Philadelphia Old City Historic Walking Tour with 10+ Top Sites
Overview
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1 hour 30 minutes
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Experience the City with the Best: Our tours are guided by the company's founder and owner, who happens to be a former stand-up comedian and a history teacher. With a deep love and passion for everything Philadelphia, he brings a unique blend of humor and historical knowledge to your journey.
Step into History's Footprints: Take a captivating 1.5-hour stroll through the cobblestone streets of Old City, retracing the steps of the Founding Fathers.
Covering All the Must-Sees: During your tour, we make sure to visit every significant landmark in historic Old City. Rest assured, you'll leave with not only great memories but also a profound understanding of this city's remarkable history.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
90-Minute Guided Walking Tour of Philadelphia
Pass by 15+ Philadelphia sites including Christ Church, and Ben Franklin Court
Learn about the Revolutionary War and how it has shaped the United States today
Trace the footsteps of the Founding Fathers through the streets of historic Old City
Photo Stops at 10+ Sites including Betsy Ross House, Elfreth's Alley, and Liberty Bell
Visit Carpenter's Hall (Note: Site currently closed, will visit when available to public)
Local Guide; tours are led by a former stand up comedian and history teacher
Gratuities
What To Expect
Betsy Ross House
Tour the courtyard of the Betsy Ross House. Admission to the museum is not included or a part of the tour but tickets can be purchased at their gift shop for afterwards.
Elfreth's Alley
The oldest continuously lived on street in the original American colonies.
Options
Walking Tour
Reviews
1,950 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great little walking Tour of MajorHistorical sites
Jean M,
Sep 28, 2025
- Viator
5.00The tour was short but very informative! Seamus was polite and entertaining. Lots of interesting and important historical facts and sites to see in 90 minutes
The best historical tour.
JeanMarie C,
Sep 26, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had the perfect guide (Seamus) - our tour was just the right pace, very informative, and entertaining!
Fun in Philly!
CynthiaGaudioso,
Sep 23, 2025
- Viator
5.00Wear sturdy shoes because of the cobbled streets. The visited sites were interesting. Shamus was a delightful tour guide.
Seamus gave us a great...
Patrice S,
Sep 23, 2025
- Viator
5.00Seamus gave us a great tour, very knowledgeable!! He was engaging and answered all questions we had. Walk was nice and easy
Guide was very...
Randy G,
Sep 21, 2025
- Viator
5.00Guide was very knowledgeable, humorous and added a lot of historical detail you might not read or hear in a typical scripted tour. His enthusiasm for the job and history was surely genuine.
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