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Old City Philadelphia Private Guided Tour
- Duration2 hours – 3 hours
- GroupPrivate tour
- TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
- LanguagesEnglish
About this activity
BENJAMIN FRANKLIN GUIDES YOU ON A PRIVATE TOUR OF HISTORIC OLD CITY PHILADELPHIA
We offer a unique experience you won’t find anywhere else.
The premier Ben Franklin interpreter takes you on a walk though old city Philadelphia and the wonderful history it holds. Storytelling and fascinating history makes the neighborhood come to life.
While experiencing the great landmarks historic Philadelphia has to offer, you find yourself up in the pages of history.
People of all ages can enjoy this experience and leave the tour with a new appreciation for America’s founding.
Funny, factual and a delightful experience for everyone.
What to expect
Independence National Historical Park
143 S. 3rd St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19106, United States
All tours will start at this location. Explore Old City Philadelphia and Independence National Historical Park. Learn the history of the United States of American with your personal historian and guide, Benjamin Franklin.
Betsy Ross House
239 Arch St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19106, United States
Travelers can choose to visit this site during the tour. See America's premier flag-maker and patriot, learn about Betsy Ross and the history of our flag.
The President's House
6th and Market Streets, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19106, United States
Travelers can choose to visit this site during the tour. See the President's House site and learn about President George Washington and the foundation of our country.
Franklin Court
314 Market St # 322, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19106-2704, United States
Travelers can choose to visit this site during the tour. Learn about Ben Franklin's history including his life, achievements, and contributions to America.
Carpenters' Hall
320 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19106, United States
Travelers can choose to visit this site during the tour. Learn about the history of the Continental Congress and Franklin's Library Company, and more history about this site.
Old City Hall
Independence Mall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19106, United States
Travelers can choose to visit this site during the tour. Learn about Philadelphia's history including being the nation's temporary capital. Explore the building that was once Philadelphia's City Hall.
Congress Hall
6th & Chestnut Streets, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19106, United States
Travelers can choose to visit this site during the tour. Learn about the history of this site as the first home to the U.S. Congress and Presidents Washington and Adams' inaugurations.
Liberty Bell Center
526 Market Street, Between Market and Chestnut Streets, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19106, United States
Travelers can choose to visit this site during the tour. See the historic Philadelphia site that houses the famous Liberty Bell and learn about how the Liberty Bell became a staple and symbol of Philadelphia.
Pickup & meeting point
There is no pickup — all travellers meet at the start point.
Start
The center of historic old city Philadelphia and Independence National Historical Park. Sixth and Market Streets entrance.
End / drop-off
The center of historic old city Philadelphia and Independence National Historical Park. Sixth and Market Streets entrance.
What's included
Included
- Walking Tour
Not included
- Transportation
Good to know
Accessibility & suitability
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Traveller requirements
- Minimum 1 traveller per booking
- Maximum 15 travellers per booking
- At least one adult must be included in the booking
- Age bands: Child (3–10), Youth (11–17), Adult (18–64), Senior (65–100)
Languages
- Guide
- English
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- 1+ days before100% refund
- 0–1 days before0% refund
- 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 or a full refund.
Important booking information
- Booking cut-off
- Bookings close 2 days before the activity starts.
- Confirmation
- Manual
- Tickets
- One per booking
- Local time zone
- America/New_York
- Product code
- 297701P1
What you'll be asked when booking
- Age of each traveller
- First name of each traveller
- Last name of each traveller
- Any special requirements
Traveller reviews
5.0/ 57 reviews
Ratings aggregated from Viator (2) and Tripadvisor (5).
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