Visit Philadelphia

An insider's look at what VISIT PHILADELPHIA does to market Greater Philadelphia as a leisure tourism destination.

General Information
Company Name
Visit Philadelphia
Founded Year
1996
Location (Offices)
Philadelphia, United States +1
Founders / Decision Makers
Number of Employees
68
Industries
Entertainment, Travel and Tourism
Funding Stage
Grant
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Visit Philadelphia - Company Profile

Visit Philadelphia

Founded in 1996, Visit Philadelphia is dedicated to promoting Greater Philadelphia as a leisure tourism destination. Through successful marketing campaigns, the organization has contributed to a significant increase in leisure travelers, welcoming 13.4 million more visitors annually since 1997.

As a 501(c)3 organization, Visit Philadelphia receives funding from various sources such as Philadelphia County hotel tax, foundation grants, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania grants, partnerships, and sponsorships. Notably, it received a $2.00M grant investment on 12 September 2016 from The Pew Charitable Trusts.

With a mission to build the region's image, drive visitation, and boost the economy, Visit Philadelphia has played a pivotal role in positioning Greater Philadelphia as an attractive tourist destination. Notably, the organization's campaigns such as Come for Philadelphia. Stay for Philly, With Love, Philadelphia XOXO, and Philly’s More Fun When You Sleep Over have been highly successful.

Operating as the official tourism marketing agency, Visit Philadelphia continues to showcase the city's rich history, vibrant arts scene, and diverse cultural offerings to attract visitors from around the world. As it moves forward, the organization is set to play a critical role in driving the region's tourism industry and economic growth.

Taxonomy: Destination Marketing, Leisure Tourism, Philadelphia Tourism, Travel Industry, Hospitality, Marketing Campaigns, Public-Private Partnerships, Tourism Funding, Arts and Culture, Local Community Engagement

Funding Rounds & Investors of Visit Philadelphia (1)

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Funding Stage Amount No. Investors Investors Date
Grant $2.00M 1 The Pew Charitable Trusts 12 Sep 2016

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