Cruises to Philadelphia, PA

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"The City of Brotherly Love"
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"The City of Brotherly Love"
An integral foundation of U.S. history, Philadelphia houses a handful of must-see landmarks.
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Philadelphia, PA

Norwegian Cruise Line offers unforgettable cruises from Philadelphia, allowing guests to explore the riverfront, historic center, other historical sites, and delicious eateries of "The City of Brotherly Love" on foot. The NCL starts using the Philadelphia, PA port as a departure and disembarkation port in 2026, offering voyages to Bermuda, Canada, New England, and the Dominican Republic.

NCL offers 7- and 9-day Philadelphia cruises to Bermuda with two days of fun at the Royal Naval Dockyard, where you can play golf, build castles from pink sand, and enjoy fantastic views from one of the world's oldest cast-iron lighthouses. You can also enjoy an 11-day journey to Canada & New England, visiting Boston, Halifax, Québec City, and other historic places. Besides this, NCL offers 10-day sails from Canada & New England and 11-day Aruba & Dominican Republic voyages that include Philly as a destination port.

There is also a small selection of cruises that visit Philadelphia and let you travel back to America's earliest days, savoring that iconic Philly cheesesteak, visiting the local museums, and immersing in the city’s vibrant culture.

Philadelphia, the country's first World Heritage City, is one of the most history-rich cities in the United States and is also a very popular cruise departure port for those who live nearby. Some people prefer to cruise from here and schedule a hotel stay before or after their voyage. This gives them the chance to enjoy the city and all it has to offer. NCL is the only major cruise line to offer cruises to and from Philadelphia.

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Destinations for Cruises to Philadelphia, PA

The following cruise destinations can be visited on a cruise that includes Philadelphia, PA. Select a destination to view the upcoming cruises that are available:

Arctic Cruises to Philadelphia, PA
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Bahamas Cruises to Philadelphia, PA
Bermuda Cruises to Philadelphia, PA
Bermuda Cruises to Philadelphia, PA
Canada & New England Cruises to Philadelphia, PA
Canada & New England Cruises to Philadelphia, PA
Caribbean Cruises to Philadelphia, PA
Caribbean Cruises to Philadelphia, PA
Potomac River Cruises to Philadelphia, PA
Potomac River Cruises to Philadelphia, PA
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Transatlantic Cruises to Philadelphia, PA
US River Cruises to Philadelphia, PA
US River Cruises to Philadelphia, PA
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Cruise Lines with Cruises to Philadelphia, PA

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River Cruise Lines

Becoming more and more popular, a river cruise is an immerse and destination-focused vacation experience, on a small and luxurious vessel.

River cruises sail through the inland waterways of some of the world's most interesting vacation destinations (i.e. Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and North America), and provide their guests with a greater opportunity to spend time visiting more unique ports of call than a traditional cruise typically would.

Because the destination is the star of a river cruise, (typically guided) shore excursions are included at no additional charge by many River cruise lines. There are usually many interesting lectures given during the cruise, by experts on the history and culture of the region being visited.

Among the famous rivers that one may take a river cruise on are the Rhine, Mississippi, Seine, Danube, Mekong, Nile, Yangtze, Amazon and Douro.

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Specialty Cruise Lines

These cruise lines offer a truly unique vacation experience, with a wide range of possible amenities and itineraries. Some are expedition cruise lines, others have sailing yachts or are coastal ships.

On these types of cruise lines, there's usually a focus on a specific destination or theme. Itineraries are usually very destination intensive, aided by the fact that they're able to reach many ports of call that larger ships can't.

Expedition cruise lines are a great fit for adventure-seeking travelers, featuring exciting destinations like the Galapagos Islands, Antarctica, and the Norwegian coast. During the cruise, there will usually be plenty of interesting lectures given by experts on the destination being visited. Often, shore excursions are included in the cost of the cruise. In fact, some of these cruise lines have all-inclusive pricing. There's a definite focus on the ship's surrounding scenery, as well as opportunities to view wildlife in their natural habitat. Small, but comfortable, ships are commonplace here, with anywhere from basic to very luxurious public spaces, cuisine, and accommodations (depending on the cruise line and ship).

Sailing Yachts, sail-assisted motor ships, offer a really unique vacation experience. Accommodations and cuisine on these intimate vessels can be anywhere from good to fantastic, depending on the cruise line. Destinations offered by these cruise lines may include the Caribbean, Europe, Panama Canal, Tahiti, and Costa Rica.

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Mainstream Cruise Lines

Value is a key feature of these popular cruise lines, as they offer lots of activities, entertainment and dining options, along with a variety of stateroom types. Some of the cruise lines in this category have ships with unique innovations like water slides, rock-climbing walls, ice-skating rinks, surfing simulators, bowling alleys, and boardwalks.

Their ships are usually anywhere from mid-sized to very large "mega" ships, accommodating thousands of guests. These ships give the feel of being in a large resort.

Mainstream cruise lines are a great option for just about everyone (including multi-generation families, and first-time cruisers), and typically have great youth programs.

During the cruise, entertainment may include Broadway productions, Vegas-style shows, comedians, and music. Some of these lines have select formal nights during the cruise. Specialty restaurants are becoming more and more common (some which have a cover charge for this type enhanced dining experience). Buffets are usually available throughout the day, besides room service, and the main dining room(s).

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  • River / Specialty Cruise Line
  • Ships: 21 (90 - 180 Guests)
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  • Ships: 22 (1,878 - 4,218 Guests)
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  • Ships: 12 (67 - 264 Guests)
  • Luxurious Private Yachts!
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  • Mainstream Cruise Line
  • Ships: 16 (2,000 - 4,300 Guests)
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Things to do near Philadelphia, PA

These are just a few of the more popular tourist attractions in Philadelphia, along with a brief description:

♦ The Liberty Bell

One of the most famous symbols of the Revolutionary War, the Liberty Bell is without a doubt one of the most popular attractions in all of Philadelphia. It is an American symbol of liberty and justice. Millions are tourists visit this attraction each year. The Liberty Bell Center is open daily, except on certain holidays.

♦ Independence Hall

This U.S. national landmark is located on Chestnut Street between 5th and 6th Streets. Independence Hall is where America’s founding fathers debated, adopted, and signed the Declaration of Independence, and signed the United States Constitution. This building was the original home of the Liberty Bell, but now houses the Centennial Bell, and is now a part of the Independence National Historical Park.

♦ Philadelphia Museum of Art

This venue is one of the largest art museums in the United States. Established in 1876, it is located in Fairmount Park, at the west end of Benjamin Franklin’s Parkway. You can discover an impressive collection of over 225,000 objects (displayed in over 200 galleries) at this venue.

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