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Eastern State Penitentiary · Prison Tourism (Active Prisons)

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Eastern State Penitentiary · Prison Tourism (Active Prisons)

Famous for being the solitary confinement system's origin and housing Al Capone's cell, Eastern State Penitentiary offers audio tours, special Halloween events, and art installations as part of its major tourist appeal. **Unique Factor:** Al Capone's cell, solitary confinement system origin **Key Experiences:** Audio tours, Halloween events, art installations

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Famous for being the solitary confinement system's origin and housing Al Capone's cell, Eastern State Penitentiary offers audio tours, special Halloween events, and art installations as part of its major tourist appeal. **Unique Factor:** Al Capone's cell, solitary confinement system origin **Key Experiences:** Audio tours, Halloween events, art installations

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Best season: Autumn
Difficulty: 7
Region: USA, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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