Top Philadelphia Shows & Performances

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).

Explore Philadelphia’s deep historic roots—and enjoy a more in-depth introduction to the birth of the United States—at the Museum of the American Revolution. Nestled among other important colonial sights, the museum offers a vivid account of the Revolutionary War through artifacts including George Washington’s headquarters tent. Book tickets early to guarantee your entry, and upgrade to include an audio guide.

Philadelphia is a terrific foodie city, but for visitors, it can be tricky to know where to find the best places to eat and enjoy. This walking tour removes the guesswork: In a small group of no more than 12, you'll eat your way through the city, from Reading Terminal Market to Sansom Street, and experience the best of the Philly food scene.

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.

Philadelphia is famous for its murals—and on this small-group walking tour of two South Philly neighborhoods, you can look forward to discovering some of the city’s top public artworks. Meet your guide in the afternoon on South Street and head off to see colorful art in the Queen Village and Bella Vista neighborhoods. Then, finish with a trip to the Magic Garden, an immersive sculptural environment.

See the dark side of Philly during this adult night tour developed by a local university professor. Not for the faint of heart, this tour uncovers Philadelphia’s R-rated sites and stories, from vampires, pirate ghost ships, and haunted attractions to torture, executions, and the red light district. You'll also visit historical attractions and see the sights illuminated at night. This tour is not suitable for children.

Choose from one, two, three, or five days of unlimited sightseeing with the Philadelphia Pass, and cover top attractions like the Eastern State Penitentiary with a single package ticket. The pass is easily downloaded to your mobile device, so you can ditch the complicated vouchers. Explore the city of brotherly love at your own leisure—ideal for tourists and residents alike.

Philadelphia is one of the best cities in the country for craft beer fans, and on this tour you’ll get to visit some of the area’s most accomplished producers (and do plenty of tasting). Meet your guide in Center City, and travel via comfortable beer-themed van to three different breweries. Along the way, enjoy generous samples, go on behind-the-scenes tours, and enjoy a snack to accompany those suds.

Discover Philadelphia’s quirky and alternative spirit—and enjoy the opportunity to refresh your wardrobe with fun new pieces—on this small-group walking tour of the city’s best vintage and thrift stores. Meet your guide right on eclectic South Street, and follow them straight to their local-favorite shops and boutiques. You’ll have free time to browse, can ask your guide for styling tips, and receive other insider Philly recommendations.