Dark Philly Adult Night Tour
From$38
2 hours
Philadelphia, USA
About this activity
Join a guided walking tour through Philadelphia's historic district, visiting landmarks like Independence Hall and the City Tavern, and uncovering the city's rich history after dark.
Highlights
- Explore Philadelphia's historic district
- Visit Independence Hall
- Discover the City Tavern
- Learn about the Continental Congress
- Experience the city's rich history at night
Full description
Step into the heart of Philadelphia's storied past with the Dark Philly Adult Night Tour. This engaging walking tour takes you through the city's historic district, where you'll visit iconic sites such as Independence Hall, the birthplace of the United States Constitution, and the City Tavern, a gathering place for the Continental Congress. As night falls, the city's rich history comes alive, offering a unique perspective on Philadelphia's heritage. Perfect for history enthusiasts and night owls alike, this tour provides an unforgettable journey through America's past.
Included / Excluded
- Guided walking tour of Philadelphia's historic district
- Visit to Independence Hall
- Exploration of the City Tavern
- Food and beverages
Itinerary
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Pass by: Not your typical Liberty Bell tour, this Dark Philly Adult Night Tour nonetheless traverses the path's of our Founding Fathers and doubles as a historical and sightseeing tour that includes mature-audience content and ghost stories. We walk directly up the iconic Liberty Bell to view it illuminated in it's evening display.
Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Pass by: Independence Hall where the Declaration and Constitution were signed sits directly across the street from a known brothel and den of iniquity where statesman and sports alike were known to frequent. Contextualizing debates for independence, the war, and founding of The United States with baser urges, philandering, and the sex industry in 1776 is what you will hear in this location.
Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Pass by: The home lived in by George Washington, John Adams, (and Benedict Arnold) was not always revered the way it is today. Contextualized on this site will be the presidencies and military governorship occurring on this spot, along with darker histories of the location both during and after the revolutionary period; including the significance of archaeological excavations to the revelations.
Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Pass by: Significant for the inaugurations two American President's and early debates of our young nation while Philadelphia was America's capital...information on this site will flesh out the darker aspects of those men who sat in congress and senate here. We have a daytime tour exploring the rosier side of our founders. This tour is not that. And explores the darker side of America's founding by imperfect men, flawed and motivated (on occasion) by self-interest and lust.
Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Pass by: Thousands of American Traitors were executed here by the British Crown and buried in mass graves on this site. We visit them, contextualize the suffering, and retell the ghost stories and haunted lore here.
Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Walnut Street PRISON will be visited here.
Duration: 10 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Pass by: Haunted tales of ghosts will be told here at this site which dates back to the colonial era.
Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Pass by: ALEXANDER HAMILTON'S HOME site where he lived here in Philadelphia will be visited along with the Merchants Exchange Building which sites across the street. We discuss here less known facets of The Founder's personality, his often troubling relations with other Founding Fathers, and the affairs in which he engaged.
Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Pass by: Haunted tales and ghost stories will be told about this bank which was pushed for by Alexander Hamilton
Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Pass by: Tales of ghosts and duels will be told here at this site which was pushed for by Alexander Hamilton
Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Pass by: Founded by Benjamin Franklin and home to University of Pennsylvania surgical students; we retell the haunting history of the location including ghost lore of the structure. Grave robbery and bizarre medical practices of the eighteenth century also are explored.
Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Pass by: Home of future first lady Dolly Madison
Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Pass by: Tales of yellow fever and apparitions
Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Pass by: The oldest known haunted structure in Philadelphia, Carpenter's Hall is the site of the First Continental Congress and of America's very first bank robbery too.
Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
Meeting point
Start Location
Grim Philly Twilight Tours, 523 Market St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
Important information
Know before you book
- Tour is conducted in English
- Operates rain or shine
- Not wheelchair accessible
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes
- Dress appropriately for the weather
- Bring a camera to capture historic sites
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Stroller Accessible
- Service Animals Allowed
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- Adult content and language
Traveler reviews
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The best kind of history
Amazing guide that gave us the dirty history of grave robbing, ghosts, and prostitution.
bbN7119YWMay 25, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Great time!
Christa was a wonderful guide! She was knowledgeable and funny!
426taynazMay 24, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Good Times, Fun Experience
Loved Christa! Super informative and hilarious, wonderful source of wisdom and knowledge. 10/10 for Christa!!!
BoardingPass550586May 23, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Great Tour!
Christa was an amazing tour guide! She was so knowledgeable and funny. Highly recommend!
kristasX4963KHMay 23, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Great way to spend an evening in Philly!
We had a great time on our tour. We learned a lot as Ted is very knowledgeable and he kept it interesting and funny as well.
kimwE7762ZAMay 22, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Additional information
Adult content and language