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Old City Historic Walking Tour in Philadelphia

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Old City Historic Walking Tour in Philadelphia
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Old City Historic Walking Tour in Philadelphia
Our walking tours are COVID friendly! Social distancing and masks are required.
We can cater to both large groups and small!
Talking about Betsy Ross
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From US$35.50

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icon1 hour 30 minutes  (Approx.)
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iconOffered in: English

Overview

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.
  • Explore the historic city of Philadelphia on walking tour
  • Learn about the history of America's founding fathers from your guide
  • See the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, the Betsy Ross House
  • Multiple departure times make it convenient for your schedule
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Local knowledge and recommendations from informed guides who call Philly their home
In depth information about the Revolutionary War and how it has shaped the United States today
History with a side of humor!
Gratuities

Departure Point

302 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA

Departure Point: Rocket Fizz Address: 302 Arch Street,  Philadelphia, PA 19106

Return Details

520 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.

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travellers
  • OPERATED BY Founding Footsteps
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Q:
What is the policy on face masks and attendee health during Old City Historic Walking Tour in Philadelphia?
A:The policies on face masks and attendee health are:

  • Face masks required for travellers in public areas
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
See all safety measures taken by Old City Historic Walking Tour in Philadelphia.
Q:
What is the policy on sanitization during Old City Historic Walking Tour in Philadelphia?
A:The policy on sanitization is:

  • Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
See all safety measures taken by Old City Historic Walking Tour in Philadelphia.
Q:
What is the social distancing policy during Old City Historic Walking Tour in Philadelphia?
A:The policies on social distancing are:

  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
See all safety measures taken by Old City Historic Walking Tour in Philadelphia.
Q:
What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during Old City Historic Walking Tour in Philadelphia?
A:The policy on staff health & safety is:

  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
See all safety measures taken by Old City Historic Walking Tour in Philadelphia.

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Traveller Tips

  • "If it’s your first visit or it’s been a while, this tour is a great way to get started." See review
  • "I’d definitely recommend this tour to new visitors to Philly!" See review

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Fun and educational
Vickie_B
, Oct 2021
Our tour guide Casey was fantastic! He did an excellent job at teaching us about the interesting history of Philadelphia
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Tour guide Casey was very...
John_K
, Oct 2021
Tour guide Casey was very knowledgeable and friendly, he made the tour very enjoyable. I would recommend the walking tour to anyone visiting the city.
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Casey was a great guide,...
Tonya_M
, Oct 2021
Casey was a great guide, very knowledgeable and engaging. Enjoyed the sites and info provided on the tour.
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Worth Doing
WILLIAM_D
, Oct 2021
Informative and engaging. Tim was excellent. Knows his history and communicates his enthusiasm well. Glad we took the walk
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Great refresher of the beginnings of the United States!
Kathryn_M
, Oct 2021
Our tour guide was very interesting and knowledgeable. We learned many historical information we did not know before.
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Interesting and Fun Tour
Bernard_O
, Oct 2021
Tim was a Very Good Guide offering lots of Details, interesting stories all mixed with lots of humor. A great way to spend 90 minutes in Philadelphia. Highly recommend Tim
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star-5
Highly recommend
Jan_B
, Oct 2021
I learned things about our history that I had never known before. Our guide was informational, funny and inspirational. Highly recommend.
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star-5
Perfect Philly tour
Alyssa_W
, Oct 2021
Highly recommend taking this tour at the beginning of your trip to Philly. Fun way to learn more about all the historical landmarks!
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Good tour!😊
Kim_A
, Oct 2021
For the amount of time we had, this was the perfect tour. It was a bit hard to understand the tour director though, because he talks so fast and sometimes the words were jumbled together and hard to understand. However, he was very knowledgeable and answered all our questions!
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Fun and very educational !
Charles_N
, Oct 2021
Guide was exceptional ! Found ourselves with a fun group, weather was perfect, and the historical knowledge of our guide was awesome !
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