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Sesame Place Philadelphia

Langhorne, Pennsylvania, United States

Operating See opening times on the official website.

7.4/10 THMPRK ScoreRead the assessment
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Mother and daughter riding at Sesame Place Philadelphia

Photo: Sesame Place Philadelphia

Before you choose

Is this your kind of day?

Sesame Place Philadelphia scores for a coherent younger-family experience in which characters, shows and rides reinforce one another. Its strongest value comes when the children are the right age for the Sesame Street setting. Seasonal water programmes and extra costs around the ticket need to be matched to the family’s actual plan.

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Best suited to
Visitors whose interests match the documented offering; individual participation and access requirements govern suitability.
Time to allow
Choose the pace that suits your group.
Before booking
Find tickets, opening times and ride details through the official links.
Fan score88.9%

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About Sesame Place Philadelphia

Sesame Place Philadelphia turns familiar characters into a park day designed around younger families. In Langhorne, the strongest memories may come as much from recognising a favourite friend or watching a parade as from riding. It is a particularly good fit when the children are at the stage to enjoy the whole Sesame Street setting, rather than looking chiefly for larger coasters.

Family rides, character encounters, shows and water attractions give the outing several speeds. The wet and dry programme makes planning important: seasonal water access and a particular event’s offerings should not be assumed from a general park photograph. The park’s accessibility resources are worth reading in relation to individual activities, because a family-friendly presentation does not remove specific participation or sensory requirements.

At a glance

Langhorne visitor location
Sesame Place Philadelphia is physically in Langhorne, Pennsylvania, rather than central Philadelphia.SourceSource checked on October 25, 2026.

Planning your visit

Use Sesame Road in Langhorne, rather than central Philadelphia, and choose the dated admission product that matches the visit. Check the show programme and children’s ride requirements before setting priorities. If water play is part of the day, allow for changing, storage and a quieter break. Compare food, parking and optional upgrades within the complete budget, and leave enough flexibility for a character encounter or a repeat favourite without turning the day into a timetable.

SourceSource checked on October 25, 2026.

Getting there

Head to 100 Sesame Road, Langhorne, Pennsylvania 19047, United States. Follow the official arrival guide to find the right entrance for your visit.

SourceSource checked on October 25, 2026.

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Photograph: Photo: Sesame Place Philadelphia.

THMPRK Score

7.4/10

Sesame Place Philadelphia scores for a coherent younger-family experience in which characters, shows and rides reinforce one another. Its strongest value comes when the children are the right age for the Sesame Street setting. Seasonal water programmes and extra costs around the ticket need to be matched to the family’s actual plan.

Who it suits: Visitors whose interests match the documented offering; individual participation and access requirements govern suitability.

Our criteria and editorial standards

Seven parts. One score.

How the score adds up

Each rating is out of 10. Multiply it by its weight to see what it adds to the final score.

  1. Value for a day out8.0 /10
    Multiplied by 0.3030% of score
    2.40points added
  2. Attractions and experiences8.0 /10
    Multiplied by 0.2020% of score
    1.60points added
  3. Operations and time well spent7.0 /10
    Multiplied by 0.1515% of score
    1.05points added
  4. Reported cleanliness and upkeep5.0 /10
    Multiplied by 0.1010% of score
    0.50points added
  5. Accessibility and inclusion7.0 /10
    Multiplied by 0.1010% of score
    0.70points added
  6. Comfort and amenities7.0 /10
    Multiplied by 0.1010% of score
    0.70points added
  7. Character and distinctiveness9.0 /10
    Multiplied by 0.055% of score
    0.45points added
Weighted total7.40

Rounded once to one decimal place.

THMPRK Score7.4/10

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