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Poor Richard-The Life and Times of Benjamin Franklin Private Tour

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Overview

This is an in-depth tour through the extraordinary life and times of Benjamin Franklin. We learn about his life, his loves, and his alter-ego, Richard Saunders, Poor Richard.
We discover how during these turbulent times than Benjamin Franklin was front and center and how he shaped America from 13 disparate colonies into the cohesive United States, participating in conferences on the French and Indian War, the 2nd Continental Congress, and the Constitutional Convention.
No other man in history signed the four major documents of this period and we will learn about Franklin's role in each of them.

What's Included

  • Live tour guide
  • Bottled water No food or drinks provided
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Meeting Location

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Elfreth's Alley
Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

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North 5th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA

Corner of 5th and Arch Streets

What To Expect

Elfreth's Alley

Learn about the founding of the colony and city and Ben Franklin's early life
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40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Christ Church

Learn about some of the Founding Father's that knew and worked with Franklin
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Franklin Court

A more detailed description of Franklin's life and the times he lived in between 1730 and 1785
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40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

American Philosophical Society Museum (Pass By)

Learn a bit about Franklin at the Privy Council in early 1774
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Independence Hall

Discover Franklin's role at the 2nd Continental Congress, his editing of the Declaration of the United States, and his participation in the Philadelphia Convention of 1787 and the creation of the Constitution.
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35 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Benjamin Franklin's Grave

We end at the final resting place of Dr. Franklin
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Poor Richard-The Life and Times of Benjamin Franklin Private 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 Poor Richard-The Life and Times of Benjamin Franklin Private 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:
  • Live tour guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Bottled water. No food or drinks provided.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
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This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..

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Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Poor Richard-The Life and Times of Benjamin Franklin Private Tour is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Poor Richard-The Life and Times of Benjamin Franklin Private 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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  • Live tour guide
  • Bottled waterNo food or drinks provided

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
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