See My Philadelphia: Private, Customized Tours

Overview

History Galore and more! We work together so you see exactly what YOU want to see. Unless you want me to plan it! Independence Hall, Liberty Bell, Rocky steps. Walking so we see the sites extra close up, or for groups of 4 or less, driving is available. Your friend in Philly. Seniors our specialty!! 90 five star reviews on Trip Advisor says you are making the right choice!
Already visited the main sites? How about visiting a different area in the city? (groups of 4 or less) Did your parents or grandparents grow up here and you'd like to see it? (groups of 4 or less) Did you rent a van or party bus and want me to hop on and show the sites from there? My time is yours!!

City: Philadelphia

Mon 24 Feb

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Starting at $275.00

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Mon 24 Feb

Starting at $275.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

parking fees (when necessary)

See My Philadelphia: Private, Customized Tours. Customizable to you and your group. to see.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
Guides required to regularly wash hands
We are now equipped with a Tour System; my microphone and your headset to hear me. Our masks (if necessary) will not impede you hearing me crisply and clearly. Your comfort level is important for a fun tour, so we can discuss beforehand.

What To Expect

Liberty Bell Center

we will walk past the Liberty Bell and view it from the outside, OR if time permits, enter the pavilion, and see it up close and personal.

Independence Hall

We view this from the outside while I explain it's importance. For an inside tour, visit Recreation.gov

Elfreth's Alley

This is the oldest continuously lived on street in the US. One block long with homes from 1730.

Christ Church

The church where our Founding Fathers attended, and where George Washington's pew is available for the public.

Betsy Ross House

The colonial home of Betsy and her first husband, and their first floor shop. We talk about the creation of the first flag.

Welcome Park

This is a plaza on the site of the home where William Penn lived. he is the founder of Philadelphia, and we talk about who he was and how his philosophy of governing influenced our Founding Fathers.

Rocky Statue

For tours including driving, we stop at the statue and the steps made famous by the 1977 movie, Rocky.

Elfreth's Alley

North America's oldest continuously lived on street. Homes dating from 1730, Elfreth's Alley gives you a good idea of what living in Philadelphia was like in the 18th century. All homes are still privately owned and maintained. And be prepared to answer this question: would you like to live on Elfreth's Alley?

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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 (23)

Roni_S

Jul 2021

We had a great tour with Lois! She was very knowledgeable, patient, and accommodating. We would definitely recommend it. We learned so many things that we never knew before. She even recommended books and other ways for us to learn more about what she told us. All of us loved the tour.

andreafA3191BS

Jul 2021

We had a wonderful historic tour of Philly with Lois. We were in town to visit colleges with our daughters and she accommodated our request to visit the campus area around Penn and even dropped us at our lunch spot near campus at the end of our tour. Lois was extremely knowledgeable and paced the tour perfectly.

Response from Host

Jul 2021

Thanks Andrea! Your girls were so fun to be around! (You and your husband too of course). Thanks for choosing me and best wishes in their quest to find the "right fit" for university.

Ilene_S

Apr 2021

This was a nice three hour tour. We learned a lot of the back history of William Penn and the founding of Philadelphia. Having a driver and a guide made navigating much easier in a private car. The best part was the last hour where we were driven around the city to see neighborhoods and gentrification. We would have missed a lot of architecture on our own. Lois was vivacious, animated and a good ambassador for the city.