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Alexander Hamilton Private Group Walking Tour in Philadelphia

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2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Starting at Independence Hall, we will discuss the life and times of Alexander Hamilton. We will pass by the President's House, the portrait gallery in the Second Bank of the United States, Carpenter's Hall, Dolly Madison's house, where Hamilton and Maria Reynolds lived, the First Bank of the United States, and Christ Church.
We do not enter any of the buildings listed on the tour. We will be sitting outside them while I tell you about a particular part of Hamilton's life.

What's Included

  • Live guided tour
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
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Meeting Location

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599 Market Street
Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA

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End point

22 North 2nd Street
Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA

Christ Church Burial Area

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The President's House (pass by)

Home of George Washington and John Adams as Presidents
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Independence Hall (pass by)

Home of 2nd Continental Congress and Constitutional Convention
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Second Bank of the United States (pass by)

Learn more about the banking system Hamilton set up
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Carpenters' Hall (pass by)

Home of the 1st Continental Congress, it was also home to the 1st Bank of the United States for a while
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Todd House (pass by)

Across the street from here lived Maria Reynold's, Hamilton's mistress for a year. Introduced to James Madison by Aaron Burr, Dolly Todd became Dolly Madison
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Merchant Exchange Building (pass by)

Across the street lived Alexander Hamilton and his family, 1 block from where Maria Reynold's lived
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First Bank of the United States (pass by)

Created by Hamilton in 1791, this building was one of the first new U.S. government buildings and one of the first in Greco-Roman temple style, partially of marble
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Christ Church (pass by)

We end here at the grave of Robert Morris who turned down George Washington's offer to become the first U.S. Secretary of the Treasury. Who lives, who dies, who tells your story?
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Minimum age is 10 years

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Alexander Hamilton Private Group Walking Tour in Philadelphia?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-102233P3

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  • Live guided tour
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Minimum age is 10 years

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