Philadelphia Walking Tour- 250 Year History of Money in the US
Overview
You do not just see top historical sites, you LEARN about why our money system is so flawed today. You learn what causes price inflation. This Philadelphia walking tour specifically examines money and inflation through the city’s history. Hear how the Founding Fathers shaped the nation’s monetary system while visiting the exteriors of Independence Hall, the 1st/2nd Banks of the United States, Carepenters Hall, and the US Mint. A Philadelphian guide connects early currency to today’s financial conditions.
What's Included
- An Edu-tainment experience where you gain insight into how our Founding Fathers created our money
- Experience the Philadelphia historical sites with an angle on the history of money in the US
- We will just visit the exterior of the historical sites and will not enter
Meeting Location
129 Sansom Walk
Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
525 Arch Street
Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
Tour Ends near entrances to Liberty Bell and the National Constitution Center
What To Expect
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Museum of the American Revolution
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
First Bank of the United States
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Second Bank of the United States
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
National Constitution Center
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Carpenters' Hall
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Merchants Exchange Building
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
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Activity code: C-5562786P1
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