Old City Philadelphia: Historic Walking Tour

Discover the birthplace of America’s independence on a guided tour of Philadelphia. Explore Independence National Park, Old City, and learn the fascinating history of this historic city.

Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • The Signer - Begin the tour in the Signer’s Garden at the statue of The Signer. This statue honors all the signers of the Declaration of Independence and the US Constitution, symbolizing the enduring spirit of freedom they represent today.
  • Independence National Historical Park - Explore iconic historical sites such as Independence Hall,…
What's Included
  • Fascinating stories of America’s most historically significant city
  • A knowledgeable local expert guide
  • An unforgettable journey through the historic heart of Old City Philadelphia
  • A donation to a local non-profit historic organization
  • Discounted entry in the Museum of the American Revolution at the time of your choice after the tour
  • See a…
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Additional food and drink.
  • Souvenirs or personal shopping.
Additional Information

Join a knowledgeable local guide for a leisurely walk through history on this Old City Philadelphia walking tour. Enjoy a relaxed pace as the tour delves into the rich historical significance of Philadelphia, the birthplace of the United States of America!
Wander along the cobblestone streets of Old City, admiring stunning architecture and iconic…

Location
Signer's Garden
Chestnut Street
Your guide will meet you at the Signer’s Statue in Signer's Garden; 498 Chestnut St., Philadelphia, PA 19106
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Alvi54911
Aug 20, 2025
Insightful history tour with exceptional guide - Carla was the perfect tour guide. Her enthusiasm in sharing her passion for and knowledge about Philly and its history was evident right from the start. She was an engaging storyteller, making history-learning interesting and approachable. My personal favorites from the tour were learning about Quakerism at Arch Street Meeting House, and the sobering outdoor exhibit on slavery at the President’s House Site. Particularly noteworthy was Carla’s going above and beyond the call of duty, offering to show me Elfreth’s Alley at a separate time because her tour itinerary did not include it. This bonus tour was the highlight of my experience with Carla. Biggest thanks to Carla for an unforgettable and most enjoyable experience.
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Andrewspiller
Aug 18, 2025
Walking Tour - I would totally recommend this tur to go on. I enjoy the information and history on our 1st present. Gorge Washington War Tent Show was fantastic.
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Grandtour713326
Aug 18, 2025
Sightseeing with friends - Carla was a wonderful tour guide. She was so knowledgeable about history and a great storyteller! I’d highly recommend this historic walking tour!
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7talusp
Aug 17, 2025
Great tour. - Amazing tour guide. Carla was very knowledgeable and took extra time to answer questions and give us extra information about the city.
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Nancy_g
Aug 17, 2025
An Excellent Overview of Philadelphia - This tour gave us an excellent overview of many of the major sites in Philadelphia. Laura was an enthusiastic and knowledgeable guide. She was attentive to each guest, provided detailed responses to questions and truly seems to love her job. We collected a wealth of information and the tour allowed us to prioritize the sites we wanted to return to and see in more detail.
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Trail13066580741
Aug 17, 2025
Great tour! Thanks, Carla! - Carla did an amazing job! A lot of facts, stories and insights into American history. Not much walking but a lot to see. We can highly recommend this tour!
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Jimbays
Aug 16, 2025
Very Good Tour - Very informative and relaxed tour of Philadelphia's historic sites. The tour did involve a lot of walking, but it was worth it. I would highly recommend this tour.
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Natalie_t
Aug 12, 2025
An excellent walking tour for our family of five! - My family and I planned a short historical visit to Philadelphia. Maria Gorshin, our tour guide was fabulous! All three of my children, ranging from 16 to 12 had Maria’s undivided attention. Maria even checked in with me throughout her tour to see how the kids were enjoying it. Overall it was a great day for a walking tour and learn more about our founding father’s.
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Katherineem3433bw
Aug 10, 2025
Great food tour - The tour with David was excellent! Delicious food, entertaining conversation with history facts mixed in, good vibes!
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Kevinrz8533zw
Aug 10, 2025
Food tour - Did a food tour, 100/100 would recommend. He spoke with confidence and covered so much history. As a local I learned a lot!
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From $45
up to 12 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).