Philadelphia Old City Historic Walking Tour with 10+ Top Sites
Overview
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.
What's Included
- 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
- 90-Minute Guided Walking Tour of Philadelphia
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
302 Arch Street
Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
520 Chestnut Street
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.
What To Expect
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Betsy Ross House
7 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Elfreth's Alley
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Benjamin Franklin Bridge (pass by)
Christ Church
7 minutes Admission Ticket Free
B. Free Franklin Post Office
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Carpenters' Hall
7 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Second Bank of the United States
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Independence Hall
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Philly customers.
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- 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).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- 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.
- 90-Minute Guided Walking Tour of Philadelphia.
- Gratuities.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Philadelphia Old City Historic Walking Tour with 10+ Top Sites is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Philadelphia Old City Historic Walking Tour with 10+ Top Sites will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Philly. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- 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
- 90-Minute Guided Walking Tour of Philadelphia
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
