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2.5 Hour Philadelphia History Tour with Washington War Tent Show

Take a deep dive into Philadelphia's history on this small-group walking tour of the city’s Revolutionary landmarks. With a full roster of historical sites like Independence Hall, as well as newer institutions such as the Museum of the American Revolution to see the tent where George Washington lived during the war. This tour combines all the essentials for a keen understanding of Philly’s crucial role in the founding of the United States.

2.5 Hour Philadelphia History Tour with Washington War Tent Show

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Philadelphia Self Guided Audio Experience

Experience Philadelphia on your own terms with complete freedom to explore at your preferred pace, lingering at attractions that captivate you most while skipping those that don't spark your interest. Our meticulously crafted audio experience delivers exclusive historical insights and hidden stories that even lifelong Philadelphians rarely know, providing an authentic local perspective that transforms ordinary sightseeing into extraordinary discovery. Unlike rigid traditional guided tours that rush you through predetermined schedules, this flexible adventure lets you choose your own attractions, create your own itinerary, and explore when it suits your schedule best. The superior narration quality features professionally produced content with crystal-clear delivery that's both intellectually engaging and effortlessly digestible, making complex historical narratives accessible and entertaining through compelling storytelling that keeps you captivated from start to finish.

Philadelphia Self Guided Audio Experience

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Walking Tour of Historic Philadelphia

Walking Tour of Historic Philadelphia

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Audio Journey Through History: A Philadelphia Heritage Walk

Explore the essence of freedom with the Philadelphia Heritage Walk, a self-guided audio tour that reveals the stories behind America's historic square mile. You will journey through iconic landmarks while uncovering hidden gems, offering insights into revolution, immigration, and the ongoing evolution of liberty. The immersive experience is ideal for history enthusiasts and curious travelers, encouraging reflection on the meaning of freedom today. — Self-guided audio tour through Philadelphia's historic sites — Discover both iconic landmarks and lesser-known treasures — Engaging stories of liberty, revolution, and innovation — Ideal for history buffs and thoughtful wanderers alike

Audio Journey Through History: A Philadelphia Heritage Walk

2 hours to 2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Double Decker Hop-On Hop-Off City Sightseeing Philadelphia (1, 2, or 3-Day)

Enjoy an easy and flexible way to explore Philadelphia on this hop-on hop-off bus tour. Choose between three pass durations to fit your schedule, and hop aboard where and when you wish. Look forward to spotting a range of top attractions, from the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall to the United States Mint. Along the way, learn insider facts and stories from the multilingual audio guides.

Double Decker Hop-On Hop-Off City Sightseeing Philadelphia (1, 2, or 3-Day)

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Discover Fantastic Philadelphia: Self-Guided Audio Tour

Philadelphia is a city rich in historical and cultural landmarks. Explore this abundance at your own pace with this self-guided audio tour of the City of Brotherly Love. The smartphone app-based tour will guide you to destinations including the Liberty Bell, Masonic Temple, and the Philadelphia Museum of Art while sharing fascinating facts about the sites. Take a break whenever you want, since the journey is in your hands.

Discover Fantastic Philadelphia: Self-Guided Audio Tour

2 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

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Philadelphia’s Founding Fathers Private Walking Tour

Explore the city with your own local guide.Step into the shoes of the heroes who shaped a nation on our tour. This journey isn’t just about seeing landmarks; it’s about experiencing the birth of American independence. Imagine standing where the Declaration of Independence was signed, walking the same cobblestone streets as the nation’s first leaders, and feeling the pulse of history in the air. Each step on this tour is a step back in time, offering you a unique chance to be part of America’s foundational story. Be the hero of your own historical adventure, discovering the places where freedom was fought for and won. Our expert guides will bring to life the tales of courage, struggle, and triumph that echo through these hallowed sites. Don’t just learn history, live it. Join us and walk in the footsteps of the founding fathers!

Philadelphia’s Founding Fathers Private Walking Tour

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Washington DC & Philadelphia 1-Day Guided Tour from NYC

Experience two of the US's capital cities—the current one in Washington DC and the former one in Philadelphia—on a full-day trip from New York City. Perfect for busy travelers with just one day to spare, this tour covers all the logistics and transportation so you don’t have to self-drive or arrange public transport tickets and connections. Check out the Lincoln Memorial, the White House, the Liberty Bell, and more.

Washington DC & Philadelphia 1-Day Guided Tour from NYC

15 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

3-Day Best of Niagara Falls and Washington D.C. Tour from NYC

3-Day Best of Niagara Falls and Washington D.C. Tour from NYC

3 daysFree Cancellation

Old City Philadelphia Private Guided Tour

Old City Philadelphia Private Guided Tour

2 to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

Philadelphia and Princeton University Tour from NYC & New Jersey

Make the most of your time in New York City with a trip to nearby Philadelphia and Princeton University. After meeting your guide and group early in the morning, head to Philadelphia for a walking tour, including the famous Liberty Bell. Continue to the Princeton campus in New Jersey to learn all about this prestigious educational institution, before returning to New York City in time for dinner.

Philadelphia and Princeton University Tour from NYC & New Jersey

13 hoursFree Cancellation

Intercity Tour from NYC to DC via Philadelphia

Travel from New York to Washington, D.C. on a one-way intercity journey that blends efficient transportation with meaningful sightseeing along the route. This experience is designed for travelers moving between cities who want more than a standard transfer. Along the way, stop in Philadelphia to explore Independence National Historical Park, where the foundations of American history were shaped. Continue to Washington, D.C., with optional opportunities to visit the U.S. Capitol and National Archives, as well as see iconic landmarks including the White House, Lincoln Memorial, and Vietnam Veterans Memorial. This one-way travel experience is ideal for travelers heading to Washington, D.C. who want to enrich their journey with historic stops and flexible sightseeing options.

Intercity Tour from NYC to DC via Philadelphia

8 hoursFree Cancellation

World Cup 2026: D.C. & Philadelphia 2-Day Tour from New York City

See the highlights of Philadelphia and Washington DC, even with limited time, on this overnight tour from New York City. Visit Independence National Historical Park in Philadelphia, then explore Washington DC with an optional in-depth visit inside the US Capitol and National Archives. Stand before the White House, reflect at memorials, and enjoy a guided city tour that brings history to life.

World Cup 2026: D.C. & Philadelphia 2-Day Tour from New York City

2 daysFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

2-Day Tour to Philadelphia and New York From Washington D.C.

Experience the best of New York and Washington D.C. on this 2-day adventure. Explore Wall Street, Rockefeller Center, and Times Square on the Fortune Tour, enjoy a night tour of Midtown Manhattan, and take in sweeping skyline views from the New Jersey Observation Deck. Optional experiences include the Liberty Cruise past the Statue of Liberty, One World Trade Center Observatory, and the U.S.S. Intrepid. End with a stroll through Hudson Yards and Little Island for stunning waterfront and architectural sights, all with professional transport and expert guides for a seamless journey.

2-Day Tour to Philadelphia and New York From Washington D.C.

2 daysFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Niagara Falls, Washington DC, Boston 4-day Tour from New York

See the best of the East Coast—without the hassle of driving or planning—on this thrilling 4-day tour starting in New York City and traveling to Philadelphia, Washington DC, Niagara Falls, and Boston. Visit Philadelphia’s Independence National Historical Park, discover Washington DC's US Capitol and Lincoln Memorial, explore Boston’s Firsts Tour, including Harvard University, and much more. Plus, experience the magic of Niagara Falls by day and night.

Niagara Falls, Washington DC, Boston 4-day Tour from New York

4 daysFree Cancellation

Washington D.C,Niagara Falls,Boston 6-Day Tour from New York

Washington D.C,Niagara Falls,Boston 6-Day Tour from New York

6 daysFree Cancellation

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Price varies by group size

World Cup 2026: New York 4-Day Tour to Niagara Falls & Washington

World Cup 2026: New York 4-Day Tour to Niagara Falls & Washington

4 daysFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

WC 2026: New York, D.C & Niagara Falls 4-Day Tour from Boston

WC 2026: New York, D.C & Niagara Falls 4-Day Tour from Boston

4 daysFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

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250th Celebrate: New York, D.C, Niagara Falls & Boston 7-Day Tour

Explore America’s most iconic cities and landmarks in one unforgettable journey—perfectly timed for the United States 250th Anniversary celebration. Experience the ultimate East Coast journey across seven unforgettable days. Begin with a dazzling New York City night tour, then explore Manhattan’s icons from Grand Central to the High Line and Wall Street’s financial landmarks. Travel south to Philadelphia and Washington, D.C., with optional in-depth access to the U.S. Capitol and National Archives. Continue north through Corning and the Finger Lakes to witness Niagara Falls illuminated at night, with seasonal access to Maid of the Mist or Cave of the Winds. Conclude in Boston with a deep dive into America’s revolutionary roots, including Harvard University and the nation’s historic “firsts.” Skylines, history, finance, natural wonders, and cultural landmarks—one seamless East Coast adventure.

250th Celebrate: New York, D.C, Niagara Falls & Boston 7-Day Tour

7 daysFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

1 Hour Philadelphia Private Guided Tour by Deluxe Electric Car

Make the most of a short tour around the City of Brotherly Love with this private guided deluxe electric car tour of Philadelphia. Meet your guide at the corner of South 6th Street and Chestnut Street for a drive around Philadelphia’s core. Listen to stories about Philly’s landmarks as you pass them, including Independence Hall, the Betsy Ross House, Benjamin Franklin’s gravesite, the National Constitution Center, and the US Mint.

1 Hour Philadelphia Private Guided Tour by Deluxe Electric Car

1 hourFree Cancellation

NYC to Philadelphia and Princeton University

Escape NYC and spend a day discovering Philadelphia and Princeton University without self-drive, train, or bus headaches on this tour. After pickup, travel comfortably by air-conditioned vehicle, stopping first at Philadelphia—the historical birthplace of the USA—to see highlights including Independence Hall and the famous "Rocky" steps. Finish with a walking tour of beautiful Princeton University campus to absorb its Victorian Gothic buildings, chapel, and highbrow atmosphere.

NYC to Philadelphia and Princeton University

13 hoursFree Cancellation

Private Philadelphia French/English Historical and Architectural Walking Tour

This private and customizable tour (length/price, interests) for all ages is a great introduction and overview to Philadelphia’s history and culture. • We highlight iconic and historical sites such as Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell as well as picturesque streets and alleys in residential neighborhoods • We discuss a huge array of buildings from the Colonial to the Victorian eras, plus American skyscrapers and modernist buildings. • You will some of the city’s 4000 murals (street art) – the most of any city in the world, the largest municipal building in the world and the colorful Reading Terminal Market, home to several Amish businesses. It is the perfect place for a meal or a snack (not included). A hotel pick up and drop-off, if your hotel is located in the city center, can also be scheduled.

Private Philadelphia French/English Historical and Architectural Walking Tour

2 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

Two Day Combo: Niagara Falls and Washington with Philadelphia from New York

Two Day Combo: Niagara Falls and Washington with Philadelphia from New York

2 daysFree Cancellation

DC to NYC via Philadelphia Intercity Sightseeing Tour

Travel from Washington, D.C. to New York City on a thoughtfully designed one-way sightseeing journey with meaningful stops along the way. This intercity experience includes time in Philadelphia to explore Independence National Historical Park, home to landmarks that shaped American history. Upon arrival in New York City, guests may choose to join an optional Fortune Tour showcasing the city’s financial district, historic streets, and world-famous landmarks, followed by an optional night tour highlighting illuminated icons like Times Square and skyline viewpoints. Combining comfortable transportation, guided commentary, and flexible exploration, this journey transforms travel time into a memorable sightseeing experience rather than a simple point-to-point transfer.

DC to NYC via Philadelphia Intercity Sightseeing Tour

12 hoursFree Cancellation

Independence National Historical Park

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Independence National Historical Park

To book same-day tickets to Independence Hall, and for navigation help and advice, begin your trip at the Independence Visitor Center, located at 6th and Market Streets.
Most park sites are wheelchair accessible, including the Liberty Bell Center, Benjamin Franklin Museum, and the first floors of Independence Hall and Congress Hall.
Most sites are free to visit, though some—including the Benjamin Franklin Museum and the National Constitution Center—have small entry fees.
Accessible restrooms are available in the Independence Visitor Center, the Second Bank of the United States, and the Benjamin Franklin Museum (fee applies); wheelchairs can also be rented.

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It’s generally free to visit Independence National Historical Park. However, there are fees for select sights. There is a US$1 ticket reservation fee for those who wish to go on a guided tour of Independence Hall; otherwise, it’s free. The Benjamin Franklin Museum charges an interpretive fee of US$5 for adults and US$2 for kids ages 4–16, and the National Constitution Center has paid admission.

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