Philly Gayborhood and LGBTQ History Walking Tour

Overview

Description:

On this 90 minute walking tour, we'll discuss the people and institutions that have put Philly on the map as one of the most queer-friendly cities in the country (and in the world)!

Tour includes:

- Barbara Gittings, "Gay Pioneer"
- Alain Locke, Dean of the Harlem Renaissance
- Giovanni's Room, The nation's longest continuously-operating LGBT-focused bookstore
- The evolution of Pride: from protest to parade
- Kiyoshi Kuromiya: Inventor, Architect, Activist
- A tribute to Gloria Casarez

Wheel Chair Accessible upon request.

Schedule:

Philly Gayborhood tours are offered daily. Public tours cost $39 per person and are available on Saturdays and Sundays at 3pm.

Private walking tours with are available any day of the week at any time and require a five (5) person or $195 minimum. If your group is fewer than six, please book five spots to secure your private tour!

City: Philadelphia

Sat 19 Oct

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Starting at $49.00

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Sat 19 Oct

Starting at $49.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Tour 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
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (26)

Aneisa B

Aug 2019

I learned a lot. I felt comfortable enough to ask questions since I was the only one. Joey knows his stuff. The tour started right on time. I really enjoyed my time. Especially learning about Giovani’s Room bookstore.

Response from Host

Aug 2019

Thanks so much for coming Aneisa! We love Giovanni's Room and are glad it stuck with you : )

brandtygreen

Jul 2019

Joey was an excellent guide. He was very personable and extremely knowledgable! Living in the suburbs, I've visited Philly and the Gayborhood many times, but I was surprised to learn just how significant Philadelphia was in LGBT history. It was a hot day, and Joey was very considerate of my comfort on the tour- staying in the shade when possible, stopping for water/bathroom breaks. I would highly recommend this tour! I'm looking forward to taking another tour with Beyond the Bell- especially the Badass Women of Philadelphia!

Response from Host

Aug 2019

Thank you so much Branden! It was great to meet you, share a slice of my Philadelphia with you, & hear about your relationship to the city. I hope to see you again soon!! -Joey

Elizabeth M

Jul 2019

What a fantastic experience! I booked my tour just a couple hours before the starting time, and Joey was so gracious about doing it despite my being his only guidee that day. The starting location was easy to access via public transportation (I took the 7 bus) and he was right on time to get the tour going. He was so knowledgeable and personable, and I feel like I really got a sense of how LGBT history is intertwined with the larger history of Philadelphia-- it was worth every penny, and I would have been happy to spend another two hours picking his brain about the city's past. I'm just sad that I don't have time to do more tours with this company before my departure!

Response from Host

Jul 2019

Thank you so much Elizabeth! It was a pleasure meeting you and spending a couple of hours talking about Philly's queer spaces and queer faces! Enjoy the rest of your time in Philly, and please keep in touch!