We stayed at the Kimpton Hotel that is literally across the street from Independence Hall. We used valet.

We arrived right at 10:00. There was no line. Later in the day, the line was longer and appeared to be longer than 15 minutes. We carried water bottles in with us. I assume food in backpack would also be okay.

Robert gave you the straight stuff. There are several close. I personally used the Autopark at Olde City garage. Do not believe you will find any free parking close by. However there is a SEPTA station close if you park elsewhere and come in by public transportation. Also, city tour buses (double decker commercial), start and stop at Independence NHP, so if you want to see more of the city with a "hop on, hop off" tour, you can include your visit in that.

Yes the Liberty Bell isn't inside Independence Hall; it's in a separate building across the street that doesn't cost or require tickets. The tour is of Independence Hall only.

My guess would be in the winter. Some of the tour is outside and some is inside but none of it is heated. I know I would not choose this time of year.

Thanks, it's right in the city but if you see the map on the side, it shows Coatesville, PA if you browse the "browse nearby" when you are visiting Coatesville or the area. If you filter by attraction, it shows Liberty Bell in wrong location. How do we report this to TripAdvisor?

We couldn't get tickets for the tour either but we were still able to go round some of the premises and museum freely, this was late afternoon but i cannot recall the exact time - good luck

yes.

To Eastern Penitentiary, you can by tickets there without problem and parking stays at the left side.(Adult tickets $16 and parking $8 per 2 Hours) Regarding Independence Hall, the tickets are free and distributed at visitor center on the opposite side of independence hall, however, it is distributed for specific time ahead. There is also public parking available.

Its a long walk. Subway or Uber is a better option. Parking near the Terminal Market is tight. At Terminal Market try the Bassetts Ice Cream-oldest ice cream stand in America and its really good.