Eastern State Penitentiary

Eastern State Penitentiary

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The Eastern State Penitentiary, also known as ESP, is a former American prison in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

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Nov 19, 2023
My wife and I visited the penitentiary. It was an intense and interesting experience, because You have see the thing from a different point of view and understand the historical period of which It wa… Full review by Roberto A
Nov 12, 2023
Everything was awesome, you could tell a lot of thought and work was put into the entire experience. Bathrooms in the trailer didn't work too well though. Full review by Tiffany A
Nov 7, 2023
Sunday Aug 19th Eastern State Penn The oldest penitentiary in the US and considered the oldest in the world. This historic building is located in a very populated area of Philadelphia and stands out… Full review by RogueTrippers
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Operated for 142 Years
The Eastern State Penitentiary in Philadelphia consists of several buildings that operated for 142 years and housed the likes of Al Capone …
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Cold, Haunted Hallways
Formerly a prison holding the likes of Al Capone, this building is now more of an experience than a museum - take the guided t…
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Meant to Be Humane, Drove Men Insane
Thrust into the middle of urban Philadephia is what looks like a great castle, a massive and haunting building. However, these walls were…
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One of the Most Haunted Buildings
Eastern State Penitentiary (ESP) was part of a controversial movement in the early 1800s that advocated the use of solitary confinement an…
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Hauntingly Fun
Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site, Inc. works to preserve and restore the architecture of Eastern State Penitentiary; to make the Pe…
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Rehabilitating Criminals
The Eastern State Penitentiary was built in 1829 with the aim of rehabilitating criminals through solitary confinement. At the time of its openin…
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Facts

Opened:1829
Architect:John Haviland
Architectural style:Gothic Revival

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Can u wear leggings at the eastern state penitentiary can you wear a v neck
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Yes - there isn’t a dress code. You just want to be comfortable walking indoors and out.
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Is it temperature controlled? Heating for winter visits?
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I am not sure, I would imagine it may have some heating but there are a lot of open areas without walls and ceilings. Worth wrapping up warm for the visit. I wouldn't let it put you off
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Can my friends and I go if we're all under 18 without an adult accompanying us? We see that there's a waiver that we …
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Can my friends and I go if we're all under 18 without an adult accompanying us? We see that there's a waiver that we can easily get signed by our parents but idk if we need an adult ticket and said adult.
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Hi I am not sure about the age requirement there is a phone number on the website you can call and ask them.
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Are there bathrooms available to use?
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Yes!!! At the entrance before you start the inside tour
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There are lots of tours, exhibits, and programs on your website. What's the best way to see the penitentiary?
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All of our daytime programming (, Hands-On Historyexperiences, artist installations, and exhibits) is included in one admission price.
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