RIDE PHILLY
Philadelphia Visitors' Best Kept Secret - Hop On Hop Off
Current Hours
7 Days a Week!
10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. every 15 minutes.
Park & Ride Discounts
Read about parking discounts for Phlash riders.
Learn MoreFIFA World Cup Surge Service
Read about extended hours and increased buses for the 39 days of the FIFA World Cup.
Learn MorePurchase Tickets Online Today!
All-Day Pass
$5
Available online and in person
All-Day Family Pass
$15
Two Adults And Two Children Ages 5-18
Purchase Tickets In Person or online
Stop in one of our visitor centers to purchase tickets or on board any PHLASH bus!
While Boarding
Exact cash fare required when purchased on board.
Independence Visitor Center
Stop 1
599 Market Street
Philadelphia PA 19106
LOVE Park Visitor Center
Stop 4
1569 John F Kennedy Blvd
Philadelphia, PA 19102
Parkway Visitor Center & Rocky Shop
Stop 11
2600 Benjamin Franklin Parkway,
Philadelphia PA 19103
Senior Citizens
FREE
Children Under 4
FREE
Septa Key Holders
FREE
Frequently Asked Questions
How often will the PHLASH run during the FIFA World Cup™?
To accommodate increased demand during the FIFA World Cup™ and FIFA Fan Festival™, the PHLASH will operate enhanced service on select days. Riders can expect more frequent buses and reduced wait times throughout the day, especially before and after major matches and Fan Festival events. Real-time bus tracking is available so you can see exactly when the next bus is arriving. Visit our World Cup information page for the latest schedules, service alerts, and tracking links: FIFA World Cup Service Updates.
How do I get to the FIFA Fan Festival™ using the PHLASH?
The easiest way is to ride the Downtown Loop to Stop 9, located at Pennsylvania Avenue and Fairmount Avenue. From there, it's about a 0.4-mile walk to the entrance of the FIFA Fan Festival™ at Lemon Hill. The PHLASH was designed to connect visitors with Philadelphia's top attractions, and the FIFA Fan Festival™ stop makes it one of the most convenient ways to reach the event. Learn more about World Cup service here: FIFA World Cup Service Updates.
Will the PHLASH run later during the FIFA World Cup™?
Yes! On select days when the FIFA Fan Festival™ at Lemon Hill operates beyond the PHLASH's regular hours, the Downtown Loop will offer extended evening service to help fans get to and from the festivities. Additional buses will also be added during peak demand periods, meaning shorter wait times between stops—sometimes as often as every 7 minutes. For the latest schedules and service updates, visit our FIFA World Cup service page: FIFA World Cup Service Updates.
When does PHLASH daily service start?
PHLASH daily services begins May 25th. The service runs 7 days a week between Memorial Day and Labor Day.
How much is the PHLASH? Do passes need to be purchased in advance?
The PHLASH costs $5 for a One-Day Pass for one person. A Family Pass costs $15 for up to 2 adults and 2 children (ages 5–18).
Children age 4 and under, seniors 65 and over, and SEPTA Pass or Key holders ride free. You can buy PHLASH passes:-
Online
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At any Visitor Center
- On the bus (cash only, exact change)
Are strollers permitted on the PHLASH?
Collapsible strollers are permitted to board the PHLASH at the driver's discretion. Riders must collapse the stroller before boarding.
Do I need to alert the PHLASH driver when I want to get off at my stop?
The PHLASH stops at each of the 19 stops along the Center City route, and 5 stops along the West Park Loop, so there is no need to alert the driver. Simply stand when the vehicle stops moving and make your way to one of the exits. PHLASH only picks up and drops off riders at its stop locations.
Is the PHLASH temperature-controlled?
Yes, all PHLASH vehicles offer air conditioning during the warmer season and heat during the colder months.
Is the PHLASH wheelchair accessible?
Yes, all PHLASH vehicles are wheelchair accessible with a lift and provide wheelchair securement.
How do I get to attractions in Fairmount Park like the Philadelphia Zoo or Please Touch Museum aboard the PHLASH?
To access the Mutter Museum, 30th Street Station, Philadelphia Zoo or Please Touch Museum on the PHLASH, board the transfer vehicle to the West Park Loop at the Transfer Stop located at LOVE Park, Stop 4. You can ride the PHLASH Downtown Loop to the Transfer Stop and transfer for access to the West Park Loop that connects back to the Downtown Loop at the Transfer Stop. All-day passes incur no additional fee to ride the Philadelphia Zoo & Please Touch Museum Loop.
Does the PHLASH have a Lost & Found?
If you think you left a belonging on a PHLASH vehicle, please call the Independence Visitor Center, (800) 537-7676, and report the missing item to a Visitor Services Representative.
How long has the PHLASH been in operation?
Former Pennsylvania governor and two-time Mayor of Philadelphia Edward G. Rendell first introduced the Philly PHLASH Downtown Loop™ in 1994. The Philadelphia Visitors Center Corporation began managing the PHLASH in 2012. 2026 is the 32nd season of the PHLASH.
Is the PHLASH a guided sightseeing tour?
The PHLASH provides a convenient and affordable way for visitors to navigate Philadelphia, but it is NOT a narrated or guided sightseeing tour. Our friendly PHLASH drivers will announce stops ahead of time, and are happy to answer basic questions about Philadelphia, or tell where you to get their favorite cheesesteak!
What is the Philly PHLASH®?
The Philly PHLASH® is a seasonal transit program managed by the Philadelphia Visitors Center Corporation. The PHLASH is the most affordable and convenient way for visitors to get around Philadelphia, with 19 stops located near popular attractions, from the Delaware River Waterfront to Fairmount Park. The PHLASH provides daily service. There is no service on Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. Daily service runs May 17 – September 2. The PHLASH operates from 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m., providing service to each stop every 15 minutes.