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Philadelphia Old City Historic Walking Tour with 10+ Top Sites

Philadelphia, USAby Founding Footsteps

1.5 hours
Free cancellation
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Up to 20 travelers
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Guide: English

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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.

What's included

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

Itinerary

1
Betsy Ross House
7 min
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.
2
Elfreth's Alley
10 min
The oldest continuously lived on street in the original American colonies.
3
Benjamin Franklin Bridge
Pass by
When it was first constructed, it laid claim to "longest suspension bridge in the world!"
4
Christ Church
7 min
Known as the Church of the Revolution, admission is "donation only". Learn from some of the best historians in the city!
5
B. Free Franklin Post Office
5 min
The first post office in America!
6
Carpenters' Hall
7 min
See where the seed for America was first planted! Admission is "Donation only" and up to the discretion of guests.
7
Second Bank of the United States
15 min
A presidential portrait gallery run by the parks department.
8
Stop 8
15 min
The most famous bell in America!
9
Independence Hall
10 min
We'll discuss the importance of Independence Hall, its roll in the Revolutionary War, and our brave founding fathers who walked through the halls.

Meeting and pickup

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

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.

Good to know

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

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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