Elfreth's Alley

Christ Church

Franklin Court

Carpenter;s Hall

1st Bank of the US

Hamilton Plaque

2nd Bank Of the US

Independence Hall

Discovering Colonial Philadelphia Walking Tour

Art, Culture, & Historical

Joined 2021

Reid A.

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Philadelphia

English (Native)

2 hrs 30 mins

Private tour (only you and Reid A.)

Up to 10 people

Every building in Philadelphia has a story to tell, from the materials, technology, and styles favored when it was constructed, to the people who designed, built, lived and worked there. Events of historic proportion take place in and around buildings as well.

Come with me on this journey to discover all the secrets each building on our tour is waiting to tell us.

Itinerary

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09:30 AM

Meeting Point

Elfreth's Alley at Front Street

- We begin on the oldest, continuously inhabited residential street in the United States.

09:40 AM

Christ Church

At the main Anglican Church we will "meet" some of the important Founding Fathers including Andrew Hamilton, Pierce Butler and Robert Morris.

10:10 AM

Franklin Court

Here we explore the life and times of Benjamin Franklin.

10:40 AM

Carpenter's Hall

We learn about the events that led to the 1st Continental Congress held here between September and October 1774.

11:00 AM

1st Bank of the United Stetes

Here we discover Alexander Hamilton's genius in managing America's finances.

11:20 AM

Hamilton's Residence

We stop at the plaque showing where Alexander Hamilton lived in 1791 when he had - or did he? - an affair with Maria Reynolds.

11:50 AM

2nd Bank of the United States

We will learn about the events leading to the creation of this institution in 1816 and why it is in Philadelphia and not Washington D.C.

12:00 AM

Independence Hall

Events with massive consequences happened here in 1775, 1776, and 1787. We will explore their meaning for us today.

Ending Point

Independence Hall

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Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

* Guide fee

What‘s not included

* Personal Expenses

* Tips

* Admission to Independence Hall

Tour Important Information

* This tour involves walking, so make sure to wear comfortable shoes and bring water

* This tour takes place outside, rain or shine, so always check the weather forecast.

* Tours of the Liberty Bell Pavilion or Independence Hall are not included in this tour.

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time

Joined 2021

Reid A.

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About Tour Guide Reid A.

I enjoy giving the tours I have created to guests from around the world.

I love sharing my knowledge and World Heritage city with them. There is so much to learn about and do in Philadelphia.