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City Sightseeing Walking Tour – Founding Fathers and Mothers

Philadelphia, USA
  • 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Step back in time to when Old City, Philadelphia was the heart of the American Revolution—and follow in the footsteps of the city’s Founding Fathers and Mothers—on this history-themed walking tour. Pick from several convenient start times, meet your guide in the heart of the neighborhood, and set off on foot. You’ll see sights like the Betsy Ross House, the Liberty Bell, Elfreth’s Alley, Independence Hall, and much more.
  • This history-themed walking tour offers the perfect Old City introduction
  • Discover many of Philadelphia’s most important historical landmarks
  • Learn insider stories and history from your guide’s commentary
  • Exploring on foot makes it easy to soak up the city’s ambiance

What's Included

  • Guided Walking Tour
  • Entry Tickets are not provided for any attractions we pass by are not included.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • 21 S 5th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA

    5th and Market Street, Adjacent to the Jewish Museum on the 5th Street Side.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Betsy Ross House (Pass By)

Independence Mall (Pass By)

Benjamin Franklin's Grave (Pass By)

Liberty Bell Center (Pass By)

Elfreth's Alley (Pass By)

Christ Church (Pass By)

Old City Hall (Pass By)

The President's House (Pass By)

Independence Hall (Pass By)

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

Traveler Photos

Gallery picture 1 (from a traveler's review)

Reviews

4.1
based on 19 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Paid for nothing.

Dixie_W, Oct 2025
Go to the website before you buy from Viator. The tour group's season has ended. But they didn't communicate with Viator. So we bought through Viator only to show up for the tour and find out that it was non-existent. Viator was responsive and immediately refunded or money. But it was really disappointing.

General History tour

Kate_S, Jul 2025
It’s a great experience if you just want a general review of the history of Philadelphia. Norm was great with the kids.

No tour guide!

LAURIE_L, Apr 2025
Don't trust website for tickets. Purchased 4 tickets at 12 noon. No one showed up. Asked a bus driver and he contacted the tour guide. She said it was at 2! Only good thing out of this is the hip on hip off let's us use tickets to ride it . Won't be using Viator again for any tickets!

Terrible

Ron_B, Sep 2024
We never found the location. We we’re on time. Unclear instructions. We waited we walked. Nothing. You got $60 and we got nothing. Never again.

Bringing History to Life

Judy_M, Jul 2024
My tour guide was top notch from start to finish. She was very knowledgable and had a congenial personality. She took the time to engage the customer, invited questions, and provided details at each point of interest. She kept a comfortable pace and was mindful of customer comfort by stopping in shady spots to talk about each location.

Flag Day Walking Tour

Keely_M, Jun 2024
Our tour guide was knowledgeable and a great story teller. He also helped me find my way to my next stop. I had a lovely time.

Unfortunate

Luciana_M, Jun 2024
The tour guide never showed up. The supervisor from the Sight Seeing Bus tour stepped in and took over. The only reason I’m giving 5 stars is because someone else stepped up and took care of us. That said, he was great! He is the only reason I’m giving this experience 5 stars.

Norm was our guide and...

Sue_W, Jun 2024
Norm was our guide and did a wonderful job. He was very knowledgeable and helpful. We would go again anytime with him!

Continual learning

Monette_M, Aug 2022
Understanding the role of Ben Franklin and his importance to so many things Eltfan street Clark the guide was vet knowledgeable and made it interesting

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up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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On average, this is booked 10 days in advance.

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