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Private Philadelphia French/English Historical and Architectural Walking Tour

8 Reviews 5.00 out of 5 stars Based on 8 reviews collected by Cool Philadelphia and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | Philadelphia, USA

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2 to 4 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Overview

This private and customizable tour (length/price, interests) for all ages is a great introduction and overview to Philadelphia’s history and culture.

• We highlight iconic and historical sites such as Independence Hall and the
Liberty Bell as well as picturesque streets and alleys in residential
neighborhoods
• We discuss a huge array of buildings from the Colonial to the Victorian eras,
plus American skyscrapers and modernist buildings.
• You will some of the city’s 4000 murals (street art) – the most of any city in the
world, the largest municipal building in the world and the colorful Reading
Terminal Market, home to several Amish businesses. It is the perfect place
for a meal or a snack (not included).

A hotel pick up and drop-off, if your hotel is located in the city center, can also be scheduled.

What's Included

  • Private and customisable tour
  • Snacks, Tips
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Meeting and Pickup

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We can meet up at your hotel or your rental if it is conveniently located in the relation to the itinerary otherwise we'll define a precise and easy meeting point.

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Market Street
Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA

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

End point

John F Kennedy Boulevard
Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA

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

What To Expect

Independence National Historical Park

Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, site of George Washington House and depending of type of the thematic of tours Washington Square, Carpenters Hall, 1st and 2nd banks etc...
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Society Hill

One of Philadelphia most historical and picturesque residential neighborhood, an incredible array of colonial and federal houses bordering charming streets and walkways.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Washington Square

Discover this vibrant and residential neighborhood, an open book of architectural style and home to some of Philadelphia best murals
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

City Hall Visitor Center

Discover the geographic heart of Philadelphia, the overwhelming size and style of City Hall and the early skyscrapers of the city and a collection of exquisite 20th century buildings (PSFS, Girard Trust Company, Wannamaker Department Store, Reading Terminal Train station...)
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Reading Terminal Market

One of America's most vibrant and colorful indoor markets in business since 1893. More than 80 merchants occupy the ground floor of the old train station above. The Market has an important Amish section, where products and specialities from Lancaster County are sold
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Macy's Philadelphia

Called Wannamaker, it is America's 2nd oldest department store, on the National Registry of Historical places. A unique building famous for its organ, the largest operating organ in the world.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Philadelphia French/English Historical and Architectural Walking 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 (EDT). 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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Activity code: C-238335P1

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What's Included

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  • Private and customisable tour
  • Snacks, Tips

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • 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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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 (EDT).

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