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Get a new perspective on the City of Brotherly Love with this nighttime sightseeing tour. Climb on board a double-decker bus and explore the best that Philadelphia has to offer. Visit 27 of Philly’s top attractions — like the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, Penn’s Landing and the Rocky Steps at the entrance to the Philadelphia Museum of Art — on a 90-minute loop around this historic city.

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

Philadelphia is one of the country’s oldest cities—and its centuries of history also include plenty of ghost tales, spooky stories, and other macabre myths and legends. Meet your costumed guide and explore Philadelphia’s historical landmarks after dark. You’ll see the highlights of Old City, Society Hill, and Independence National Historical Park, and will also hear tales of hidden burial grounds, haunted houses, and other dark secrets.

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.

Explore Philadelphia's Old Town on our music infused, British narrated and top notch technology guided tour. The top notch production quality will elevate the experience offering an ambiance of the revolution. Don't miss out on this experience. Now a rebel is defined as “a person who rises in opposition or armed resistance against an established government or ruler.” You will discover the sites of the American Revolutionary Rebels that fought the British Empire. The most powerful empire in the world. And won. You’ll see Ben Franklin’s grave, independence hall, the Betsy ross house, the restaurant the founding fathers feasted, Alexander Hamilton’s home, the Liberty Bell, Carpenters Hall, the First Bank of the United States, the oldest alley in Philadelphia and more. You’ll hear the tales of the American Rebels Benjamin Franklin, George Washington, Alexander Hamilton, Haym Solomon, Betsy Ross, John Hancock and other well-known rebels that founded this great nation.

In Philly for just a day? On a tight schedule or here for a conference? Join our 4-hour whirlwind tour and get a true taste of Philadelphia—from River to River, Old City to the Art Museum. On this “highlights” tour, you’ll learn about the American Revolution, pass key cultural sites, explore Chinatown, see City Hall and Love Park, and climb the iconic Rocky Steps. We’ll also pass by some of Philadelphia’s world-class museums and institutions—while we won’t go inside, we hope to inspire you to return and explore them further. Midway through the tour, we’ll stop at the famous Reading Terminal Market for a 30-minute lunch break (food not included), giving you time to browse, eat, and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere. Perfect for first-time visitors or those short on time, this tour offers a fast-paced, fun overview of the city. Whether you're here for hours or days, we’ll leave you wanting more!

Uncover Philadelphia’s dark past, and visit some of its most famous landmarks besides, on this macabre, small-group walking tour of Center City. Meet your guide (a college professor or trained historian), and set off to sights ranging from Betsy Ross House and Elfreth’s Alley to Christ Church and beyond. As you go, listen to ghost stories, legends about famous serial killers, and other spooky tales.

Discover the birthplace of America on this guided walking tour through the country’s most historic area in Philadelphia. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the Independence National Historical Park and more than 20 other historic sites on this 1.25-mile trek, including the National Constitution Center, Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell Center, and many more.

The only tour of its kind! This 1.5 hour walking tour makes revolutionary Philadelphia come alive for children ages 5 through 12. Huzzah! Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Learn all about Philadelphia’s architectural history, from the Gilded Age to the present day—and enjoy a cost-effective and flexible way to explore the city—with this self-led smartphone audio tour. Upon booking, download the app and set off whenever you’d like; the app’s GPS maps ensure you won’t get lost, even without internet connection. As you go, learn from the architect-narrated tour all about Philly’s historic landmarks.

Explore Philadelphia on a bicycle with a 3.5-hour tour of the city’s most beloved sites. Pedal alongside your guide as you loop through the city, and pause to take in the Philadelphia Museum of Art before riding a scenic river trail to Rittenhouse Park. Learn about Philly history and culture at Washington Square Park, the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall, and enjoy a pace and route that’s tailored to your group’s needs. This small-group tour ensures a personal experience, and offers a fun, active way to visit Philly’s essential highlights.

See some of Philadelphia’s great historic landmarks, learn some serious history, and get spooked during this walking tour of the city’s ghosts. A fun and family-friendly way to tour Old City, the tour will take you to Independence Hall, the Bishop White House, and the American Philosophical Society Museum, where you’ll learn what old Benjamin Franklin’s spirit has been up to.

Philadelphia is the birthplace of American democracy—and rich in American history. Discover the historical sites in the "City of Brotherly Love" on this guided walking tour. See where George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, and Benjamin Franklin lived and worked, and stop at some of the city’s most iconic landmark locations, such as Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell.

Discover a different side of Philadelphia and learn about its notable female history-makers on this guided walking tour. Stroll through historic Philadelphia and landmarks such as Independence Hall, the President's House, and more, and learn about women pioneers in medicine, politics, art, and other change-makers throughout the city's history.

Philadelphia has served as the backdrop for some of your favorite movies and television shows—and there’s no better way to see these famous locations than on this fully guided walking tour. Step behind the scenes of the city’s film history as you explore the streets and landmarks that have appeared on the big and small screen. Along the way, you’ll visit iconic Philadelphia locations like Philadelphia City Hall and LOVE Park, while hearing stories about the filmmakers who brought the city to life on screen, including directors like M. Night Shyamalan and Martin Scorsese. You’ll also stop by filming locations featured in hit shows such as It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia and Cold Case. Of course, no Philadelphia movie tour would be complete without paying tribute to the city’s most famous cinematic hero. You’ll visit several locations from the legendary Rocky franchise—including the world-famous Rocky Steps.

Valley Forge National Historical Park is one of the country’s most important Revolutionary War landmarks—and this tour makes exploring easy. In the morning, meet your guide in Philadelphia, hop aboard your comfortable vehicle, and set off with just a small group for company. You’ll follow in the footsteps of the Continental Army, will see Washington’s Headquarters, will admire the National Memorial Arch, and much more.

Philadelphia’s Historic District is pretty aptly named—the neighborhood is home to the Liberty Bell and is where Thomas Jefferson wrote the Declaration of Independence. Learn more about the area than you’d be able to on your own on this guided walking tour that packs in dozens of sights across the district.

Avoid having to book separate tours and pair Philadelphia history with delicious brews on this 2-in-1, small-group walking tour. Hosted right in the heart of Old City, this tour introduces you to some of the city’s key landmarks, Founding Fathers, and revolutionary history. As you go, get a taste of Philly’s top-notch drinks scene when you stop at locally beloved bars for pints of beer or cider (own expense).

Philadelphia may be the Cradle of Liberty, but it's also a city spooked by true ghastly stories of the town that inspired Edgar Allen Poe to write "The Murders of Rue Morgue" and "The Raven." On this tour, possible sightings include desecrating German Soldiers, the tragic Edgar Allen Poe, Bishop White's murderous cook, and maybe even a dancing Ben Franklin! Sights our paranormal experts walk you by and cover include Pennsylvania Hospital, City Tavern and Carpenter's Hall.

Discover the historical highlights of Philadelphia’s Old City neighborhood—and enjoy a totally new way to see the sights—on this comedy- and magic-themed sightseeing tour. Pick from a range of convenient start times, meet your comedy magician guide at the Bourse Building, and set off on foot. In addition to seeing the area’s monuments and landmarks, you’ll enjoy an engaging and interactive magic show based on local history.

Enjoy a bespoke visit to Philadelphia during this private, tailor-made guided tour. Explore the city by foot, with a private vehicle option for groups of four or less. Tick off top sights like the Liberty Bell, Betsy Ross House, and Independence Hall or choose lesser-known options, including personal family histories.

Bypass the overpriced tourist restaurants with lackluster food and eat your way through Philadelphia like a local on a 2.5-hour culinary walking tour. Follow your guide to the heart of the city and visit five distinctive eateries to sample iconic Philly favorites, such as cheesesteak, tomato pie, and soft pretzels. Make sure to save room for not one but two desserts at the Reading Terminal Market.

Follow in the footsteps of one of the country’s most popular Founding Fathers—and discover many of Philadelphia’s key historic landmarks as you go—on this small-group Alexander Hamilton tour of the city. Meet your guide in Old City and set off on foot: in between spotting highlights like Independence Hall, Franklin Court, and Christ Church, you’ll learn about important chapters in Hamilton’s life.

You create your own start time subject to my approval, of course, as to my availability for any particular hour you choose. (There are also set times at 11:00 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. daily.) Visit various American Revolutionary historic sites and unique vistas within the eastern section of the Center City section of America's first capital. See places where people have lived continuously since the 1700's, important locations of the planning of the American Revolution, the home of the inventor of electricity, and more. I’m a native, so my tours aren’t corporate, scripted, or shouted through a megaphone. I keep it relaxed, engaging, and actually fun - more like exploring with a local than surviving one of those loud, cookie‑cutter groups.