Philadelphia Trip Overview
Explore the birthplace of American democracy on this guided, 75-minute tour through the streets of historic Philadelphia. Discover the popular historical attractions and landmarks in the ‘City of Brotherly Love,’ places like Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell, the Betsy Ross House, and many more. Walk in the footsteps of our Founding Fathers, see where they lived and worked, and learn from a passionate teacher/guide about the history of this great city.
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Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Starts: Philadelphia, United States
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Historical & Heritage Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Explore the birthplace of American democracy on this guided, 75-minute tour through the streets of historic Philadelphia. Discover the popular historical attractions and landmarks in the ‘City of Brotherly Love,’ places like Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell, the Betsy Ross House, and many more. Walk in the footsteps of our Founding Fathers, see where they lived and worked, and learn from a passionate teacher/guide about the history of this great city.
Itinerary
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Stop At: Independence Hall, Chestnut Street between 5th and 6th Streets, Philadelphia, PA 19106
Independence Hall is the most important historical building in the country, and your guide will tell you why! (Clue – Independence and Constitution!) You will also learn about the Father of the Constitution, as well as the process of peaceful transfer of power.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Franklin Court, 314 Market St # 322, Philadelphia, PA 19106-2704
See the spot where Benjamin Franklin’s house was.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Carpenters’ Hall, 320 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19106-2708
Learn about Carpenters’ Hall and the First Continental Congress.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Congress Hall, 6th & Chestnut Streets, Philadelphia, PA 19106
Learn about the first peaceful transfer of power.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: The President’s House, 6th and Market Streets, Philadelphia, PA 19106
See the spot where George Washington lived during his years as president, and learn other fun facts about “the president’s house.”
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Bow Tie Tours, Philadelphia, PA
Bow Tie Tours is the pre-eminent, award winning Philadelphia tour company which brings history to life!
Duration: 2 hours
