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Philly Gayborhood and LGBTQ History Walking Tour

Overview
Calling all LGBTQ travelers, gaggle of local gays and their friends alike! Get your facts straight and your history GAY on this specialty tour of Philadelphia’s iconic Gayborhood. Get under the skin of queer Philly. Discover the controversies, paradoxes, and hidden histories of the only formalized Gayborhood in the country. Let’s talk and spill all that historical tea hunny!

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.
City: Philadelphia
Mon 21 Jul
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Starting at $49.00
Mon 21 Jul
Starting at $49.00
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What's Included
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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 (35)
U1910YY
Mar 2022
Great tour — we learned a lot, had interesting discussions, and made new friends. Would definitely recommend.
Response from Host
Mar 2022
Thank you! I'm so glad the tour resonated with you! Hope to see you on another tour soon.
P8251ZEdavidm
Sep 2021
Joey was very knowledgeable about the Gayborhood, and it's history. We thoroughly enjoyed the tour! He adapted the tour to our interests.
Response from Host
Sep 2021
Thank you for coming on the tour and for your kind words! So glad you enjoyed it- hope to see you again!
johnbX899ZF
Sep 2021
I highly recommend this tour. I learned about lots of courageous folks and happenings in Philly. Joey provided lots of facts and made the tour interesting and fun. The murals were beautiful and we learned about the significance of buildings I would have just walked by.
Response from Host
Sep 2021
Thank you for your kind words - we're so glad you enjoyed your time with Joey. Please stay in touch!

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