Skip the Line: Eastern State Penitentiary Admission Ticket
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The first female prisoner was received in 1831.
The first prison escape was in 1832. The escapee was captured but managed to do it again in 1837.
The controversial practice of solitary confinement was officially abandoned at Eastern State Penitentiary in 1913.
Leo Callahan, an escapee in 1923, remains the only Eastern State prisoner to never be recaptured.
Inmate number C-2559 was Pep, “The Cat-Murdering Dog,” who served a life sentence.
In January 1970, the Eastern State Penitentiary closed and first limited group tours of the building began in 1988.
In 1994, visitors were required to wear hard hats and sign liability waivers. In 2003 and 2008, visitors were no longer required to wear hard hats and sign liability waivers, respectively.
There are several ongoing Paranormal Investigations that take place within the penitentiary walls.
Visit: Eastern State Penitentiary, 2124 Fairmount Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19130-2603
Step into this historic prison and see the comfortably-furnished cell where Chicago gangster Al Capone was held for eight months.
A trip to Philadelphia wouldn't be complete without going to the infamous prison.
In addition to being the penitentiary famous for housing several high-profile criminals, the Eastern State Penitentiary also played an important part in modernizing the American judicial system and moving away from capital punishment.
You'll take a self-guided tour around the architectural wonder, which had running water and central heating before the White House in its day, and learn all about its infamous residents. Marvel at the beautiful vaulted ceilings and castle-like walls which stand in stark contrast to the dim cell blocks and death row.
Your Eastern State Penitentiary ticket includes access to all regular exhibits and art installations. And, if space is available, you can reserve a spot at the admissions desk for the daily guided tour and discussion.
Additional Information
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- Museum admission
- Self-guided audio tour
- Entry/Admission - Eastern State Penitentiary
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Departure Point
Eastern State Penitentiary, 2124 Fairmount Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19130-2603
Departure Time
10/30/2019 - 3/16/2021
| Monday - Sunday: | 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM |
Duration
2 to 3 hours
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