Top Philadelphia Audio Guides

Philadelphia is known as the foundation of the nation. Its identity was shaped by the contributions of Black Americans whose stories go untold. On this walking tour, you’ll hear their powerful and inspiring stories. I’ll tell you about the lives of enslaved individuals who sought freedom, including Ona Judge, whose escape defied the odds. You’ll see iconic landmarks like the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall, and discover their connections to Black Americans’ fight for freedom and justice. This Black history tour offers a unique and engaging way to explore the city’s rich heritage. Walk in the footsteps of those who lived through struggle and triumph, and connect with Philadelphia’s legacy in a profound and personal way. This isn’t just a tour — it’s a celebration of resilience, a deep dive into history, and a must-do experience for anyone visiting Philadelphia.

Philly is all about the culture, the food and the people. I call this place home, and today I’m going to share with you my favorite neighborhood, the Old Italian Market. Go at your own pace, this tour is all smartphone guided on our walking tour app. Stop anytime, and continue when you want. As you walk you'll hear the stories and history of the area and uncover what Philly is all about. You will see the most historic and local food spots. You’ll see the inventors of cheese steaks, the barbacoa king, pizza shops, the oldest Italian Market in the USA, restaurants, shops, murals, churches and so much more. Why choose this tour? It's the best deal in town and you'll hear the stories and history of the area. You'll be more Philly than a cheese steak when you are done.

This walking tour offers a focused way to explore South Philly through the lens of “It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia.” Guests gain added context with a mix of show references and local history, making locations more meaningful beyond a standard visit. The guided format keeps the experience engaging and informative, while the walkable route makes it easy to navigate key areas efficiently.

Are you looking for a way to discover Philadelphia’s Old City without joining a tour group? Explore at your own pace with this self-guided walking tour. • Find out about the individuals who shaped the city from its beginnings to American Independence like Benjamin Franklin and Alexander Hamilton • Hear from producer Reid Addis, a local architect and tour guide • Do it all in 120 minutes or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish • Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it • Use the virtual tour option at home Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the Voice Map app and enter your code. The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, pop in your headphones, and just tap start. Voice Map has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

This is the only walking tour through Society Hill, Philadelphia - America's largest concentration of Colonial-era homes. Join a local resident on this 90-minute walking tour that begins at Philadelphia’s oldest remaining tavern (still open!), winds through Colonial Philadelphia's most picturesque cobblestone streets in Society Hill, and concludes at Independence National Park in Old City. Learn how artisans, merchants, printers, clergy, and other locals shaped public opinion in the struggle between Patriots and Loyalists from 1754 to 1776. And, enjoy Colonial architectural notes from an Urban Planner. Owned, operated, and guided by a local.

Discover Philadelphia with Welcome Walks - digital walking tours for the modern traveler. Our custom-designed tours give you the freedom to explore a destination on your own time schedule at your own pace. Listen on your smartphone, Welcome Walks tours are distinguished by historical discoveries, art and architecture, popular culture and local food information. Each walking tour showcases local history and provides fresh air and a fun way to exercise.

Philadelphia isn't just a city with murals; it is a city defined by them. On this redthread tour, you will go beyond the vibrant colors and striking visuals to uncover the gritty, complex, and deeply human stories painted onto the brick and mortar of this historic metropolis. Join Clara, an architectural historian with an eye for design, and Adrian, a local street-culture expert who knows the unvarnished truth behind the city's transformation. You'll explore themes of racial justice, urban gentrification, LGBTQ+ resilience, and the restorative power of creativity. This isn't just an art walk; it's a journey into the soul of Philadelphia, where every wall has a voice, and every brushstroke is a claim to existence. - A 3.7 km self-guided tour with 4 stops over 100 min - Ideal for travelers interested in Art, Design & Aesthetics and Social Fabric & Everyday Life -Immersively told in a podcast style by experts and locals - Matching audio content, AI guide and navigation through the app

Step into eighteenth-century Philadelphia, where radical Enlightenment ideas met the messy realities of a new nation. Walk past brick assembly rooms, quiet parlors, and hidden print shops to explore how early leaders drafted freedom while confronting slavery, religious dissent, and executive power. This narrative journey reveals a republic forged not in a single heroic moment, but through relentless conflict and unresolved paradoxes. - A 2.4 km self-guided tour with 8 stops over 107 min - Ideal for travelers interested in Power, Protest & Civic Spaces and History & Memory - Immersively told in a podcast style by experts and locals - Matching audio content, AI guide and navigation through the app

Step into South Philadelphia's brick rowhouse corridors, where language is baked into crusty rolls, called over sizzling grills, and shared on front stoops. Join sociologist Lukas and dialect expert Iris as they explore how shipyard workers, Sicilian coal dealers, and neighborhood bars shaped one of America's most distinctive urban accents. - A 2.1 km self-guided tour with 7 stops over 94 minutes - Ideal for travelers interested in everyday social life and culinary identity - Immersive podcast-style storytelling by experts and locals - Matching audio content, in-app guide, and navigation

Philadelphia has been burying its dead for 300 years, and then forgetting where it put them. On this self-guided audio tour, you'll trace what happened to the city's lost graveyards, from potter's fields and epidemic victims to graves discovered under parking lots. The tour starts at Washington Square, one of William Penn's original five parks, which holds an estimated 4,500–7,500 bodies beneath its manicured lawn. From there, you'll wind through the streets of Old City, past the site of Benjamin Franklin's grave and the National Constitution Center, before heading north toward Franklin Square, where an 1830s church cemetery and it's tombstones were just buried under the dirt. Along the way, you'll discover how a clandestine 1950s archaeological dig under Washington Square – kept secret for political reasons – unearthed a soldier who may or may not have been American. The tour ends at the site of the First Baptist Burial Ground.

This self-guided audio tour explores the north-central Philadelphia waterfront, focusing on what remains of this historic locale after the installation of Interstate I-95 in the 1970s, and relating (among other things) how early Quaker settlers lived in caves along the waterfront. Keep in mind that this area was where wheeling and dealing went on to encourage local, regional and national enterprise. It was where early American capitalists made their fortunes. It was where the individual American colonies were crafted into a nation. And it was also where terrible urban contagions began. Your guide is historian, writer and tour guide Harry Kyriakodis. He has what is likely the largest private collection of books about the City of Brotherly Love: about 2700 titles, new and old. He's also a founding/certified member of the Association of Philadelphia Tour Guides and has lived at Pier 3 Condominium at Penn’s Landing since 1997.

Explore the hidden and gritty side of Philadelphia on this engaging night tour designed for adults. This two-hour walking tour reveals the city’s R-rated history, featuring tales of pirate ghost ships, executions, and the dark underbelly of the founding fathers. Led by a knowledgeable guide, you’ll visit iconic sites such as the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall while uncovering the stories intertwined with these historic locations. Get ready for a unique blend of history and humor, ensuring a memorable night out in Philly. - Discover Philadelphia's adult-themed history and ghost stories - Visit iconic historical sites illuminated at night