Arabic Walking Tour of Historic Philadelphia for 2 hours.

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1

  Step into the birthplace of American democracy at Independence Hall. This is where the Declaration of Independence and U.S. Constitution were debated and signed. We’ll cover the highlights and historic stories from outside.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 2
  Liberty Bell Center

  Visit the iconic Liberty Bell, a powerful symbol of American freedom. Learn from our historian guide about its fascinating history—from its crack at the first ring to the famous inscription that inspired generations. We’ll explore it from the outside, sharing all the key details and offering tips on how to return later to see it up close from inside.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 3

  Visit America’s first “White House,” where Presidents Washington and Adams lived while Philadelphia was the U.S. capital. This historic home hosted leaders, diplomats, and even Benedict Arnold during a key chapter of the American Revolution.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 4

  Visit the place where America’s roots were first planted! Admission is donation-based and completely up to you.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 5

  Visit the Betsy Ross House courtyard! While museum admission isn’t included, you can purchase tickets at the gift shop afterward. Learn about Betsy Ross, the legendary seamstress who’s said to have sewn the first American flag, and discover the truth behind the myths about this iconic “Founding Mother”.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 6
  Elfreth's Alley

  Visit Elfreth’s Alley, the oldest continuously inhabited residential street in the United States! Enjoy these charming brick homes date back to the early 1700s, and people still live here today. It’s a quiet reminder of what everyday life looked like in colonial Philadelphia.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 7

  Visit the Arch Street Meeting House, one of the oldest Quaker meeting houses in the country. It was built in the early 1800s on land given by William Penn, the founder of Pennsylvania and a Quaker himself. The building’s simple design reflects Quaker values like peace, equality, and community. It’s still an active place of worship today and also open to visitors to learn more about the Quakers’ important role in Philadelphia’s history.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 8

  Stop by Christ Church Burial Ground , one of the most famous colonial-era cemeteries in the U.S., and the final resting place of Benjamin Franklin. He’s buried right here alongside his wife, Deborah. People still toss pennies onto his grave for good luck, honoring his famous saying, ‘A penny saved is a penny earned.’ The burial ground dates back to 1719 and holds over 1,400 graves, including many other important figures from the Revolutionary era. It’s a peaceful, historic place that gives us a real connection to the people who helped shape early America.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 9

  Keys to Community is a bronze sculpture by Philadelphia artist James Peniston, dedicated in 2007. It’s made with 1,000 keys donated by local schoolkids and includes brass nameplates honoring Philadelphia firefighters who died in the line of duty since 1736.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• (Pass by)

  Return to independence hall for your final stop.

  Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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