At a glance
#13 of 46 Museums in PhiladelphiaLocalGuideWorld score: 4.70
Rating breakdown
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5 ★80%
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4 ★14%
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3 ★4%
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2 ★1%
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1 ★1%
What reviewers talk about
Share of 16 recent reviews that mention each topic.
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Price & value25%
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Waiting & crowds19%
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Service & staff13%
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Location6%
Quick facts
- What is the rating of Liberty Bell Center?
- Liberty Bell Center is rated 4.7 out of 5 based on 494 reviews.
- How does Liberty Bell Center rank in Philadelphia?
- Liberty Bell Center is #13 of 46 Museums in Philadelphia by LocalGuideWorld score (rating weighted by number of reviews).
- Where is Liberty Bell Center located?
- 101 S Independence Mall W, Philadelphia, PA 19106, United States — 1.1 km from the center of Philadelphia.
- What do visitors mention most about Liberty Bell Center?
- Most often: price & value, waiting & crowds, service & staff (from 16 recent reviews).
- How can I contact Liberty Bell Center?
- Website: nps.gov
Excellent experience with tons of details on the history of the Liberty Bell. Being able to actually see the bell itself close up was also amazing.
It seems that the Liberty Bell is a beacon of hope for greater freedom for humanity. That message appears lost among the struggles for freedom that have become the focus within the building. More emphasis on why it is a beacon would be helpful!
This is a historic museum. The LIBERTY BELL is a very important part of American history. It is free to the public, but donations are accepted. The line moves really fast once you are inside - there is a security check- you have to empty your pockets, take off belts, and place all your belongs in a round tray that goes through an tray machine. Once that is done , you are free to roam the exhibits and visit the liberty bell. Pictures are allowed. It is not a big museum as the liberty bell is the main attraction. We were in and out in about 15 mins. A must visit when in Philadelphia.
Nice exhibit that you can check at your own speed. Great history and importance. Parking is a bit pricey. However, if you are in the area, I recommend it.
This was pleasantly nice. There was a long line but it went quickly. The bell was larger than I thought. I have always wanted to see it in person. It’s pretty cool and I really enjoyed the museum-like history throughout the center.
Fantastic museum that houses the liberty bell and allows you to take pictures next to it. Completely free, security checkpoint so don't try and bring anything crazy haha, and no outside food or drinks. There are workers around that are willing to talk and answer questions as well. Super nice.
The Liberty Bell, a symbol of political freedom and American Liberty with humble origins dating back to Great Britain in the early 1750s with the general construction of the Liberty Bell through the use of Blacksmithery to create the contemporary silicone and copper structure that graces the Bell in the contemporary day, despite having succumbed to numerous cracks and incidents throughout the course of the 272 year anecdotal history of the Liberty Bell, involving an 1846 Crack alongside a similar Crack to have occurred in 1835 while the continental United States was honoring the dubious legacy of the First Supreme Court Justice, John Marshall, who had passed a mere week prior to the celebration of life ceremony.
Having officially come into Philadelphia for the day on the 7th of July, 2024, I proceeded to embark on a venture into the historic Liberty Bell Center, looking to see an element of American History that has been more than just a Bell, but a sign of American Progression, a Bell that has embarked on numerous ventures up through the final voyage in 1915 in the Woodrow Wilson Administration, which managed to traverse to Kansas, Missouri, Virginia and Parts of Pennsylvania before retiring in 1915, a center was prevalent that was a historical exhibit of its' own half first when I proceeded to come into the Liberty Bell Center, hoping to not just see the Bell, but the dedicated history to such, I was met with awe once getting past security in addition to a refuge of information of the significance of the Liberty Bell, from its origins in the 18th Cenyury up through the contemporary day, where the Bell itself is featured through numerous past photographs and quotations from such noticeable figures as Benjamin Franklin, Frederick Douglass, W.E.B. DuBois, Anna Jarvis, and other noticeable individuals to have significantly contributed to major movements in the Continental United States, including the Abolitionist Movement, The Underground, Indigenous People's Rights Movement and Suffrage Movement of the late 19th century among others.
The exhibit was historically informative and improved my sense of knowledge of the Bell from a cultural, political, and historical perspective, and in addition, boosted my interests in the art of 18th century modeling and landmark construction in addition to the cultural impact of the Liberty Bell from differing perspectives.
When I got to the Bell itself, I was bestowed with the honor of not having to wait a modest amount of time to endorse in the modest glory of the Liberty Bell, a sign of the "Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness" as stated by leading writer of the Declaration of Independence, Thomas Jefferson in July of 1776, also getting to see the meaning of the epitome of Liberty and the long, rigorous road to equality and freedom that numerous minority groups had to endorse in throughout their perpetual struggles in the process, while also getting the photographs of the Bell for tourist reasoning.
Overall, this Bell was more than just a historical symbol, but a perpetual sign of the art of political freedom and First Amendment Rights in the continental United States and advocate for all to come experience this historical center upfront.
Having officially come into Philadelphia for the day on the 7th of July, 2024, I proceeded to embark on a venture into the historic Liberty Bell Center, looking to see an element of American History that has been more than just a Bell, but a sign of American Progression, a Bell that has embarked on numerous ventures up through the final voyage in 1915 in the Woodrow Wilson Administration, which managed to traverse to Kansas, Missouri, Virginia and Parts of Pennsylvania before retiring in 1915, a center was prevalent that was a historical exhibit of its' own half first when I proceeded to come into the Liberty Bell Center, hoping to not just see the Bell, but the dedicated history to such, I was met with awe once getting past security in addition to a refuge of information of the significance of the Liberty Bell, from its origins in the 18th Cenyury up through the contemporary day, where the Bell itself is featured through numerous past photographs and quotations from such noticeable figures as Benjamin Franklin, Frederick Douglass, W.E.B. DuBois, Anna Jarvis, and other noticeable individuals to have significantly contributed to major movements in the Continental United States, including the Abolitionist Movement, The Underground, Indigenous People's Rights Movement and Suffrage Movement of the late 19th century among others.
The exhibit was historically informative and improved my sense of knowledge of the Bell from a cultural, political, and historical perspective, and in addition, boosted my interests in the art of 18th century modeling and landmark construction in addition to the cultural impact of the Liberty Bell from differing perspectives.
When I got to the Bell itself, I was bestowed with the honor of not having to wait a modest amount of time to endorse in the modest glory of the Liberty Bell, a sign of the "Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness" as stated by leading writer of the Declaration of Independence, Thomas Jefferson in July of 1776, also getting to see the meaning of the epitome of Liberty and the long, rigorous road to equality and freedom that numerous minority groups had to endorse in throughout their perpetual struggles in the process, while also getting the photographs of the Bell for tourist reasoning.
Overall, this Bell was more than just a historical symbol, but a perpetual sign of the art of political freedom and First Amendment Rights in the continental United States and advocate for all to come experience this historical center upfront.
What an experience! It was so great actually getting close enough to touch the liberty bell! It was fast, free and easy to access. It was informative and breath taking! Worth the visit!
We lived checking out this exhibit with all of the history on display. The bell is at the end and is in a beautiful position with Independence Hall in the background.
Historical place that should be high on your list to visit. The building the Liberty Bell is located in is very well done and has a lot of information about it inside. The line to get through security was a bit long when we got there but it moved very fast. It is free to see the bell and overall a pretty quick visit that is worth it in my opinion.
Another wonderful so for American history buffs. A bit of a wait but nothing crazy. Can be a very quick tour or take your time to read the exhibits.
Good museum that goes through the history of the Liberty Bell and how its been used as a symbol throughout time.
They have metal detectors at the door. You must take off hats and belts.. Entry is free and the park is simply beautiful.
Beautiful Liberty Bell Center, a part of the National Park Service, hosts the famous Liberty Bell. This museum is free to enter. Be prepared to wait in line and go through a security check. Inside the museum you can enjoy the displays and artifacts, participate in interactive exhibits and learn about the Liberty Bell. The Bell itself is awesome, and you can get great photos and selfies. The park rangers are also there to educate the visitors. This stop is a must on any trip to Philadelphia.
Free to enter, the line is quite long, at least 25 minutes on weekends, mostly because there is a security check at the entrance so it's better to not have much bags or food/drinks. There is always the option of looking at the bell from outside through glass, but watching it up close and getting to know the history of liberty bell through exhibits are worth it in my opinion.
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