Philadelphia Old City Historic Walking Tour with 10+ Top Sites | 1 hour 30 minutes

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Walking Tour
2 Adults x $43.50
$87.00
Approx Total
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Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • 90-Minute Guided Walking Tour of Philadelphia
  • Pass by 15+ Philadelphia sites including Christ Church, and Ben Franklin Court
  • Learn about the Revolutionary War and how it has shaped the United States today
  • Trace the footsteps of the Founding Fathers through the streets of historic Old City
  • Photo Stops at 10+ Sites including Betsy Ross House, Elfreth's Alley, and Liberty Bell
  • Visit Carpenter's Hall (Note: Site currently closed, will visit when available to public)
  • Local Guide; tours are led by a former stand up comedian and history teacher
  • Gratuities

Overview

Experience the City with the Best: Our tours are guided by the company's founder and owner, who happens to be a former stand-up comedian and a history teacher. With a deep love and passion for everything Philadelphia, he brings a unique blend of humor and historical knowledge to your journey. Step into History's Footprints: Take a captivating 1.5-hour stroll through the cobblestone streets of Old City, retracing the steps of the Founding Fathers. Covering All the Must-Sees: During your tour, we make sure to visit every significant landmark in historic Old City. Rest assured, you'll leave with not only great memories but also a profound understanding of this city's remarkable history.

Meeting points

Departure Point: Anima (We meet outside of this pet store across the street from the Starbucks on the corner of 3rd and Arch) Address: 302 Arch Street,  Philadelphia, PA 19106

End point

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The tour concludes outside of Independence Hall around 5th and Chestnut, about four blocks away from the starting location. Our guides will happily provide directions back to the start if needed.

Itinerary

  • Betsy Ross House

    Tour the courtyard of the Betsy Ross House. Admission to the museum is not included or a part of the tour but tickets can be purchased at their gift shop for afterwards.

    7 minutes

  • Elfreth's Alley

    The oldest continuously lived on street in the original American colonies.

    10 minutes

  • Benjamin Franklin Bridge (Pass By)

    When it was first constructed, it laid claim to "longest suspension bridge in the world!"

  • Christ Church

    Known as the Church of the Revolution, admission is "donation only". Learn from some of the best historians in the city!

    7 minutes

  • B. Free Franklin Post Office

    The first post office in America!

    5 minutes

  • Carpenters' Hall

    See where the seed for America was first planted! Admission is "Donation only" and up to the discretion of guests.

    7 minutes

  • Second Bank of the United States

    A presidential portrait gallery run by the parks department.

    15 minutes

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    The most famous bell in America!

    15 minutes

  • Independence Hall

    We'll discuss the importance of Independence Hall, its roll in the Revolutionary War, and our brave founding fathers who walked through the halls.

    10 minutes

Sample Menu

Additional Info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

Free Cancellation

June 10100% refund
June 11No refund

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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1671 reviews

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Great insight

Published on Jan, 2025

Great way to learn about the rich history and stories about Philly, Seamus was engaging and knowledgeable which made the tour exceptional.

This tour hits all the highlights!

Published on Jan, 2025

This tour hits all the highlights. Our guide Seamus was easy to understand and made history relatable with both historical and fun facts.

Great walking tour with...

Published on Jan, 2025

Great walking tour with Seamus, very informative. Seamus was extremely knowledgeable about the history and happy to answer any questions or provide general information about Philadelphia.

Beautiful tour with...

Published on Jan, 2025

Beautiful tour with fascinating history. Just such a great way to orient yourself to what Philadelphia started as.

Hats off to Seamus

Published on Jan, 2025

90 minutes well spent on a crisp January morning. A tour which gives great insight and will bring you to spots you won’t find on a standard bus tour.

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