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Private Walking Tour of Philadelphia's Colonial Architecture

Private Walking Tour of Philadelphia's Colonial Architecture

Overview

Explore the fascinating city of Philadelphia, central to the founding of American democracy. It is rich in history and full of iconic buildings and architectural landmarks. Your tour includes a visit inside the Christ Church burial grounds and stops at some of the city’s most important, and beautiful, civic buildings.

Your private guide will lead you to some of the most elaborately furnished buildings, including Powell House, built-in 1765 and known as the finest example of a Georgian house in the city. It welcomed some big names in its heyday day including George Washington, Benjamin Franklin, and John Adams who, during their stay, would attend church on Sundays at St Peter's - a historic Episcopal church. You'll visit the historic Independence Hall, famous also for its perfect proportions, symmetry and balance. As you wander around, your guide will share stories of the historic buildings and their preservation, and the history and characters that shaped the city.

City: Philadelphia

Sun 23 Feb

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Starting at $150.00

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Sun 23 Feb

Starting at $150.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places

A friendly, professional tour guide for your own private group

Entrance to Christ Church Burial Grounds (with exception during winter months, when it's closed)

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Face masks required for travellers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Social distancing enforced throughout experience

What To Expect

Philadelphia

Walk the historic streets of Philadelphia, delving into significant side alleys to discover the stories behind the numerous historic buildings and monuments.

Philadelphia Jewelers' Row

Visit Jewelers Row and learn about the famed Row houses for which colonial American architecture is known.

Independence Hall

See where the Liberty Bell originally stood in the elegant Georgian environs of Independence Hall. Please note: The Christ Church Burial Grounds are closed in the winter months and cannot be accessed. Your guide will substitute this for another site on the day of your tour.

William Penn Statue

Learn about the work of William Penn, an English-born Quaker and advocate of religious freedom, who oversaw the founding of the American Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

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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 (1)

Queenliz02

Jul 2022

This tour was absolutely wonderful! My husband and I are not exactly world travelers, but we do make a point of going on at least one walking tour in any city we visit. We've been on some exceptional ones, both due to the depth of the knowledge of the guide and the overall tour experience. Patrick's tour was definitely one of the best we've ever been on. Every detail and story was woven together so nicely, and he was able to answer every one of our questions without hesitation. You can tell Patrick is so passionate about history and art, pointing out details of things that were both fascinating and easy to miss without his help. I would absolutely recommend for anyone who wants to know more about the history and architecture of Philadelphia to book Patrick's tour!