One of Delaware's best-kept secrets is Hummingbird to Mars , located above the beloved Catherine Rooney's Irish pub.  

Guests are invited to find the black door with the gold hummingbird and ring the bell to enter — Prohibition-style. The menu includes pizza, shareables like street tacos and cheesesteak egg rolls, entrees, classic cocktails and more.   

The unusual name Hummingbird to Mars, per the speakeasy's website, is a nod to Texas senator Morris Sheppard who, in 1930, famously said, “There is as much chance of repealing the 18th amendment as there is for a hummingbird to fly to the planet Mars with the Washington Monument tied to its tail.”  

Trolley Square, 1616 Delaware Ave., Wilmington; open Thursday through Saturday, 5 p.m. to 1 a.m. Visit catherinerooneys.com/hummingbird-to-mars or call (302) 407-5971. 

Torbert Street Social, Wilmington

Step back in time and hide out from your troubles at this Wilmington speakeasy. Torbert Street Social's food menu offers everything from house-made popcorn and toffee cake to short rib bourguignon. The crown jewels of this speakeasy are their cocktails, including whiskey drinks like Manhattan (Marker's Mark, Cocchi Vermouth, bitters) and Old Fashioned (Knob Creek rye, bitters, orange peel). Draught beer is an option, too. 

305 Torbert St., Wilmington; Visit torbertsocial.com or call (302) 407-6627. 

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Simmer Down, Wilmington

When Joe Biden dined at The Quoin, a luxury boutique hotel with restaurant, he made sure to also check out the speakeasy named Simmer Down .  

As Delaware Online/The News Journal journalist Ryan Cormier previously reported in early 2023, Simmer Down is an underground bar in every sense. It's in the hotel basement.

Cormier said to enter Simmer Down, he and interested patrons were instructed to first go to the host stand at The Quoin's restaurant and ask to visit the speakeasy. 

"Once downstairs, open the Simmer Down door and you'll find a whole new luxurious world with exposed brick walls and ceiling, ultra-comfortable couches and chairs and even a fireplace, all surrounding a single bar with an extensive specialty cocktail list. (If you want to eat, you have to go upstairs.)," Cormier reported.  

He also said if you've been to Wilmington's other speakeasies, Torbert Street Social and Hummingbird to Mars, the vibe at Simmer Down will be familiar: a high-end spot for drinks in an ultra-plush setting with understated lighting. But Simmer Down is an elegant standout from that competition, he added.  

519 N. Market St., Wilmington; open Wednesday and Thursday, 5 to 10 p.m. and Friday and Saturday, 6 p.m. to midnight. Visit simmerdownbar.com . 

If you have an interesting story idea, email lifestyle reporter  Andre Lamar  at  [email protected] . Consider signing up for his weekly newsletter, DO Delaware, at  delawareonline.com/newsletters .   

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'Stand Up and Drink' comedy trolley tour returns to Philadelphia

PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- If you're looking for something fun to do this weekend, how about a roving comedy trolley tour!

The "Stand Up and Drink" tour kicks off its Spring series Friday April 12th in Fishtown, with four Philadelphia comedians taking you on a journey through the city with laughter, drinks and of course plenty of fun.

"It's comedy, it's trolley you get a little bit of a tour there. We stop at a beer garden, music - it's just an overall good time," said Philadelphia comedian, Seamus Millar. "Some of the funniest people on the planet are coming out of this city."

Millar has been doing stand up comedy for a decade and says he's so excited to see this comedy trolley tour come back to the city. He says this isn't your traditional comedy show. Some of Philly's best comedians will board the Founding Footsteps Trolley outside the Punch Line and take guests on a two-hour intimate experience. Don't forget to bring your own drinks, this trolley is strictly BYOB.

"Its a variety of comedians. They're great joke writers...Jake Wexler, Joe Mattera, Peggy O'Leary...so it's a nice array who are all great joke writers. But this throws us all out of our element. We can't just rely on our jokes, we're reacting to what's happening at the crosswalk what building are we going past," said Philadelphia comedian, Chip Chantry.

Chantry is another hilarious comedian you'll get to see on this tour. He says every show will be different. The "Stand up and Drink" trolley tour kicks off Friday April 12th from 7 to 9pm.

Tickets are $40 per person and include one drink at Punch Line to cap off the night. The last tour is set for May 3rd.

You can purchase tickets on Foundingfootsteps.com

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The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) is the sixth largest transportation system in the United States, with a vast network of fixed route services including bus, subway/elevated, trackless trolley, light rail, and commuter rail serving a 2,200 square mile service region.  SEPTA has become an integral force in the economic success of the Philadelphia region, providing an efficient and reliable source of transportation. 

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The Community Engagement Manager is responsible for the planning and execution of public engagement for the Trolley Modernization program. The Community Engagement Manager ensures that the public is informed about Trolley Modernization activities, and that the perspectives of community members are incorporated into the program's planning, design, and implementation, while advancing the successful delivery of this multifaceted program. This role requires active collaboration with several SEPTA departments, the public, and SEPTA's partner agencies.

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• Personal experience or familiarity with transportation challenges experienced by historically disadvantaged communities, and strong connections and local reach within such a community is preferred.
• Strong graphic communication kills and proficiency with such tools or software are preferred.
• Experience working on complex, multi-stakeholder. large scale planning projects preferred.
• Knowledge of SEPTA service area, function and responsibilities regional planning activities, techniques used in the development of general transportation plans required.  

SEPTA offers a comprehensive benefits and retirement program for ALL employees, including: 

Medical –  “Minimal annual premium contribution” 

Benefit plans with  “No Employee annual premium contribution”: 

Prescription 

Additional benefits we offer: 

Pension Plan / Retirement Savings 

Defined Benefit Pension Plan 

Voluntary Governmental 457B Deferred Comp Plan 

Life Insurance 

Tuition Reimbursement 

SEPTA Transportation Pass –  FREE travel on all SEPTA modes of transportation 

SEPTA employees qualify for the  Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program 

SEPTA is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.             

Nearest Major Market: Philadelphia

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