Independence Hall

Carpenter's Hall

Museum of American Revolution

First Bank of USA

Ben Franklin Plaque

Franklin Court

Lenni Lenape Statue

Betsy Ross House

Franklin Statue

Quaker Meeting House

Most Popular! Historical Walking Tour

Art, Culture, & Historical

Joined 2024

Nicholas D.

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Philadelphia

English (Native)

3 hrs 20 mins

Private tour (only you and Nicholas D.)

Up to 10 people

Beginning at the Independence Visitor Center, we will hit all the major sites of Colonial and Revolutionary Philadelphia history, including: President's House, Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, Carpenter's Hall, First Bank of the USA, Franklin Court, Christ Church and Cemetary, Betsy Ross House, Arch Street Quaker Meeting House and Ben Franklin's Grave. This is by far the most popular tour for first time and out of town visitors and can be modified to suit your preferences.

Itinerary

This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!

09:00 AM

Meeting Point

599 Market St., Philadelphia PA

- Independence NHP Visitors Center

Visitors Center

Overview of Philadelphia and Independence Park's history.

09:20 AM

President's House

George Washington and John Adams lived here, 1790 - 1800. Slavery in Philadelphia and Colonial America.

09:40 AM

Liberty Bell Pavillion

See the original Liberty Bell, the world's foremost symbol of individual freedom. Displays include the Bell's history and significance, slavery and abolition, later struggles for civil rights and liberties.

10:00 AM

Independence Hall Block

Outside tour of America's most historic block. Independence Hall, Congress Hall, Old City Hall - home of US Supreme Court, 1790 - 1800.

10:20 AM

Carpenters Hall

Outdoor visit to Philosophical Hall, the Library Company, 2nd Bank of the USA. Indoor visit to Carpenter's Hall, site of the First Continental Congress, 1774.

10:40 AM

First Bank of the USA

Outdoor view of the Museum of the American Revolution and A. Hamilton's Treasury Dept. Struggles of the early American economy. Hamilton's financial plan and the birth of political parties.

11:00 AM

Franklin Court

Visit home site of Philadelphia's most famous founding father. Overview of the amazing life of the fabulous Dr. Franklin. Indoor visit to replica print shop (when available).

11:20 AM

Christ Church

Overview of Philadelphia's founding, Quaker roots and relations with Native Americans. Visit historic Christ Church and original cemetery, est. 1695.

11:40 AM

Betsy Ross House

One of Philly's most popular sites. Home of the woman "credited" with sewing the first American flag.

12:00 PM

Quaker Meeting House and Burial Ground

William Penn's Quaker roots and the founding of Pennsylvania. Legacy of the Yellow Fever epidemic in 1793. Indoor visit, if available.

12:20 PM

Franklin's Grave; End Tour

Final resting place for the famous Founder and his family. Outdoor visit to fire department and statue, birthplace of PA's first college, U.S. Mint. Overview of Franklin's many accomplishments. End tour.

Ending Point

Franklin's grave, Christ Church Cemetery, 5th and Arch Sts.

Want to personalize this tour?

This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.

Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

Guiding Services Only

What‘s not included

Admission to paid sites (optional)

Snacks and drinks

Tour Important Information

A leisurely walking tour of approximately one square mile, with opportunities to rest along the way. Can be modified to suit your needs, interests and time frame. Wheelchair accessible. Child and pet friendly.

I generally avoid working on Sundays for religious reasons, but may be able to accommodate you for an afternoon 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 2024

Nicholas D.

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About Tour Guide Nicholas D.

I am a retired history and government teacher, with two MA degrees in my subject fields and 30 years of teaching experience on the high school and college levels. I have been a certified tour guide since 2016 and have led over 150 tours of Philadelphia since then. My customers find me friendly, funny, highly informative, flexible and fun. I love to answer questions and will modify my tours to suit your needs. You will be happy you booked with me.