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Trip Highlights

River Wards Philadelphia
Port Richmond
Filming locations from the Rocky movies
Penn Treaty Park
Fishtown

Description

Step aboard the ultimate neighborhood exploration with Founding Footsteps as we journey through the rich history, dramatic transformations, and vibrant culture of River Wards Philadelphia. This two-hour, BYOB trolley tour offers an insider's look at the past, present, and future of some of the city's most storied communities.

Tour info

Duration
2 hours 30 minutes
Group Size
Up to 32 people
Price starts at
$45
Meeting Point
ShopRite of Aramingo Avenue
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Why take this tour?

Step aboard the ultimate neighborhood exploration with Founding Footsteps as we journey through the rich history, dramatic transformations, and vibrant culture of River Wards Philadelphia. This two-hour, BYOB trolley tour offers an insider's look at the past, present, and future of some of the city's most storied communities.

Our journey begins near the ShopRite at Aramingo and Castor Avenue, where we will board the trolley and head straight into the heart of Port Richmond. You will discover the deep roots of this historic neighborhood, hearing stories of the local shops, long-standing businesses, and resilient families that have defined the area for over 50 years.

From there, we cruise down Frankford Avenue, one of the oldest streets in Philadelphia and a corridor packed with history. Next, the trolley rolls underneath the iconic Market-Frankford Line—"The L"—along Kensington Avenue to spot unmistakable filming locations from the Rocky movies. As we move down Front Street, you will witness the powerful forces of gentrification firsthand, seeing how abandoned industrial buildings from the city's manufacturing past have been reborn into the luxury apartments and condos of the future.

We will take a brief intermission at Penn Treaty Park, the historic birthplace of Pennsylvania, where you can stretch your legs and take a scenic walk along the Delaware River. After hopping back on the trolley, we return to Frankford Avenue to explore the hip, trendy, and bustling heart of Fishtown.

The highlight of the tour features a stop at the historic Philadelphia Brewing Company. You will have the opportunity to stretch your legs, take a tour of this beautifully restored, historic brewery building, and grab a cold beer if you choose. Finally, we will re-board the trolley to discover even more hidden gems of Port Richmond before concluding our two-hour adventure.

Included

  • Local Guide
  • Trolley Tour

Excluded

  • Gratuities
  • Entry/Admission - Philadelphia Museum of Art

Frequently asked questions

The tour will start and end in front of the Betsy Ross House (between 2nd and 3rd on Arch Street).
The tour is between an hour and forty-five minutes to 2 hours.
Yes, and we encourage that you do! There’s a place to purchase six packs right across the street from the starting location called the Mulberry Market. Beer, seltzers, and wine only.
Yes, there’s a restroom stop about halfway through the tour.

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Details

Step aboard the ultimate neighborhood exploration with Founding Footsteps as we journey through the rich history, dramatic transformations, and vibrant culture of River Wards Philadelphia. This two-hour, BYOB trolley tour offers an insider's look at the past, present, and future of some of the city's most storied communities.

Where to meet?

ShopRite at Aramingo and Castor Avenue (3745 Aramingo Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19137)

What to Bring?

This is a BYOB tour. Please bring your own beverages and snacks.

Ages

Children must be accompanied by an adult. Participants must be 21+ to drink onboard

Weather Policy

This tour runs rain or shine.

Cancellation

Parties of 5 or more require 7 days advanced notice to be eligible for a refund; groups under 5 must give at least 72 hours notice.

Additional information

• Not wheelchair accessible • Service animals allowed • This trip requires a minimum number of participants. In case the minimum isn't met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience

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K R

September 28, 2026

Philly Captain history tour!

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VapeRossVape

September 20, 2026

I went on The Philly Captain tour. It was a amazing. The Captain brought things to life I walked by everyday. Can't wait to go back

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Lisa U

September 8, 2026

Tour guide was great - very informative and personable. We learned a lot and really enjoyed ourselves.

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