Philadelphia Old City Historic Walking Tour with 10+ Top Sites
Overview
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1 hour 30 minutes
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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.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Betsy Ross House
Tour the courtyard of the Betsy Ross House. Admission to the museum is not included or a part of the tour but tickets can be purchased at their gift shop for afterwards.
Elfreth's Alley
The oldest continuously lived on street in the original American colonies.
What‘s Included
90-Minute Guided Walking Tour of Philadelphia
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
Gratuities
Options
Walking Tour
Reviews
2,057 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
If you only do one Walking tour, do this one.
orlandoRealtor1,Apr 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00When in Philly for several days, I took 9 different tours around the Independence Hall Area, and this one was the best as far as knowledge, accuracy, and his interest in conveying it. If you only do one Walking tour, do this one.
Wonderful tour with a great guide!
Lisa12C3,Apr 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tim was a great guide, and he was very informative with historical events. The tour was a good walking pace, and we were able to see a variety of sites. I also liked how small the group was (9 people in total). I would recommend this tour as a good introduction to Philadelphia and its history.
Great walking tour
Z8390KDmargareth,Mar 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour was interesting and informative, and a great way to see many of the iconic Philly sites. Tim was passionate and funny and knew a ton about Ben Franklin! Highly recommend.
Walking to her around Philly.
Daniel F,Mar 31, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Thyme was very knowledgeable and very attentive to everyone’s needs for pace of the tour. He was also very knowledgeable about the history and all of the subjects we were talking about highly recommended.
Thumbs up,
janiceeG6870NW,Mar 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Group leader was excellent. Intelligent while being humorous. S keeping your attention.
Cool base revolutionary and philly tour
H7037MXadamw,Mar 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great intro to Philly and revolutionary history
Cold day for a good tour
Tonya T,Mar 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was a cold day. That being said our guide Joseph was entertaining and kept our minds off the freezing weather.
Very informative
joann o,Mar 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Joseph our guide was great! Very knowledgeable about history and other interesting information. Able to visit Betsey Ross house, carpenters house old church, carpenters house and around independence hall. You need to get advance ticket to go into independence hall separate from tour. Liberty bell also there but need to get in line after tour to see. Well worth it!
Solo First Time in Philly
Joshua S,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00First time in Philly and wanted to learn some of the history. Tour guide was knowledgeable and funny! Was perfect time wise and distance wise. So glad I did it!
Historic Philly
Ashish C,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Did a historical walk in the old town with Joseph. Very knowledgeable and gave a lot of historical insight, not just the tour. Liked it and was sorry that it was so short! Joseph was good enough to give us insights into Philadelphia and its culinary delights & waterholes. Excellent!
From US$43.50
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