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You create your own start time subject to my approval, of course, as to my availability for any particular hour you choose.
Visit various American Revolutionary historic sites and unique vistas within the eastern section of the Center City section of America's first capital.
See places where people have lived continuously since the 1700's, important locations of the planning of the American Revolution, the home of the inventor of electricity, and more.
Like any other major city, you'll want to travel with an experienced resident of this popular segment of a large Mid-Atlantic city with its own unique culture.
Please book this tour as is or you could contact me to customize this tour or for the creation of other possible custom tours.
(Also, tour guides are not required to be licensed in Philadelphia.)
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
West side of 4th Street near the entrance of the Bourse building at the base of the stairwell leading up into The Bourse, and near the intersection of South 4th Street and the small street known as Ranstead Street.
To be determined after consultation with travelers.
Itinerary
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Independence Hall (Pass by)
Location where the United States of America's Constitution and the Declaration of Independence was created. You will be led by a native knowledgeable local guide. Some commentary, anecdotes, and insights, are offered to give context and to enrich the experience. Immerse yourselves in the sights, sounds, and atmosphere of the destination while enjoying the benefits of physical activity and interaction with fellow travelers.
Admission ticket free -
1Liberty Bell Center
World famous bell. You will be led by a native knowledgeable local guide. Some commentary, anecdotes, and insights, are offered to give context and to enrich the experience. Immerse yourselves in the sights, sounds, and atmosphere of the destination while enjoying the benefits of physical activity and interaction with fellow travelers.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
Historical square and nearby cultural site. You will be led by a native knowledgeable local guide. Some commentary, anecdotes, and insights, are offered to give context and to enrich the experience. Immerse yourselves in the sights, sounds, and atmosphere of the destination while enjoying the benefits of physical activity and interaction with fellow travelers.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Carpenters' Hall (Pass by)
Famous historical site that was very important before the American Revolution. You will be led by a native knowledgeable local guide. Some commentary, anecdotes, and insights, are offered to give context and to enrich the experience. Immerse yourselves in the sights, sounds, and atmosphere of the destination while enjoying the benefits of physical activity and interaction with fellow travelers.
Admission ticket free -
Second Bank of the United States (Pass by)
Famous historical site. You will be led by a native knowledgeable local guide. Some commentary, anecdotes, and insights, are offered to give context and to enrich the experience. Immerse yourselves in the sights, sounds, and atmosphere of the destination while enjoying the benefits of physical activity and interaction with fellow travelers.
Admission ticket free -
3Benjamin Franklin's Grave
Walk through a nearby portal where he used to traverse, see the ruins of his home, and view his grave. You will be led by a native knowledgeable local guide. Some commentary, anecdotes, and insights, are offered to give context and to enrich the experience. Immerse yourselves in the sights, sounds, and atmosphere of the destination while enjoying the benefits of physical activity and interaction with fellow travelers. (There is a $5 fee to actually enter the graveyard, but that would be self-guided, because the grave is visible from the public sidewalk.)
15 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
4Elfreth's Alley
America's oldest continuously inhabited street. You will be led by a native knowledgeable local guide. Some commentary, anecdotes, and insights, are offered to give context and to enrich the experience. Immerse yourselves in the sights, sounds, and atmosphere of the destination while enjoying the benefits of physical activity and interaction with fellow travelers.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
First Bank of the United States (Pass by)
The first bank of the official U.S., and see a nearby recreation of the first bank of the original colonial Confederacy. You will be led by a native knowledgeable local guide. Some commentary, anecdotes, and insights, are offered to give context and to enrich the experience. Immerse yourselves in the sights, sounds, and atmosphere of the destination while enjoying the benefits of physical activity and interaction with fellow travelers.
Admission ticket free
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
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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