Revolutionary Philly for People with Sensory Issues Special Needs

Departure Point

• We meet OUTSIDE the south door of the Visitors Center near the steps. This is the door closest to the Liberty Bell Center at Market/Sixth street. Please do not wait inside.

Duration2 hoursLanguages Available

• Human tour guide - English

Points of Interest

Stop At: The President's House6th and Market Streets, , Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaPresidents George Washington and John Adams both lived here when Philadelphia was Capitol of the United States. Originally a privately-owned mansion, c. 1767, hear about the Pennsylvania “royalty” who lived here, the invasion of Philadelphia, and the site’s treasonous activity.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Liberty Bell Center526 Market Street, Between Market and Chestnut Streets, Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAn iconic symbol of American freedom. View this historic bell from the outside and hear about its 274-year history. “Proclaim liberty throughout all the land unto all the inhabitants thereof!”Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Congress Hall6th & Chestnut Streets, , Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaCongress Hall, c. 1789, served as the very first United States Capitol. This was where the federal government of the United States convened from 1790-1800.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Independence Hall520 Chestnut Street, Between 5th and 6th Streets, Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaThe United States was born here! The U.S. Constitution was created here! Huzzah! Independence Hall, c. 1733, was the Pennsylvania State House for more than forty years before America separated from Britain in 1776. If only the walls could talk.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Old City HallIndependence Mall, , Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaThe newly formed United State supreme court convened here when Philadelphia was the temporary capitol of the nation. President George Washington chose the first justices. This building, formerly City Hall, c. 1790, witnessed the best legal minds in the new country, including Alexander Hamilton.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: American Philosophical Society Museum104 S 5th St, Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaThis museum is located in Philosophical Hall, c. 1789. Exhibits change annually. Ben Franklin founded the APS in 1743 for the purpose of “promoting useful knowledge.”Duration: Not AvailableStop At: American Philosophical Society104 South 5th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106A carved figure of Benjamin Franklin occupies the center façade of this building—a fitting tribute to the man who founded the oldest learning society in the U.S. This extraordinary library is home to a world-renowned collection. Reconstructed 1959.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Commodore Barry StatueIndependence Mall, , Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaLearn about the Father of the U.S. Navy and his amazing exploits at sea during the American Revolution.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Second Bank of the United StatesChestnut Street, 4th and 5th Streets, Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaThe Second Bank of the United States, c. 1824, is a fine example of Greek Revival architecture. This building was once a financial hub for the nation.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Robert Morris StatueSouth 5th Street, South 4th Street, Walnut Street and Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAdmire the forgotten founding father. Robert Morris: patriot, statesman, financier and leader in the American Revolution. Yet he’s barely known today. From greatness to obscurity: What happened to him?Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Carpenters' Hall320 Chestnut St, , Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaThe site of the First Continental Congress, the colonies’ first step towards independence. Delegates from twelve colonies gathered here in 1774 to address their problems with Britain.Duration: Not Available

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
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Inclusions

• Walking tour with an APT-certified guide

Exclusions

• Site interiors, weather guarantee, gratuity for the guide

Redemption InstructionsPlease check in with Guide before the start of the Tour.Voucher InfoMobile or paper ticket accepted

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