Solve A Mystery: The Kidnapping by Independence Hall

2 hrs

Unleash your inner detective and crack the case in 'The Kidnapping by Independence Hall'—Philadelphia's ultimate murder mystery adventure!

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Ticket types and quantities
Adult 13–64 years
$16.00$17.78
1
Child 4–12 yearsi
$11.20$12.44
0

Estimated total · $16.00

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Overview

Get ready to unleash your inner detective with the Solve a Murder Mystery Experience in Philadelphia!

Step into 1920s Philadelphia

Step back in time and dive into the thrilling case of 'The Kidnapping by Independence Hall' inspired by a real case. As a Philadelphia police officer, it's up to you to crack the case of the missing baby.

Enjoy the freedom to explore at your own pace – no need to follow a guide, stick to someone else’s schedule, or rush through the adventure. Perfect for families, friends, or colleagues seeking a fun and challenging activity. With your mystery package in hand, you can start the investigation whenever you're ready!

Explore iconic landmarks like Independence Hall, Washington Square, and more as you follow clues and unravel the mystery. Get ready for an unforgettable journey through the streets of Philadelphia, filled with suspense, intrigue, and plenty of excitement!

Once you and your team have solved the mystery, you can play the Investigator Personality Quiz  included in your experience. Are you a logical thinker, a quick problem solver, a natural leader, or calm under pressure? Find out all about your investigator personalities after you've solved the mystery!

Location

Philadelphia Visitor Center, 1 N. Independence Mall W
PA 19106 599 Market St

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Opening hours

Standard opening hours

Monday – Sunday
10 AM – 6 PM

Last entry
4 PM

Guest reviews

Ravi G.

Apr 2025

More impressive in person than the photos. Views exceeded our expectations, even though it was a busy day.

Noah H.

Jan 2026

More impressive in person than the photos. matching what friends told us—but better in person.

Quinn B.

Jan 2025

Clear signage when we arrived. we’d echo the hype online.

Diego P.

May 2025

More impressive in person than the photos. Photo spots were thoughtfully spaced along the route, — glad we prioritized it.

Ben A.

Nov 2025

Great value versus buying tickets separately. matching what friends told us—but better in person.

Priya F.

Oct 2025

Smooth check-in with no surprises. Venue matched the vibe in the listing description, and we felt we got our money’s worth.

Oliver P.

Jun 2025

We’d happily do this again. Seating/rest spots helped older travelers in our group, and we felt we got our money’s worth.

Emma V.

Dec 2025

Great value versus buying tickets separately. worth blocking a half-day for. (Morning slot felt ideal.)

Noah K.

May 2025

The pace worked well with kids. worth blocking a half-day for.

Oliver B.

Feb 2026

Audio quality was sharper than usual for this kind of ticket. Highlights matched what was advertised, and we felt we got our money’s worth.

Noah K.

Oct 2025

Easy to combine with other sights. worth blocking a half-day for.

Elena M.

Feb 2026

Entry was quicker than websites suggested. Queues moved faster than expected, we left with clearer context on the venue’s history.

Ben E.

Jan 2025

Well organized from start to finish. with straightforward entry.

Felix N.

Oct 2025

Clear signage when we arrived. Seating/rest spots helped older travelers in our group, and overall it was one of our favorite stops.

Ravi J.

Jul 2025

Straightforward redemption with our pass. we left with clearer context on the venue’s history.