Private Sightseeing Tour of Three Philly Neighborhoods
Philadelphia, US
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Private Tour
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Duration 1.5 to 3 hours
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Coffee and/or tea included
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Wheelchair accessible
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Available in English and Spanish
Explore Philadelphia’s vibrant neighborhoods on a private tour, blending history with local culture and delightful experiences.
Included
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Coffee and/or tea
Excluded
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Please note that gratuities, souvenirs, snacks, entry fees are not included in this tour.
Explore Philadelphia’s vibrant neighborhoods on a private tour, blending history with local culture and delightful experiences.
Highlights
- Discover the historic details of Philadelphia
- Experience the present moment in the various neighborhoods
- Meet local business owners and artisans
- Explore the oldest continuously occupied city street in the nation
- Dive into the stories behind the American Revolution
Meeting Point
The meeting point if you prefer not to be met at a pick up point of your choice is Cafe Ole, a favorite Old City spot located around the corner from the Betsy Ross House Museum. I will be in front of the colorful mural that is painted along the side of the cafe.
147 N 3rd St, Philadelphia, PA 19106 , United States
End Point
The Three Philadelphia Neighborhoods Tour ends at The not-to-be-missed Reading Terminal Market - an indoor market place filled with over 70 family-owned family businesses, food stalls, crafts, bakeries, produce and much more.
1136 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19107 , United States
Pickup
Check if pick-up is available from your location, you will select during checkout (providers may allow other pickup locations)
What to expect
Betsy Ross House
A brief pause to revisit the Betsy Ross story and discover new and fascinating facts about the life of one of history’s powerhouse women.
5 minutes
Admission Not Included
Elfreth's Alley
We will stroll along the oldest, continuously occupied city street in the nation - a beautiful, charming and quirky spot that reveals what life was like for generations of its residents from 1703 to present day.
15 minutes
Christ Church
See where the Founding Father’s worshipped, walk where many were laid to rest, sit in the pews where the figures of history sat each Sunday, gaze upon North America’s first-ever skyscraper.
15 minutes
B. Free Franklin Post Office
Along the way to this historic post office we will visit multiple locations ranging from the historic to modern day. Expect sweets and a visit to a favorite cheesesteak destination.
20 minutes
Independence National Historical Park
Within this, the nation’s most historic mile, we will dive into the stories behind the most significant people and places of the American Revolution. Key highlights include Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell.
25 minutes
Philadelphia Chinatown
We will visit this tight-knit bustling neighborhood of lively streets, shops and restaurants before stopping for photos at the towering Friendship Arch.
15 minutes
Reading Terminal Market
This may possibly be the most epic indoor market you will ever visit. A must-experience, one-of-a-kind East Coast destination where flavors, history and delicious fun meet.
20 minutes
City Hall Visitor Center
This incredible centerpiece of Philadelphia, topped by the ever-watchful statue of William Penn, went from being mocked as “the ugliest building in the world” to being recognized as one of the most majestic municipal structures in the nation. We will walk it’s courtyard and discover the “whys” behind some of its most symbolic art pieces.
10 minutes
Love Park
We end with the stories, sights and sounds of Center City plus photos at Robert Indiana’s iconic LOVE Sculpture. From here it’s just steps toward further destinations for your day that may include The Barnes Foundation, The Franklin Institute, the Philadelphia Museum of Art and it’s “Rocky Steps”, Boat House Row or shopping and dining in beautiful Rittenhouse Square.
10 minutes
Love Sculpture
An alternate end point for our tour is the iconic LOVE Sculpture, an ideal location for photos and for launching the rest of your day in Philadelphia.
Parc
If you would like to end your tour in the city’s most elegant and beautiful neighborhoods with a cocktail at one of Philadelphia’s most charming Parisian-style bistros (with a view of Historic Rittenhouse Square) we can end your tour at the entrance to Parc Restaurant.
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 -
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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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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This tour involves walking 30-35 city blocks at a moderate pace with frequent opportunities to rest. Still, if guests have difficulty walking or navigating wheelchairs for such distance this tour may pose a challenge.
What our experts say
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Try a cheesesteak at Reading Terminal Market. -
Visit the Betsy Ross House before the tour.
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Check out local artisan shops in Chinatown.
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Bring a camera for iconic LOVE Sculpture photos.
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Relax at Parc Restaurant after the tour.
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