Philadelphia Old City Historic Walking Tour with 10+ Top Sites

Overview

Available languages

English

1 hour 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

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.

7 minutes•Admission Not Included

Elfreth's Alley

The oldest continuously lived on street in the original American colonies.

10 minutes•Admission Not Applicable

Options

Walking Tour

Reviews

4.92

1,833 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

1732

Our guide,Tye, was very...
Larry E,
Jul 15, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Our guide,Tye, was very knowledgeable and down-to-earth. The walking tour covered the major things we wanted to see and highlighted what we want to go back and see more in-depth.
Fabulous!!! Casey was a terrific guide!!!
Cathrene N,
Jul 14, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Very educational, great photo ops! Casey really was the perfect tour guide! What a great teacher! Thanks so much for this great tour!
Philadelphia Historical walking tour
Tom M,
Jul 13, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Joseph our guide was knowledgeable, friendly and kept us moving at a comfortable pace. The tour gave us a good understanding of the historic sites and how they are closely situated My wife and I will now go back to the ones that the tour did not have time to got into like Independence Hall and Liberty bell
Walking Tour was Great
MichaelE D,
Jul 11, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Excellent overview of the tourist highlights. Seamus was a great tour guide. He kept us entertained and was knowledgeable about each stop.
Seamus was a great guide!...
Janice L,
Jul 10, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Seamus was a great guide! The weather was hot, but he provided plenty of opportunity for shady stops along with interesting and entertaining historical information. Be sure to wear appropriate walking footwear, and dress appropriately for the weather.