5 Philadelphia History Tours to Book First

1.Revolution and the Founders: History Tour of Philadelphia

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,944 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $29Our pick

Spend two hours walking Old City Philadelphia with guides such as Josh, Kyle, Vince, Joseph, and Ted, all trained in history. Hear lively stories about 1776, Benjamin Franklin, Washington, Hamilton, and the city’s first government while seeing major landmarks from the outside.

“My son and I did the tour with Josh who s a wonderful storyteller. He made it so fun and engaging that the two hours went by fast. He knows his stuff too and you can tell that he loves doing what he does. I highly recommend this tour and tour company to anyone. Great job!”

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2.Philadelphia Old City Historic Walking Tour with 10+ Top Sites

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,020 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $43

Spend 90 minutes walking Philadelphia’s Old City with a former stand-up comedian and history teacher. Guides such as Seamus, Joseph, Amanda, and Ty connect Revolutionary-era landmarks with lively stories, from Elfreth’s Alley and Christ Church to the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall.

“Joseph was a wealth of history knowledge and had great stories and added some fun in as well! Would definitely recommend him for a future tour.”

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3.2.5 Hour Philadelphia History Tour with Washington War Tent Show

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 924 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $45

Walk through Philadelphia’s Revolutionary heart with a guide such as Tom, John, Maria, or PJ. You’ll see Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell area, Elfreth’s Alley, Franklin’s grave, and the President’s House, then view George Washington’s war tent at the Museum of the American Revolution. Full museum admission comes at a discount afterward.

“Fun way to explore the city! The tour guide PJ was very knowledgeable and fun! If you're going to Philly, check it out!”

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4.Philadelphia: Revolution and The Founders History Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 450 reviews · 2 hours · from $29

Join guides such as Wendy, Joseph, Vince, Josh, or Bill outside the Independence Visitor Center for a two-hour walk through Revolutionary Philadelphia. Expect stories about Franklin, Washington, Hamilton, Madison, and Paine, plus the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, Carpenter’s Hall, and Betsy Ross’s neighborhood.

“Had a great tour! Wendy was very knowledgeable and shared lots of interesting information with us.”

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5.True Crime Philadelphia and History Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 416 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $44

Walk through Old City with a history teacher or college professor, visiting Betsy Ross House, Elfreth’s Alley, Christ Church, Franklin’s grave, and more while hearing tales of H.H. Holmes and notorious Philadelphia crimes. The tour ends with a complimentary drink.

“Ted gave a really great tour. Very knowledgeable and interesting. He knew the answers to most questions and when he did not, he just said so. The tour ran well over 2 hours and I really felt we all got our money’s worth.”

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