Philadelphia Historical Independence Walking Tour

Bow Tie Tours
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Zosia_T
36 days ago
Tour guide was great and very knowledgeable. Was happy to tailor the tour to our requests, but we didn’t have any! Group size was only 6, which worked well. A great way to get some understanding of the history of the city. Unfortunately some sites were inaccessible, due to the government shutdown at this time, but our guide had crafted a tour to combat this so we still had plenty to see!

Explore the birthplace of American democracy on this guided, 75-minute tour through the streets of historic Philadelphia. Discover the popular historical attractions and landmarks in the 'City of Brotherly Love,' places like Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell, the Betsy Ross House, and many more. Walk in the footsteps of our Founding Fathers, see where they lived and worked, and learn from a passionate teacher/guide about the history of this great city. For last minute bookings, you may purchase tickets at the Independence Visitor's Center welcome desk. Information on private tours can be found

Departure Point

  • The tour departs from the Independence Visitor Center on Market Street between 5th and 6th. Meet your guide at the Visitor Center information desk.
Return Details
  • The tour departs from the Independence Visitor Center on Market Street between 5th and 6th. Meet your guide at the Visitor Center information desk.
Duration1 hour and 30 minutesLanguages Available
  • Human tour guide - English

Points of Interest

Stop At: Independence Hall520 Chestnut Street, Between 5th and 6th Streets, Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaIndependence Hall is the most important historical building in the country, and your guide will tell you why! (Clue - Independence and Constitution!) You will also learn about the Father of the Constitution, as well as the process of peaceful transfer of power.Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Franklin Court314 Market St # 322, , Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaSee the spot where Benjamin Franklin's house was.Duration: 5 minutesStop At: Carpenters' Hall320 Chestnut St, , Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaLearn about Carpenters' Hall and the First Continental Congress.Duration: 5 minutesStop At: Congress Hall6th & Chestnut Streets, , Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaLearn about the first peaceful transfer of power.Duration: 5 minutesStop At: The President's House6th and Market Streets, , Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaSee the spot where George Washington lived during his years as president, and learn other fun facts about "the president's house."Duration: 5 minutesStop At: Bow Tie Tours599 Market St, Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaBow Tie Tours is the pre-eminent, award winning Philadelphia tour company which brings history to life!Duration: 2 hours

Additional Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Inclusions
  • Local guide
Voucher InfoMobile or paper ticket accepted

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Zosia_T
Tour guide was great and very knowledgeable. Was happy to tailor the tour to our requests, but we didn’t have any! Group size was only 6, which worked well. A great way to get some understanding of the history of the city. Unfortunately some sites were inaccessible, due to the government shutdown at this time, but our guide had crafted a tour to combat this so we still had plenty to see!
Emmanuele_M
Interesting tour that goes beyond the site of independence We discovered places we would not have visited alone! Useful for understanding the history and culture of the current city
W5195UBianm
Late starting and got a little confusing. Good content during the tour which ended up being a private tour. Delivery and engagement was not as good as we normally experience on these type of tours.
Departure36911999825
Andrew was very knowledgeable and friendly. We had our 21 month old with us, and Andrew patiently adapted the tour speed to accommodate some ‘toddler exploration’ of the squares and green spaces surrounding Independence Hall. Thank you!
D7316URpilarg
Great experience!!! Very interesting. Thank you very much. When speacking he adapted to our speed as foreigners. I would di it again

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