Old City Historic Walking Tour in Philadelphia

Overview

Experience the City with the Best: Our tours are guided by the company's founder and owner, who happens to be a former stand-up comedian and a history teacher. With a deep love and passion for everything Philadelphia, he brings a unique blend of humor and historical knowledge to your journey.

Step into History's Footprints: Take a captivating 1.5-hour stroll through the cobblestone streets of Old City, retracing the steps of the Founding Fathers.

Covering All the Must-Sees: During your tour, we make sure to visit every significant landmark in historic Old City. Rest assured, you'll leave with not only great memories but also a profound understanding of this city's remarkable history.

City: Philadelphia

Tue 15 Jul

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Starting at $43.50

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Tue 15 Jul

Starting at $43.50

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What's Included

90-Minute Guided Walking Tour of Philadelphia

Pass by 15+ Philadelphia sites including Christ Church, and Ben Franklin Court

Learn about the Revolutionary War and how it has shaped the United States today

Trace the footsteps of the Founding Fathers through the streets of historic Old City

Photo Stops at 10+ Sites including Betsy Ross House, Elfreth's Alley, and Liberty Bell

Visit Carpenter's Hall (Note: Site currently closed, will visit when available to public)

Local Guide; tours are led by a former stand up comedian and history teacher

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children must be accompanied by an adult

What To Expect

Betsy Ross House

Tour the courtyard of the Betsy Ross House. Admission to the museum is not included or a part of the tour but tickets can be purchased at their gift shop for afterwards.

Elfreth's Alley

The oldest continuously lived on street in the original American colonies.

Benjamin Franklin Bridge

When it was first constructed, it laid claim to "longest suspension bridge in the world!"

Christ Church

Known as the Church of the Revolution, admission is "donation only". Learn from some of the best historians in the city!

B. Free Franklin Post Office

The first post office in America!

Carpenters' Hall

See where the seed for America was first planted! Admission is "Donation only" and up to the discretion of guests.

Second Bank of the United States

A presidential portrait gallery run by the parks department.

Independence Hall

We'll discuss the importance of Independence Hall, its roll in the Revolutionary War, and our brave founding fathers who walked through the halls.

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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 (1000)

Cruiser38150561385

Sep 2024

Very good tour in Old City District of Philly. Guide was friendly, informative and made us laugh. Would recommend to anyone who hasn’t been to the city before or to anyone who would like to know more about Old City!

Response from Host

Oct 2024

Thank you for the fantastic review! We're so glad you enjoyed your tour of the Old City District. It’s wonderful to hear that our guide's friendly demeanor and humor made the experience even more enjoyable. We love sharing the rich history and charm of this area, and your recommendation means the world to us! Whether it’s someone visiting for the first time or a local looking to learn more, we’re here to make every tour memorable. We hope to see you again soon for more adventures!

455merc

Sep 2024

I’m glad we did this tour. Our guide was a great communicator, kind, knowledgeable, and humorous. Old City is also a modern city so it helped to have someone weave us through to get to the historic points.

Response from Host

Oct 2024

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that your guide made the tour both enjoyable and insightful, blending kindness, knowledge, and humor to make the experience special. It’s true that Old City is a vibrant mix of modern and historic, and we're glad you found it helpful to have someone guide you through it all. We appreciate your feedback and hope to see you again soon for another walk through the city’s fascinating past!

jonathanwL1974VJ

Sep 2024

Shamus was excellent and a wealth of knowledge about the historic sites and buildings. His addition of the descriptions of the people, their actions and emotions, made the history come alive as we toured the sites. Very worthwhile, expecially to start out our three-day visit to Philadelphia.

Response from Host

Oct 2024

Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We’re thrilled to hear that Shamus exceeded your expectations with his deep knowledge of the historic sites and buildings. His ability to bring the past to life by describing the people, their actions, and their emotions truly helps to make history feel more tangible and engaging. It’s wonderful to know that this added depth to your experience as you explored Philadelphia. Starting your three-day visit with a tour like this is such a great way to get acquainted with the city and its rich history! We’re so glad that the tour set the stage for the rest of your trip. We really appreciate your feedback and are thrilled you found it worthwhile. We hope you had an amazing time throughout your visit and that we’ll see you again the next time you’re in town!