Congress Hall, Philadelphia

Name: Congress Hall
Address: 6th & Chestnut Streets, Philadelphia, 19106, United States
Telephone: +1 215-965-2305

#68 among attractions in Philadelphia

Museum, History museum, Historical place

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Facts and practical information

Congress Hall, located in Philadelphia at the intersection of Chestnut and 6th Streets, served as the seat of the United States Congress from December 6, 1790 to May 14, 1800. During Congress Hall's duration as the capitol of the United States, the country admitted three new states, Vermont, Kentucky, and Tennessee; ratified the Bill of Rights of the United States Constitution; and oversaw the Presidential inaugurations of both George Washington and John Adams. ()

Alternative names: Completed: 1789 (235 years ago)Coordinates: 39°56'56"N, 75°9'2"W

Address

6th & Chestnut StreetsCenter City (Old City)Philadelphia 19106 United States

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+1 215-965-2305

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Day trips

Congress Hall – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Independence Hall, Liberty Bell, National Museum of American Jewish History, Independence National Historical Park.

~170 ftE
, Museum, History museum
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~200 ftNE
Historic symbol of American freedom
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~730 ftNE
Museum, History museum, Specialty museum
National Museum of American Jewish History, Philadelphia
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~600 ftNE
National shrine with the Liberty Bell
Independence National Historical Park, Philadelphia
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~230 ftE
Museum, History museum, Entertainment
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~1000 ftE
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~530 ftN
Georgian architecture, Memorial, Historical place
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~730 ftNE
Park
Independence National Historical Park, Philadelphia
4 min walk • Independence National Historical Park is a federally protected historic district in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States that preserves several sites associated with the American Revolution and the nation's founding history.
~930 ftN
Museum, Visitor center, Tourist information
Independence National Historical Park, Philadelphia
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~820 ftE
Nightlife, Cinema
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~910 ftSW
Monuments and statues, Sculpture
Tomb of the Unknown Soldier of the American Revolution, Philadelphia
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Congress Hall open?

Congress Hall is open:

Monday 9 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 9 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 5 pm
Thursday 9 am - 5 pm
Friday 9 am - 5 pm
Saturday 9 am - 5 pm
Sunday 9 am - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Congress Hall?

Nearby attractions include Society Hill, Philadelphia (1 min walk), Independence Hall, Philadelphia (1 min walk), Liberty Bell, Philadelphia (1 min walk), Chestnut Street Theatre, Philadelphia (1 min walk).

How to get to Congress Hall by public transport?

The nearest stations to Congress Hall:

Bus

FlixBus Philadelphia Market Street • Lines: 2602, 2680, N2610 (4 min walk)
Washington Sq & Locust St • Lines: 12, 47 (6 min walk)

Metro

5th Street • Lines: Mfl (4 min walk)
8th & Market • Lines: Bsl, Patco (6 min walk)

Train

Jefferson Station (13 min walk)
Suburban Station (25 min walk)

Tram

13th Street • Lines: 10, 11, 13, 34, 36 (17 min walk)
15th Street • Lines: 10, 11, 13, 34, 36 (21 min walk)

Light rail

Adventure Aquarium • Lines: River Line (31 min walk)
Entertainment Center • Lines: River Line (34 min walk)