Old City Historic Walking Tour
Trip Highlights
Trace the footsteps of our Founding Fathers through the streets and landmarks of historic Old City.
We start with the final resting place of our city's most famous Founding Father and work our way back in time.
The energy and passion of our storytelling will bring new life to the rich history of our nation's birthplace!
All walking tours require a minimum of 4 people to save a time slot.
Description
Explore historic Philadelphia on this walking tour of the Old City District, a quick and convenient introduction for first-time visitors. See Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell, the Betsy Ross House, Ben Franklin Post Office, Carpenters’ Hall, and more. Then wander down Elfreth’s Alley, the nation’s oldest continuously inhabited residential street. Plus, choose from multiple departure times to suit your needs. Our storytelling guide will cover famous historic moments in American history as well as the history that you won't see in textbooks!
Our Old City Historic Walking Tour can also be booked as a private tour!
Tour info
Why take this tour?
Explore historic Philadelphia on this walking tour of the Old City District, a quick and convenient introduction for first-time visitors. See Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell, the Betsy Ross House, Ben Franklin Post Office, Carpenters’ Hall, and more. Then wander down Elfreth’s Alley, the nation’s oldest continuously inhabited residential street. Plus, choose from multiple departure times to suit your needs. Our storytelling guide will cover famous historic moments in American history as well as the history that you won't see in textbooks!
Old City Historic Walking Tour can also be booked as a private tour!
Included
Local Guide
Excluded
Gratuities
Entry/Admission - Betsy Ross House
Entry/Admission - B. Free Franklin Post Office
Entry/Admission - Philadelphia
Entry/Admission - Independence Hall
Things to know
Details
This tour will take you around the Old City and show you it's historic sights.
This tour will take you around the Old City and show you it's historic sights.
What to Bring?
Comfortable Shoes
Comfortable Shoes
Ages
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Weather Policy
If It’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
If It’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
Cancellation
Groups of 5 or more require 4 days advanced notice and under 5 need 48 hours in order to receive a refund.
Groups of 5 or more require 4 days advanced notice and under 5 need 48 hours in order to receive a refund.
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