Walking is great exercise. It was the best tour for us. We were so excited and Bruce was outstanding.
About Activity
What's Included
Includes
- Expert in-dpeth tour of highlights of Philadelphia
Excludes
- Gratuity
- Entrance tickets to Sites Such as Betsy Ross House and Independence Hall
Departure & Return
Departure Point
- Tour begins from the OUTSIDE at 239 Arch St. on the sidewalk in front of Betsy Ross House
Return
- Ben Franklin Burial Site, located at the Southeast Corner of 5th and Arch Street, across from the Mint and National Constitution Center
Itinerary
Delve into the legend of the seamstress who sewed the first American flag.
Visit the location of the president's original home before Washington, D.C., was established as the nation's capital.
Marvel at this iconic symbol of American independence and democracy.
Stand where the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution were debated and adopted.
See this historic site, where the U.S. Congress met from 1790 to 1800
Explore the historic church attended by many Founding Fathers.
Stroll along America's oldest continuously inhabited residential street.
Visit the site of Benjamin Franklin's home and learn about his contributions to society.
Learn about the First Continental Congress and its significant role in American history.
Discover the former home of the U.S. Supreme Court.
Pay respects at the final resting place of Benjamin Franklin and other notable figures.
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Reviews
Our guide Marianne was knowledgeable , friendly and accommodating. She gave a very comprehensive tour of the Old City. We truly enjoyed the tour and learned so much.
Had a wonderful tour of historic sites in Philly with our enthusiastic guide, Jen. She was very knowledgeable, we learned a lot and she kept our interest for the entire tour. She is a proud Philadelphian and made us appreciate all the history that is here. Definitely highly recommend this to any visitor to Philly.
Please let me clarify that our guide was lovely - it was the tour itself that was poor. We started at the Betsy Ross house as the meeting point. We looked at the outside, were told it wasn't included and so we walked to Christ Church. When we arrived we were told they weren't open yet but we could come back later if we wanted. Same thing with the Benjamin Franklin cemetary. We eventually made our way to Independence Hall to find out that we needed a reservation through the National Parks office. It was 12:30pm and all time slots were sold out for the day. I essentially paid $90 a piece to go into the Carpenter's Building which is FREE. I use viator for every country/city that I visit. The lack of route planning and pre-communication of requirements was unacceptable.
We had a great time exploring Philadelphia with Joseph! He was knowledgeable, friendly and made the tour fun. Thank you very much
We had a really great tour with Jenn. She is so knowledgeable - like a walking encyclopedia of information. We thought the tour was the perfect length and it covered a lot of sites in one tour. Thanks to Jenn for all the recommendations and help planning the rest of our time in Philly!
This is a great tour if you're short on time as you get to see so much in just a couple of hours. Joseph was a fantastic tour guide! He had the perfect blend of humor and historic information. Highly recommended!
Jenn led us on an awesome walking tour of Philly which included inside a couple historic sites. Very informative! Nowadays whenever we go on vacation, we always look for Tours By Foot.
With this tour, I saw so many historically significant things that my tour guide was able to educate me about that I could not have learned just walking the sites alone. I was the only one scheduled for this tour, so I received a lot of one-on-one commentary and extra time to take photos, which I appreciated. We went over our tour time, but my guide, Jen, also the company's owner, didn't care and urged me to explore. I ended up leaving the tour feeling like a friend and knowing so much more about the history of Philly and our country as a whole. Thank you for caring and taking the time to explore with me.
Joseph was an amazing tour guide. Provided solid historical facts and lots of fun facts. Highly recommend to anyone considering this tour.
I really enjoyed my walking tour yesterday with Tours by Foot. Even though it was the coldest day of the year so far, walking around and learning about Philly proved to be one of the highlights of my day. I learned a lot in the 2 hour tour. It started at 10:30 am at Betsey Ross' house and ended at the Liberty Bell around 12:30 pm. The group was small and intimate, which was nice and allowed for our guide to answer all our questions and have conversations with each of us as we walked. I thoroughly enjoyed this tour and, as this was my first time in Philly, I would definitely be back and do the tour again, when it's warmer.
A very enjoyable tour by a very knowledgeable and engaging Guide who was happy to tackle any manner of questions from us.
He knew so much information and was able to answer all our questions. I learned so much about Philadelphia 1600s-1800s.
Joseph was amazing! Unknown stories and made us feel a part of history! Definitely recommend to anyone visiting Philly for the first time.
Glenn was a great tour guide. Lots of stories both historical and contemporary (all about parking tickets and how to order Philly cheesesteaks like a local). He was entertaining and knowledgeable. The group was small, 6 people, so it was easy to hear and negotiate spaces. I booked my tour 30 minutes before it started and my name was on the list when I showed up- seamless. Recommend
This tour provides a straightforward exploration of key historic sites like Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell. It’s a solid choice for anyone wanting a basic overview of Philadelphia’s Revolutionary War history.
I loved how Tours by Foot turned history into an adventure. The guide kept the tour lively and engaging with entertaining storytelling as we explored Independence Mall. It's a unique and exciting way to experience Philadelphia's rich past. Highly recommended!
I had a fantastic time on this walking tour of Philadelphia's historic sites. We began at Independence Mall and explored renowned landmarks such as Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell. The guide was incredibly well-informed, making history come alive with captivating tales and fascinating details. It was like taking a journey through time!
This tour was a fantastic mix of history and fun. Tours by Foot did an amazing job and our guide Jenn made sure we were entertained from start to finish. She had plenty of quirky anecdotes and interesting tales to share keeping everyone engaged. Definitely a great way to see the city.
This walking tour with Tours by Foot was perfect for our family. Jenn was so engaging and made sure everyone including the kids, was having a great time. Her storytelling was interesting and she had a great way of making history come alive. We left with smiles and lots of fun memories!
We thoroughly enjoyed the walking tour of Independence Mall!! Our guide was Jenn. She was very enthusiastic and very knowledgeable. We will be back to do the Ghost Tour. Tours By Foot is highly recommended. Thank you Jenn for such an interesting tour.
This tour gives me an immersive journey through Philadelphia’s historic core, featuring insightful narratives about Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell. Guide was nice.
We loved this walking tour around Independence Mall! The guide did a great job bringing sites like Congress Hall and the President's House Site to life with engaging stories. Tours by Foot did a fantastic job organizing the tour, making it enjoyable and informative!
Took the tour of Philadelphias historic Mall area with Marianne today. We'll planned route covering all the significant sights relating to the birth of the country and beautifully presented by Marianne in a friendly and inclusive way. Pace was just right and pitched in a way everyone can understand, given varying levels of knowledge on the subject.
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