Philadelphia Old City Historic Walking Tour with 10+ Top Sites
Recommended by 98% of travelers
Philadelphia, USA
- 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Get more from a visit to Philly and walk in the footsteps of America's Founding Fathers on this walking tour of Philadelphia's old city. Visit important landmarks such as Christ Church, the Ben Franklin Post Office, Carpenters' Hall, and Independence Hall as your guide narrates local history. This walking tour is ideal for history buffs or first-time visitors trying to get their bearings in a new city.
- Photo Stops at 10+ Sites including Betsy Ross House, Elfreth's Alley, and Liberty Bell
- Multiple departure times make it convenient for your schedule
- Learn about the Revolutionary War and how it shaped the United States today
- Pass by 15+ Philadelphia sites including Christ Church, and Ben Franklin Court
What's Included
- 90-Minute Guided Walking Tour of Philadelphia
- Photo Stops at 10+ Sites including Betsy Ross House, Elfreth's Alley, and Liberty Bell
- Trace the footsteps of the Founding Fathers through the streets of historic Old City
- Learn about the Revolutionary War and how it has shaped the United States today
- Local Guide; tours are led by a former stand up comedian and history teacher
- Pass by 15+ Philadelphia sites including Christ Church, and Ben Franklin Court
- Visit Carpenter's Hall (Note: Site currently closed, will visit when available to public)
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 302 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
Departure Point: Anima (We meet outside of this pet store across the street from the Starbucks on the corner of 3rd and Arch) Address: 302 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
End point
- Independence Hall520 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
The tour concludes outside of Independence Hall around 5th and Chestnut, about four blocks away from the starting location. Our guides will happily provide directions back to the start if needed.
Itinerary
Your 90-minute walking tour begins when you meet your guide and group at a central location in Philadelphia at your chosen start time.
Led by an ex-stand-up comedian and history teacher, trace the footsteps of the Founding Fathers through cobblestone streets, immersing yourself in the city's rich history with a unique blend of humor and knowledge.
This journey covers all the must-see landmarks, including the Betsy Ross House, Elfreth's Alley, and the iconic Liberty Bell, with insightful commentary on the Revolutionary War and its enduring impact on the United States. As you explore Philadelphia sites, such as Christ Church, Carpenter's Hall, and the Second Bank of the United States, gain a profound understanding of the nation's roots.
The tour concludes at Independence Hall, where you'll learn about its significance and the courageous founding fathers who shaped America.
Led by an ex-stand-up comedian and history teacher, trace the footsteps of the Founding Fathers through cobblestone streets, immersing yourself in the city's rich history with a unique blend of humor and knowledge.
This journey covers all the must-see landmarks, including the Betsy Ross House, Elfreth's Alley, and the iconic Liberty Bell, with insightful commentary on the Revolutionary War and its enduring impact on the United States. As you explore Philadelphia sites, such as Christ Church, Carpenter's Hall, and the Second Bank of the United States, gain a profound understanding of the nation's roots.
The tour concludes at Independence Hall, where you'll learn about its significance and the courageous founding fathers who shaped America.
1
Betsy Ross House
7 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
2
Elfreth's Alley
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Benjamin Franklin Bridge (Pass By)
3
Christ Church
7 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
4
B. Free Franklin Post Office
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
5
Carpenters' Hall
7 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
6
Second Bank of the United States
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
7
Liberty Bell
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
8
Independence Hall
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.9
based on 2,358 reviews
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Our tour guide was funny, engaging, and informative. Gave a great overview of Old City, Philadelphia.
Awesome tour with a very knowledgeable tour guide! You don’t go into the historical sites, you just walk by and the tour guide explains it. Still a great tour though!
We had Daniel and he was so knowledgeable even a little funny probably one of the best tour guides we’ve ever had. He suggested a place to have a Philly steak sandwich at and we went there immediately after and it was the best Philly steak I’ve ever had.They will have a great experience, but make sure they bring good walking shoes. Sidewalk a little uneven.
Riding the bus around to all the sights was helpful to determine where we wanted to spend more time without walking everywhere. Then we went back to those locations that really interested us.
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED TOUR - guide John was exceptional. He has a passion for Philly, has extraordinary knowledge of history and current events, delivered loads of information with good humour, and was even able to assist with what else to see and where to eat for the visitors of all ages on our tour. A MUST DO educational and fun tour for everyone!
Great tour of things that you miss on a bus tour. John was a great guide, very knowledgeable on the area.
Great tour! We did it with Founding Footsteps and the tour guide was awesome! Very informational and a great personality :) would recommend!
We had a great guide who was very knowledgeable about every site we visited. He made it very interactive and informative. Would highly recommend.
This was our FAVORITE tour! Nick is incredibly knowledgable and a WONDERFUL guide. A MUST, if you're in Philly!
With all Of the tours that we've taken over the last 7 plus years by traveling around full-time in an RV, Nick is right at the top of the guides. He has an extensive knowledge of History. Especially Ben Franklin 😁
Our endearing guide Joseph made our 90 minute tour so interesting. A very enjoyable experience. I will recommend this tour
Nick was a great guide! Well informed and a good sense of humor. We had a small group which was very nice. Highly recommend.
Our tour guide was excellent. He was extremely knowledgeable and well studied. We have been on a number of walking tours internationally and his tour ranked up there as one of the best.
Wonderful Job by Nick....very knowledgeable and made everybody feel included and comfortable....He brought excitement for the sites and for the city of Philadelphia.
Our guide was a wealth of information and a great storyteller! We enjoyed him and the tour. It was long enough to learn particulars about the places we went to, but not so long as to be tiring or repititious.
Casey kept the tour moving. We felt enlightened with new information that added to our historical knowledge.
He was personable and gave great recommendations for good eats. He encouraged us to continue our journey for more of the Philadelphia experience.
Casey gave us a wonderful walking tour of Philadelphia. He gave us so much valuable information and was so friendly. We really enjoyed ourselves.
Casey was our guide and he did a great job. He was very knowledgeable about “all things Philly”! It was an enjoyable tour!
The tour guide, Casey Kuftic, was outstanding! We was very knowledgeable and took the time to answer any and all questions. He took his time and didn’t rush through the tour.
Our guide was personable and knew the city well. He kept us going at a good pace, and he had a lot of good recommendations of more places to see and places to eat.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that your guide kept a great pace and provided helpful recommendations for dining and exploring. Helping guests discover the best of the city—both during and after the tour—is what we strive for. We hope you enjoyed the rest of your stay and look forward to welcoming you back again soon!
We loved walking around historic Philadelphia and learned a lot of wonderful history about Benjamin Franklin, William Penn, and Quakers. John was a fantastic guide! My only regret is that I made a mistake when I ordered tickets and have not been able to get a refund. I cannot seem to contact the right person to help me. I wish Viator had better customer service.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you for the wonderful review of your tour with John! We're delighted that learning about Philadelphia's history and key figures like Benjamin Franklin and William Penn made for such a memorable experience.
We also deeply sympathize with your frustration regarding the ticket error and getting support through Viator. Because bookings made via third-party sites are processed entirely on their platform, we unfortunately don't have direct access to their ticketing or refund systems. We sincerely hope their customer support team resolves this for you soon, and we truly appreciate you choosing to tour with us!
John was knowledgeable , fun and delightful! He was generous with information and patient with our questions. Terrific tour!
Great guide with a lot of knowledge. Need good walking shoes and maybe a water bottle. Travel light and be on time
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you for the great review! We’re so glad you enjoyed your tour and that your guide’s local knowledge stood out. Your tips are spot on—comfortable walking shoes, a water bottle, and arriving on time make all the difference for a smooth experience. We really appreciate you sharing these helpful pointers for future guests, and we hope to see you again on your next trip!
Our tour guide John was absolutely fabulous.A tremendous amount of information and historical fact, lovely little side personal anecdotes a truly lovely one and a half hour experience. I would highly recommend this to anyone.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you for sharing such wonderful feedback! It’s fantastic to hear how much you enjoyed your time with John. He loves bringing history to life with those personal touches, and your recommendation means the world to us. Safe travels, and we hope to see you on your next adventure!
Great historical walking tour of the Old City portion of Philadelphia. Our guide John was very knowledgeable and passionate about the history of Philadelphia. John took us to the highlights along with other less known sights that the average tourist wouldn’t know about.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you so much for the fantastic review! We’re thrilled to hear that John’s passion and knowledge made your walk through Old City so memorable. Showing off Philly’s iconic landmarks alongside those hidden gems off the beaten path is what we love to do. We truly appreciate you sharing your experience and hope to welcome you back again soon!
A great 1.5 hours of history and jokes! Thanks Tim for all the stories and laughs, we REALLY enjoyed our walk around Philadelphia! And we appreciated the times when we sat to listened to you too! :)
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Wow, thanks for the awesome review! Tim is brilliant at mixing local history with great humor, and we're delighted you had such a fun 1.5 hours exploring the city with him (and resting those feet along the way!). We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience, and we hope to welcome you on another tour down the road!
Our guide was a good communicator and kept things on schedule. We fully enjoyed the tour and would recommend it to friends
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you so much for the great review! We’re thrilled to hear that your guide provided excellent communication and kept the tour running smoothly on schedule. Knowing that you fully enjoyed the experience and would recommend us to your friends means the world to our team. We hope to welcome you or your friends on another tour soon!
Lots of great history to explore. Wear comfortable walking shoes for cobblestones and Belgian block. Casey, our guide, did going shady spots on a hot day and some seating areas as well.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you so much for the fantastic review! We’re thrilled you enjoyed exploring the rich history with Casey. Finding shady, comfortable resting spots on a hot day makes a huge difference, and Casey is a pro at keeping everyone cool! Your tip about comfortable walking shoes for Philadelphia's historic cobblestones and Belgian block is spot-on for future travelers. Thanks for exploring with us, and we hope to welcome you back again!
A good general review of the area. Makes it so you can focus on visiting things you're really interested in
Response from Host, Aug 2026
That is what we strive for, there is so much in Philly, there is no way we can get it in all in. Unless you want a 14 hour tour ;)
Tim was the best tour guide. He knows his history. Very nice guy. He took the time to answer anyone's questions anyone had. He also made some recommendations for dinner. He took the time after to show us some extra sites and great information about them. Also recommended we go to the museum of revolution as well. He was GREAT!
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you so much for the glowing review! We’re thrilled to hear that Tim made such an incredible impression on you. He truly goes above and beyond for our guests, and it’s wonderful that he took extra time to answer questions, show you additional spots, and share great dinner and museum recommendations. The Museum of the American Revolution is definitely a local gem! We’ll be sure to pass along your high praise to Tim, and we hope to welcome you back again soon.
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