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Philadelphia City Hall

The largest city hall in the country, 1871 to 1901, Second Empire, with the 37 foot bronze of William Penn on top of a 548 foot tower. By a gentlemen's agreement nothing in the city was built taller until 1987. The tower has an observation deck under Penn's feet.

Guide's tip. Tower tours are ticketed and small; book ahead. The courtyard is free.

On a walking tour. Stop 15 of 19 on the walking tour Philadelphia, Independence Hall to the Art Museum, every stop on a map in walking order.

about 30 min for a visit