Beyond the [Liberty] Bell History Walking Tour

Overview

Calling all curious travelers and nosey locals looking to delve deeper into the city. Are you ready to get into the nitty gritty of our fair and storied city of Philadelphia? Hit all the main sites in historic Old City and Independence Park, but hear it all from the perspectives often minimized by mainstream tourism. Spend an afternoon with us and come hear this fresh take on an Old City Tour of Philadelphia! Walk by Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell, Elfreth’s Alley, and more historic sites in Old City. Uncover incredible women, indigenous people, people of color, and LGBTQ folks who have made America what it is today.

City: Philadelphia

Thu 24 Jul

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Starting at $59.00

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Thu 24 Jul

Starting at $59.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Local guide

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

What To Expect

Washington Square

Hear about William Penn's vision for Philadelphia and our forgotten female founder, Hannah Callowhill Penn.

Liberty Bell Center

Hear our take on the Liberty Bell and what makes is such an iconic symbol in America.

The President's House

Learn about the Controversy of the President's House and hear about Ona Judge's escape from George Washington.

Elfreth's Alley

The oldest continuously lived in street in America!

Betsy Ross House

Hear about the women that have formed Philadelphia

Welcome Park

Hear about William Penn's relationship with the local Indigenous community: the Lenape.

Show 3 more stops

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (70)

dahliabarton

Oct 2021

I found the tour to be incredibly informative, and liked that Rebecca and Joey discussed the significance of the liberty bell from multiple perspectives including slaves and LGBTQ activism. They pointed out a lot of aspects about the flawed design of the liberty bell slave memorial I would not have even noticed otherwise. Would 100 percent recommend to get the real story behind the bell!

Response from Host

Oct 2021

Thank you for your thoughtful and engaging review! So glad you enjoyed the tour. Stay in touch!

757Katalina

Oct 2021

I highly recommend this tour to anyone in Philadelphia, be it locals or visitors to the city. Rebecca and Joey provided an interactive experience that encouraged us to engage critically with the history, meaning, and display of the bell. They imparted a wealth of knowledge that was new to me and gave me a better understanding of the bell icon, especially being situated in the historical and political contexts that you don’t really get from walking around the exhibits. Additionally, they asked us to provide our opinions on display of information, and called our attention to sections and details that I would’ve missed otherwise.

Response from Host

Oct 2021

Thank you for your thoughtful and engaging review! So glad you enjoyed the tour. Stay in touch!

nancytM1538NB

Oct 2021

This tour lived up to its name for sure -- I learned so much about the history of the liberty bell that I didn't already know having a family from Philadelphia. Rebecca and Joey answered any and all of our questions and were honest and super knowledgeable.

Response from Host

Oct 2021

Thank you for your thoughtful and engaging review! So glad you enjoyed the tour. Stay in touch!