Eastern State Penitentiary

Once the most famous and expensive prison in the world, the massive Eastern State Penitentiary operated from 1829 to 1970, introduced Americans to the concept of solitary confinement, and housed criminals like Al Capone and Willie Sutton. Today, the historic site offers self-guided tours that explore the attraction’s history, along with modern social justice issues that surround incarceration. Where: Eastern State Penitentiary, 2027 Fairmount Avenue