Philadelphia's Forgotten Dead
Offbeat Philly
Philadelphia is filled with the resting places of its deceased inhabitants. Since the city's founding in 1682, the living have built streets, subways, buildings, and parking lots over long forgotten grave sites. As a result, unexpected encounters often occur when digging in the city. Embark on an eerie and enlightening journey through the forgotten graves of Old City Philadelphia. This experience promises to unveil surprising stories and may encourage you to reconsider where you tread.
Departure Point
- We will meet in Washington Square Park by the Tomb of the Unknown Flags.
Duration
2 hours
Languages Available
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Washington Square
Walnut Street between Sixth and Seventh Streets, , Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
We begin at Washington Square, its beauty belying its original purpose as a potter's field.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Independence Mall
, , Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Before the area around Independence Hall became the tourist-friendly area it is today, it was a neighborhood with a long history of forgotten burials.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: National Constitution Center
525 Arch St, Independence Mall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
While building the museum, archeologists found tons of expected, and unexpected, items. We will be outside the museum, exploring where the archeologists searched.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Franklin Square
200 N 6th St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Franklin Square was always a place meant for the public but that didn't stop some communities from burning their dead here, and abandoning them.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Betsy Ross House
239 Arch St, , Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
While the Betsy Ross house has plenty of interesting burial stories, the main attraction is across the street, under an unassuming condo building.
Duration: 15 minutes
Additional Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Guiding Services
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
The tour identified in this promotion is made available through Viator. Groupon is not affiliated with or sponsored by the Offbeat Philly in connection with this deal. Please contact Groupon customer service for all inquiries related to this offer. Inquiries placed to Viator will be directed back to Groupon.
This offer is not eligible for promo codes.
Philadelphia is filled with the resting places of its deceased inhabitants. Since the city's founding in 1682, the living have built streets, subways, buildings, and parking lots over long forgotten grave sites. As a result, unexpected encounters often occur when digging in the city. Embark on an eerie and enlightening journey through the forgotten graves of Old City Philadelphia. This experience promises to unveil surprising stories and may encourage you to reconsider where you tread.
Departure Point
- We will meet in Washington Square Park by the Tomb of the Unknown Flags.
Duration
2 hours
Languages Available
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Washington Square
Walnut Street between Sixth and Seventh Streets, , Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
We begin at Washington Square, its beauty belying its original purpose as a potter's field.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Independence Mall
, , Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Before the area around Independence Hall became the tourist-friendly area it is today, it was a neighborhood with a long history of forgotten burials.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: National Constitution Center
525 Arch St, Independence Mall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
While building the museum, archeologists found tons of expected, and unexpected, items. We will be outside the museum, exploring where the archeologists searched.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Franklin Square
200 N 6th St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Franklin Square was always a place meant for the public but that didn't stop some communities from burning their dead here, and abandoning them.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Betsy Ross House
239 Arch St, , Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
While the Betsy Ross house has plenty of interesting burial stories, the main attraction is across the street, under an unassuming condo building.
Duration: 15 minutes
Additional Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Guiding Services
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
The tour identified in this promotion is made available through Viator. Groupon is not affiliated with or sponsored by the Offbeat Philly in connection with this deal. Please contact Groupon customer service for all inquiries related to this offer. Inquiries placed to Viator will be directed back to Groupon.
This offer is not eligible for promo codes.
Need To Know Info
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