Visit Philadelphia Email Format
Travel ArrangementsPennsylvania, United States51-200 Employees
Visit Philadelphia operates as the region’s official tourism marketing organization for Greater Philadelphia, aiming to shape the area’s image and attract visitors to boost the local economy. Based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the organization focuses on promoting leisure travel across five counties and beyond, drawing on campaigns and partnerships to increase visitation and support the regional hospitality ecosystem. Its work targets travelers and tourism-related businesses by coordinating and executing marketing initiatives, cultural and event programming, and collaborative efforts with local partners to highlight the city and surrounding counties as a destination. Founded in 1996 through a joint effort by city, state, and philanthropic entities, Visit Philadelphia operates as a 501(c)(3) non-profit that funds its activities through hotel taxes, grants, and sponsorships rather than membership dues. In recent years, it has organized and supported various campaigns and collaborations, and it engages in partnerships to expand access to events and attractions across the region.