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Philadelphia, United States of America

City Sightseeing: Philadelphia
Holiday Light Tour

starting from$ 44.95 p.p.
  • 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

4.7

based on 810 reviews

Rating Distribution

5 stars
659
4 stars
94
3 stars
31
2 stars
21
1 stars
5

"Everything felt thoughtful, polished, and engaging. The smooth flow and warm presentation made the entire experience enjoyable. Definitely something I’d recommend without hesitation."

"Beautifully delivered from start to finish. The clarity, pacing, and overall feel were consistently excellent. Left me smiling and fully satisfied with the experience."

"There were several enjoyable elements, though the pacing varied slightly. Good effort and potential—just needs a bit more balance to shine fully."

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

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

You can easily book tours and activities through our website. Simply browse our destinations, select your preferred tour, choose your date and number of participants, and complete the secure online payment process. You'll receive a confirmation email with your booking voucher immediately after purchase.

After booking, you'll receive a voucher via email. For hop-on-hop-off tours, exchange your voucher with the bus driver or staff at any designated stop to receive your physical ticket. For other activities, present your voucher (digital or printed) at the meeting point specified in your booking confirmation. Keep your ticket safe throughout the tour validity period.

We accept all major credit/debit cards. You can pay with a VISA debit or credit card, a MasterCard debit or credit card, Maestro, Visa Electron or American Express card.
 
Please note: We are based in the United Kingdom. Depending on your bank, an international transaction fee may apply. For more details about potential charges, please contact your card provider directly.

Yes. Your payment is absolutely safe with us. All transactions are protected with SSL encryption and processed securely. With our secure online payment system, your information is encrypted and protected against fraud. We use industry-standard SSL (Secure Socket Layer) protocols to safeguard data transfer, and all personal information is stored in secure environments not accessible to the public.

You will receive a confirmation email with your booking voucher immediately after purchase. If you do not receive it within a few minutes, please check your spam/junk folder.If any activity requires manual confirmation from the supplier/ tour operator, your booking will be confirmed within 24 hours.

Still haven’t received it? Contact us at booking@activity-crest.com and our team will be happy to assist you.

Your reference number will be displayed on the confirmation page after you complete your booking and in the confirmation email you receive once your tour is confirmed. All booking reference numbers begin with “ACTXXXX”.

If you don't receive your confirmation email within 30 minutes of booking, please check your spam/junk folder first. If it's not there, contact our customer support at booking@activity-crest.com with your payment details and booking information. We'll resend your confirmation and voucher immediately.

Yes. You can modify your booking after purchase. Modifications depend on the specific tour's terms and conditions. Some bookings allow date changes up to 24-48 hours before the tour, while others may have stricter policies. Contact us at booking@activity-crest.com as soon as possible if you need to modify your booking. Please note that changes may be subject to availability and additional fees.

Please bring a printed copy of your ticket voucher. Some local suppliers also accept vouchers shown on a mobile device (check the activity page for details). A valid photo ID is required for the traveler named on the ticket. For certain activities, a valid ID for each participant may be required – this will be clearly stated on your ticket.

Our cancellation policy varies by tours. Most tours offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. For specific cancellation terms and refund conditions, please check the individual tour page before booking. To cancel your booking, contact us at booking@activity-crest.com with your booking reference number.

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