Mom’s Page
Thanks for visiting us today. Ride The Ducks is the perfect family adventure. Our land and water adventure of Philadelphia is fun, engaging, educational and entertaining. You will ride through the historic streets of Philadelphia before splashing down into the Delaware River for a fun cruise.
It’s all it is Quacked up to be!
"Captain Betsy Ross was absolutely wonderful very entertaining and informative. When we got off we were ready to go again!"
Jessica. High Point, NC Sept, 2009
"My family thoroughly enjoyed this unique experience. Even though we are from the Philly area we enjoyed seeing many of the historical sights and learning more about the city."
Jessica. Lansdale, PA July, 2009
"My family had a great time! We had people from 5 years old to 80 years old on our boat and we were all laughing. Every minute of the trip was enjoyable! We would highly recommend Ride the Ducks to all of our family and friends!"
Nancy. Woodbury Heights, NJ July, 2009
"Crash Course was absolutely superb. He is a natural comedic talent, and his lively and hilarious presentation made the tour immeasurably more fun. Whatever you do, hang on to this tour guide--he is AWESOME!"
Kathleen. Alexandria, VA July, 2009
"All of it, seeing my son’s face when we went into the water was priceless."
Lisa. Wenonh, NJ August, 2009
"Tony was fantastic I will request him again when I take a tour. I will also recommend him to anyone who asks me."
Karen. Hatfield, PA July, 2009
“I went with trepidation, expecting it to be rather "corny" (especially for a native Philadelphian), but instead I had GREAT FUN !!!”
Deborah. Philadelphia, PA Sept 2006
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the tour?
The perfect length. Your sightseeing adventure lasts about 70 minutes with about 25 minutes of that time on the Delaware River. We pass by many of the important points of history and current event sites to give you an overview of the area. The uniqueness of our vehicle also allows you to interact with the street so you get a real feel for life in Philadelphia. We leave you plenty of time to go back to the sites where you really want to spend more time.
Where do I buy tickets?
From this website, via the phone or at our ticket kiosk. As you can imagine our tours are very popular. To ensure you get a seat on the tour of your choice we recommend you purchase tickets in advance. Our phone number is 877-887-8225. If you prefer to book when you get to town, visit our ticket booth inside the Independence Visitor Center at 6th and Market Streets.
Are there restrooms on board?
Sorry, no room. Go before we go. There are restroom facilities inside the Independence Visitor Center. Any of our crew will be happy to direct you to the nearest facility.
Can I take food and drink on board?
Yep. Just remember the answer to the restroom question. Sorry no alcoholic beverages.
Are you accessible to the disabled?
We can accommodate guests with various disabilities. Please call our office at 877-887-8225 to make arrangements and purchase tickets.
Will I get seasick?
Probably not. We are only on the water for about 25 minutes. Our vehicle is built to be very stable on the Delaware River. Plus, the water ride is very tranquil and relaxing since our water speed tops out at 7 mph.
Will I get wet?
Probably not. We try to make our entry into the water fun, but not wet. However, there may be times when a little splash will make its way onboard.
Do you have life jackets?
Yes. Enough for a vehicle full of adults, children or a mix of both. We also have a duckload of other modern safety equipment on board.