Eastern State Penitentiary
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Fee required
Wheelchair accessible
World's first "penitentiary," designed to inspire penitence through strict isolation, later became a model for prison design worldwide.

📜 Historic prison, operated 1829-1971.
🔍 Known for its radical 'separate system' and grand architecture.

Why Go

🏛️ Explore crumbling cellblocks and historic exhibits
🎧 Self-guided audio tour narrated by Steve Buscemi
👻 Experience Halloween Nights haunted house (seasonal)
🚶‍♀️ See Al Capone's restored cell and learn about famous inmates

Why Avoid

😨 Can be terrifying, especially during Halloween Nights

Tips

⏳ Allow about 2 hours for a self-guided tour
🎟️ Guided group tours available at admissions desk if space allows

Cost

💰 Adults $21, seniors $19, students/children $17.

Hours

🕒 Daily 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Accessibility

♿ Wheelchair accessible, service animals welcome, assistive listening systems available.

Last updated 10 days ago

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