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Forget watching History Channel documentaries. Why not see the landmarks that shaped America in real life on this Philadelphia tour? You'll see the building where the Declaration of Independence and the US Constitution were signed, the Liberty Bell, Betsy Ross's House, and much more! This tour even includes a special presentation about George Washington in the Museum of the American Revolution.
Join friendly Local, English-speaking guide
A donation to a local community organization
Presentation on George Washington at the Museum of the American Revolution (Entrance Fee Included)
National Park Service Fee for guided groups
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Explore the iconic sights of Philadelphia with a local guide
Gratuities
Departure Point
434-498 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, Verenigde Staten
Signers Garden, 498 Chestnut St., Philadelphia, PA 19106
Return Details
Philadelphia, PA, USA
Pub in the heart of Old City
001S160083, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA Meet your guide at the Signers Garden in the middle of the Independence National Historical Park and begin your amazing journey of the past. Visit several unmissable sites on this historical Old City Philadelphia tour. This experience ditches the guidebooks and gives you a dose of history from a local perspective. 10 minutes
Independence National Historical Park, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States Stroll Independence Mall - the three block section of Independence National Park and the must-see Independence Hall (tour does not enter Independence Hall), where the Declaration of Independence and the US Constitution were signed. As you walk, learn about Congress Hall, Old City Hall, the Philosophical Society, the Second Bank of the US and Carpenter's Hall. 45 minutes
Independence Mall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States Follow your guide across the Mall and visit the President's House, once the home of George Washington and John Adams during Philadelphia’s tenure as the nation's capital. 30 minutes
520 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, Verenigde Staten We will pass by Independence Hall where in 1776, the Second Continental Congress signed the Declaration of Independence.
Congress Hall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States Your guide will share knowledge of the most significant sites such Congress Hall.
Old City Hall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States Originally intended as Philadelphia's City Hall, it housed the U.S. Supreme Court from the completion of its construction in 1791 until 1800, when the national capital was moved to Washington, D.C.
Liberty Bell Center, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States Hear the story of the founding of the State House bell (now known as the Liberty Bell) to its use by abolitionists and civil rights advocates.
Carpenters' Hall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States Pass by Carpenters' Hall and learn about the official birthplace of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and a key meeting place in the early history of the United States.
Museum of the American Revolution, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States Enjoy a special presentation on George Washington at the Museum of the American Revolution 20 minutes
Betsy Ross House, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States Outside, get a glimpse of the Betsy Ross House and hear stories from your guide about the birth of the American flag. 5 minutes
Benjamin Franklin's Grave, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States Christ Church Burial Ground in Philadelphia is an important early-American cemetery. It is the final resting place of Benjamin Franklin and his wife, Deborah.
The President's House, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States Learn about the this house that served as the "White House" from 1790 to 1800 while Philadelphia was the capital of the United States. 10 minutes
Elfreth's Alley, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States From here, weave through the charming back alleys of Old City and walk down Elfreth's Alley, one of the country’s oldest continuously occupied residential streets. In this vibrant neighborhood, you’ll pass trendy cafes, shops, art galleries and buildings featuring industrial architecture. 15 minutes
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable shoes are recommended
Entrance into buildings/sites are on a time and queue permitting basis
This is a child-friendly tour. Children under the age of 6 are permitted to join this tour free of charge.
This tour does not go inside Christ Church on the 5:30 pm departure. We will view it from the outside
Some churches may not be open to us on a Sunday.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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.
dinahblues
23 Apr 2023
All of the detailed anecdotes that provided context. I feel energized to read more about the people and places he spoke of. Thanks Marty!
Angela_H
22 Apr 2023
Got stuck in Philadelphia for a day due to canceled flights. This was the perfect way to spend the time. Adam was a great tour guide, answered some challenging questions and told some great stories. We learned a lot and had a great time.
Tammy_L
30 Mar 2023
We are having an American History Spring Break tour. Rick our tour guide filled us with all sorts of good stories and history. We had a lady on our tour that was from another country, he constantly remembered to ask her if she knew the person or the story and would give her a brief background to keep her in the loop. We wanted to go in the Ben Franklin post office and he let us take an extra minute to stop in there. He was good at staying politically neutral, which many of the guides we had in DC and Gettysburg, did not do. I really want to go back to Philly and do another tour with Rick! Would highly recommend!
This tour in
Pennsylvania
is organized by
Intrepid Urban Adventures - USA
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