Museum Hopping on the HOHO Bus — Where to Start

Maximize museum visits on your HOHO ticket with a smart order of stops and reservation tips for major exhibits.

1/16/2026

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Row of museum entrances along the Parkway

Museum Hopping Strategy — Make the Most of Museum District

The Parkway clusters top museums; a little advance planning multiplies the value of your HOHO pass.

Suggested order (time permitting)

Philadelphia Museum of Art — flagship collection and rooftop views.
Rodin Museum — sculpture garden for a gentle stroll.
Barnes Foundation — reserve timed tickets well in advance.

Practical tips

Reserve timed entries where required and prioritize special exhibitions in advance.
Combine a museum morning with an afternoon neighborhood walk or café stop.

Museum gallery interior

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Curator's Companion

Denna guide är skriven för att ge besökare praktiska, gatunära råd om hur man utforskar Philadelphia med hop‑on hop‑off-buss — var du bör stanna, vad du bör smaka och hur du förbinder historiska ögonblick med vardagsliv för en oförglömlig dag.