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

Fri 05 Dec

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Starting at $43.50

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Fri 05 Dec

Starting at $43.50

Make a reservation

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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)

Clare_O

Aug 2024

I really enjoyed this tour! The tour guide, Seamus, was knowledgeable and entertaining. It wasn’t too much walking and I learned a lot about Philadelphia and American history.

Response from Host

Aug 2024

Thank you so much for sharing your experience! I'm thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the tour and found Seamus to be both knowledgeable and entertaining. It's wonderful that the tour offered the right balance of walking while providing you with a deeper understanding of Philadelphia and American history. We always strive to make our tours informative and enjoyable, and I'm glad we hit the mark for you. We hope to see you again on another adventure!

R4526RZpatriciab

Aug 2024

Seamus was a wonderful guide filled with information and tidbits not found in the history books!! And thank you for the recommendation for the East Penn penitentiary It was fascinating!!

Response from Host

Aug 2024

Thank you for your kind words! I'm delighted to hear that Seamus enriched your experience with those unique tidbits that go beyond the history books. It's fantastic that you enjoyed the recommendation for the Eastern State Penitentiary—it’s truly a fascinating place with so much history to uncover. We always aim to provide not just a tour, but a full experience, and I'm glad we could make your visit memorable. We look forward to welcoming you back for more discoveries!

Adina_M

Aug 2024

This was a nice tour to become familiar with the area and the most famous landmarks. Our tour guide Joseph was very knowledgeable in the sites and the history. I will say that it did go by very quickly even though the tour is an hour and a half there’s a lot to cover so at times it felt very rushed to get as much information out as possible, but Joseph did mention prior that he would try to cover everything. I do wish though that the tour was able to actually include going into the museums or the other sites I think that would have been better. However if you are just looking for something to see and learn quickly this is fine within itself. I ended up coming back the next day to actually visit Independence Hall and the liberty bell since we couldn’t on the tour.

Response from Host

Aug 2024

Thank you for taking the time to share your detailed feedback! I'm glad you found the tour helpful in becoming familiar with the area and our most famous landmarks. Joseph will be pleased to hear your kind words about his knowledge and effort to cover as much as possible during the tour. We understand that there’s a lot to see and that the pace can feel quick, especially with so much history to explore in just an hour and a half. While our tour is designed to give an overview of the area and its rich history, we don't include entry into the museums or sites, as our focus is on providing a comprehensive introduction to the landmarks themselves. However, it's great to hear that you were inspired to return and explore Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell in more depth afterward. Thank you again for choosing our tour, and we hope to have the pleasure of guiding you on another adventure in the future!