Beyond the [Liberty] Bell History Walking Tour

Overview

Description:
Hit all the main sites in historic Old City and Independence Park, but hear it all from the perspectives often left out of mainstream tourism. Explore the cobblestone streets of America’s historic capital. 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

Tue 24 Dec

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Starting at $49.00

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Tue 24 Dec

Starting at $49.00

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

Liberty Bell Center

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

Welcome Park

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

Betsy Ross House

Hear about the women that have formed Philadelphia

Elfreth's Alley

The oldest continuously lived in street in America!

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Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (57)

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!

skbrodnax

Oct 2021

Rebecca and Joey of Beyond the Bell Tours were both extraordinarily friendly and extremely knowledgable about Philadelphia’s history. I thought they did a fantastic job of conveying the real and complex history of the Liberty Bell in a nontraditional way. Instead of having us go in to see the Liberty Bell, for example, they encouraged us to observe the setup of the area, notice where people were congregating and what they were paying attention to, and talk to folks in line about their reasons for visiting the site. It was striking how many people were keen to see a supposedly “important moment in history” without knowing the true background of the Liberty Bell. Overall, I was impressed with their ability to readily and thoughtfully answer any questions, their deep analysis of the Liberty Bell in relation to local abolitionist and Black history, and the way in which they enabled us to think deeply about accessibility and visual coding of aspects of the monument. I would absolutely recommend this tour to anyone who would like to visit the Liberty Bell-- after all, it is an iconic symbol— but who would also like to come away with a much deeper understanding of its local history and context. Fun, engaging, insightful, and extremely important— an absolute must when you’re visiting Philadelphia!

Response from Host

Oct 2021

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