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Philadelphia's Lost Waterfront: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

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This self-guided audio tour explores the north-central Philadelphia waterfront, focusing on what remains of this historic locale after the installation of Interstate I-95 in the 1970s, and relating (among other things) how early Quaker settlers lived in caves along the waterfront.

Keep in mind that this area was where wheeling and dealing went on to encourage local, regional and national enterprise. It was where early American capitalists made their fortunes. It was where the individual American colonies were crafted into a nation. And it was also where terrible urban contagions began.

Your guide is historian, writer and tour guide Harry Kyriakodis. He has what is likely the largest private collection of books about the City of Brotherly Love: about 2700 titles, new and old. He's also a founding/certified member of the Association of Philadelphia Tour Guides and has lived at Pier 3 Condominium at Penn’s Landing since 1997.

What's Included

  • VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
  • Lifetime access to this tour in English
  • Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
  • Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour
  • Smartphone and headphones
  • Transportation
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North American Street
Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA

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What To Expect

Christ Church (Pass By)

The tour begins outside Christ Church.
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Penn's Landing (Pass By)

The tour passes Penn's Landing.
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Race Street Pier (Pass By)

The tour passes several piers including the Race Street Pier.
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Benjamin Franklin Bridge (Pass By)

The tour passes under the Benjamin Franklin Bridge.
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Cavanaugh's River Deck (Pass By)

The tour passes Cavanaugh's River Deck.
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Wood Street Steps (Pass By)

The tour passes the Wood Street Steps.
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Elfreth's Alley (Pass By)

The tour takes you down Elfreth's Alley.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Philadelphia’s Lost Waterfront: A Self-Guided Audio Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Philadelphia’s Lost Waterfront: A Self-Guided Audio Tour?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
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Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • VoiceMap App for Android and iOS.
  • Lifetime access to this tour in English.
  • Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start.
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata.
  • Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour.
The following is NOT included:
  • Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.
  • Smartphone and headphones.
  • Transportation.
  • Food and drink.
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The minimum age to participate is 6..

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Accessibility information for the Philadelphia's Lost Waterfront: A Self-Guided Audio Tour is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Philadelphia’s Lost Waterfront: A Self-Guided Audio Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Philadelphia. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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  • VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
  • Lifetime access to this tour in English
  • Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
  • Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour
  • Smartphone and headphones
  • Transportation
  • Food and drink

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

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