Historic Philadelphia Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour in Philadelphia booking from $14.99

Historic Philadelphia Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour

Overview

Walk in the footsteps of Revolutionary War heroes, discover the iconic Liberty Bell, and relive the fight for American Independence with a self-guided audio tour! Journey back in time to historic Philadelphia in the days of George Washington, Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Jefferson, and their revolutionary collaborators.

After booking, check your email to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action, enter your unique password, and access your tour. These steps require good internet/Wi-Fi access. From there, follow the audio instructions and the route.

Buy once, use for one year! Ideal for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months.

This isn't an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit.

City: Philadelphia

Fri 22 Aug

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What's Included

Easy-to-use app: download Action’s Tour Guide App onto your phone

Engaging storytelling: Uncover unique tales and thrilling history for a memorable journey!

Perfect narrator: nothing can beat listening to a great voice. Proven with tons of rave reviews!

Offline maps: no signal, no problem! Works perfectly without cellular or wifi.

Comprehensive route and stops: See it all, miss nothing, leave no stone unturned!

Go at your own pace: Start anytime, pause anywhere, enjoy breaks for snacks and photos freely!

Learn more: dive deeper into any story you enjoyed with extra stories.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How to access: Once you book a tour, you’ll get a confirmation email and text with instructions: • Download the separate tour app by Action • Enter the password • Download the tour MUST DO while in strong wifi/cellular Works offline after download
How to start touring: Open Action’s separate audio tour guide app once onsite. • If there is just one tour, launch it. • If multiple tour versions exist, launch the one with your planned starting point and direction.
Go to the starting point No one will meet you at the start. This tour is self-guided Enter the first story’s point and the audio will begin automatically Follow the audio cues to the next story, which will also play automatically. Enjoy hands-free exploring. If you face audio issues, contact support. Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.
Travel worry-free: Use the tour app anytime, on any day, and over multiple days. Start and pause the tour whenever you like, taking breaks and exploring side excursions at your own pace. Skip anything you don’t care about or explore bonus content for everything that interests you
Savings tips: Walking tours: couples can share one tour by splitting headphones
Buy once, use for one year! Ideal for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months.

What To Expect

Liberty Bell Center

Next up: the Liberty Bell! We'll learn about what makes this bell iconic -- and what makes it so susceptible to cracks! As we explore its history and majesty, we'll also explore it's significance in later years as Americans fought for their freedom from slavery, for equal voting rights, and for true liberty. Note: This 3+ mile-long tour covers the essentials of Philadelphia in 1-2 hours. Buy once, use for one year! Ideal for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months.

Betsy Ross House

Our trip jumps us back in time a bit -- to the birth of the American flag! The Declaration of Independence and the Constitution often overshadow this historic home but it's legacy is far more visible today! We'll learn all about Betsy Ross and her fateful meeting with George Washington one morning during Sunday service at Christ Church.

The President's House

Next up, the very first White House! We'll explore the original presidental home of George Washington and then of John Adams. Here, we'll be able to dive into the history of the presidents' lives and better understand life during the colonia era.

The African American Museum in Philadelphia

Philadelphia's history may be all about independence and freedom, but that didn't apply to African-Americans! As we pass this wonderful museum, we'll continue to explore slavery and it's impact of early America. We'll also learn about the historic contributions of African-Americans like Crispus Attucks and others.

National Constitution Center

Next up, we'll pass by the National Constituion Center. Just like with the Declaration of Independence, we'll learn about how the colonists gathered here in Philadelphia to formalize their union into a concrete nation: the United States of America. We'll explore how American citizens' most fundamental rights were guaranteed, laying the basis for the American society today.

United States Mint

Our walk then brings us to the Mint! We'll learn about the gold and silver coins that formed the basis of the early American economy... and about the copper, nickel, and paper that makes our money today!

Benjamin Franklin's Grave

We'll walk by Benjamin Franklin's grave and learn about an important part his legacy: the Ivy League University of Pennsylvania. We'll dicover how UPenn represented Franklin's ideals for the young nation's next generation and about how his legacy continues to shine through Philadelphia today.

Elfreth's Alley

This brings us to Elfreth's Alley, the modern Instagram hot-spot of Philly and the historic origins of this great city. As the very first downtown, Elfreth's seen generations of changes... but has remained as quaint and colonial as ever!

Christ Church

We'll then walk over to historic Christ Church, where George Washington, Betsy Ross, and plenty of other American revolutionaries worshipped. We'll pass by the Church, diving into it's historical significance and admiring it's soaring architecture.

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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 (19)

Kelley_B

Jul 2024

Great stories but would have liked a few more. Easy walk😀 it hit the high spots and a few gems not on the other tours.

Response from Host

Jul 2024

Kelley, I'm glad you enjoyed my Historic Philadelphia tour. If you want more adventures, check out my 100+ Self-Guided Driving & Walking Tours by Action. There are plenty more gems to explore at your own pace!

Vivienne_B

Apr 2024

We loved the fact we could stop and start our tour when we pleased. We did a couple extras along the way and my phone died so we didn’t finish the tour. It was a great way to see the city.

Response from Host

Apr 2024

I'm so glad to hear you enjoyed my Philadelphia Audio Tour, Vivienne! It has unlimited uses, so you can return today to finish what you missed. To explore more in Pennsylvania or beyond, check out my Gettysburg Battlefield Bundle or other tours nationwide. Enjoy your adventures, and I hope to be your guide again soon!

miriam_H

Dec 2023

I am 73 year old, could not get in the app, when finally could get it- it said that this pass word was already used. Very frustrating:(. I paid but could not enjoy it.

Response from Host

Dec 2023

Miriam, I'm sorry about your trouble accessing the Philadelphia Walking Audio Tour. I wish you had contacted our support team earlier; we're available from 5 am EST to 5 pm EST to help with such issues. There might have been a mix-up with the password, but rest assured, your access is still valid. However, I understand your disappointment, so please feel free to raise a refund request, and I'll make sure it's processed promptly.

Historic Philadelphia Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour

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