Philadelphia Historic Walking Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore Independence Hall
- Discover the Liberty Bell
- Stroll through Elfreth's Alley
- Visit Betsy Ross House
- See Christ Church
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Guided tour of Old City Philadelphia
- Visit to over 10 historic sites
- Expert local guide
- Meals and beverages
Itinerary
Tour the courtyard of the Betsy Ross House. Admission to the museum is not included or a part of the tour but tickets can be purchased at their gift shop for afterwards.
The oldest continuously lived on street in the original American colonies.
Pass by: When it was first constructed, it laid claim to "longest suspension bridge in the world!"
Known as the Church of the Revolution, admission is "donation only". Learn from some of the best historians in the city!
The first post office in America!
See where the seed for America was first planted! Admission is "Donation only" and up to the discretion of guests.
A presidential portrait gallery run by the parks department.
The most famous bell in America!
We'll discuss the importance of Independence Hall, its roll in the Revolutionary War, and our brave founding fathers who walked through the halls.
Important information
Know before you book
- The tour operates rain or shine; please dress accordingly.
- Children under 6 may require a booster seat by law. Most tours operate with coach buses where booster seats are not required. However, for certain winter departures that may use vehicles such as minivans or vans, booster seats may be needed. Please contact the tour operator in advance if needed. Rental service is also available upon request.
- Please double-check your booking details (name and contact info), as any errors may result in additional personal costs.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes and dress appropriately for the weather.
- Bring a bottle of water to stay hydrated during the tour.
- Parking is limited; consider using public transportation or ride-sharing services.
Cancellation policy
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
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
Traveler reviews
Excellent walking tour of historic places
Casey Kuftic was our tour guide. He was very knowledgeable and personable. He kept us entertained and was thoughtful about the heat and humidity of July, trying to keep us in the shade as much as possible. We saw places we would not otherwise have seen and heard commentary we would not otherwise have known. The hour and a half went by before we knew it. Highly recommended!
Extremely informative...
Extremely informative with the right pace. Our guide was very knowledgeable, personable and was able to answer all of our questions
Great tour with John!
John, our tour guide, gave a fantastic tour of some of Old City’s historic highlights. He was extremely knowledgeable and interesting. I would recommend this tour to anyone visiting Philly and interested in history.
You see a LOT but you don’t have to walk a lot!
Our group of 6 - ages 11 to 74 - enjoyed John’s manner of storytelling through easily understandable history with detailed facts. We were shown the “nooks and crannies” of Old City, with beautifully preserved alleyways and courtyards with gardens and sculptures that you could never see driving down the bustling streets. We all highly recommend this particular tour.
Awesome tour
Awesome tour with Casey as our guide