Private 2 hour Walking Tour of Historic Philadelphia

Philadelphia, US

Highlights

  • Discover the birthplace of American democracy
  • See historic landmarks like Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell
  • Learn about the lives and fate of enslaved African-Americans at The President's House
  • Experience the oldest continuously occupied street in British North America at Elfreth's Alley
  • Visit the site where Benjamin Franklin and his family are buried

Meeting Point

Outside the Independence Visitor Center(weather permitting) or outside the gift shop inside the Independence Visitor Center

Meeting point

600 Market St, Philadelphia, PA 19106 , United States

End point

End Point

Outside the Independence Visitor Center(weather permitting) or outside the gift shop inside the Independence Visitor Center

Meeting point

600 Market St, Philadelphia, PA 19106 , United States

End point

What to expect

1

The President's House

See where the first two Presidents lived, learn about the lives and fate of the enslaved African-Americans who toiled there.

Duration 10 minutes
2

Independence Hall

Birthplace of democracy where the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution were signed OUTSIDE ONLY unless special arrangements can be made

Duration 5 minutes
Admission Admission Not Included
3

Liberty Bell Center

Home of the Liberty Bell... enter if wait time short

Duration 15 minutes
4

Carpenters' Hall

See the site of the First Continental Congress.

Duration 5 minutes
5

Elfreth's Alley

See the houses on the oldest continuously occupied street in British North America. Houses here date back to 1724

Duration 10 minutes
6

Betsy Ross House

See the exterior of the house in which Betsy Ross sewed our first flag and learn the story behind it.

Duration 5 minutes
7

Benjamin Franklin's Grave

See the site where Benjamin Franklin and some of his family are buried. Visit through the fence

Duration 5 minutes
8

First Bank of the United States

See the neo-classical masterpiece that housed the First Bank of the United States.

Duration 10 minutes
9

Christ Church

See the exterior of this historic church and learn it's important role in the colonial period OUTSIDE ONLY.

Duration 5 minutes
Admission Admission Not Included

The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.

Additional Information

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    Wheelchair accessible
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    Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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    Service animals allowed
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    Public transportation options are available nearby
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    Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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    All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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    Participants should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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    Operated by a multi-lingual guide (English and German)
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    Operated by a fully vaccinated guide
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    For other tour times contact supplier
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    Walk 2 km(1.5) miles with frequent stops
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    Masks optional. Guide will mask if asked

What our experts say

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    Try a cheesesteak at Pat's nearby.
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    Visit the Reading Terminal Market for lunch.
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    Check out the Rocky Steps after the tour.
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    Take a stroll in Love Park for photos.
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    Bring a stroller for small kids.

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