Historic Sites of Philadelphia Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour

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60 to 90 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Explore Philadelphia's Old Town on our music infused, British narrated and top notch technology guided tour. The top notch production quality will elevate the experience offering an ambiance of the revolution. Don't miss out on this experience.

Now a rebel is defined as “a person who rises in opposition or armed resistance against an established government or ruler.” You will discover the sites of the American Revolutionary Rebels that fought the British Empire. The most powerful empire in the world.

And won.

You’ll see Ben Franklin’s grave, independence hall, the Betsy ross house, the restaurant the founding fathers feasted, Alexander Hamilton’s home, the Liberty Bell, Carpenters Hall, the First Bank of the United States, the oldest alley in Philadelphia and more.

You’ll hear the tales of the American Rebels Benjamin Franklin, George Washington, Alexander Hamilton, Haym Solomon, Betsy Ross, John Hancock and other well-known rebels that founded this great nation.

What's Included

  • You will learn unique stories of the Revolutionary War, like G. Washington's nick name "Town Killer"
  • You'll see the sites where the founding fathers started the USA
  • You'll see the most historic spots in the USA, Independence Hall, Carpenters Hall and many more!
  • No Food or drinks.
  • No Entrance tickets, it is all outside. But optionally you can go in, many sites are free.
  • No Human Guide, it's a solo tour navigated by the WalknTours app.
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

126 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.

End point

South 2nd Street
Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA

The tour ends at the old City tavern, the spot the founding fathers often met to drink and eat.

What To Expect

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Elfreth's Alley

Elfreth's Alley is named after Jeremiah Elfreth, an 18th-century blacksmith.Our tour starts here to give you a glimpse of what the city looked like during the American revolution. While much of Philadelphia has changed, this alleyway has remained the same, and today it’s designated a National Historic Landmark.From this spot you'll press start tour and put your phone in your pocket. From there our WalknTours patented technology will guide you through the streets. If you feel you are off track just check the arrow in the WalknTours app and it will point you in the direction of the next stop.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Betsy Ross House (pass by)

We will stop outside the Betsy Ross house and hear the story of how Betsy Ross met with George Washington and designed the American flag. It's pretty amazing! And the music is great.
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Benjamin Franklin's Grave

We will stop at Benjamin Franklin's grave and discover his story of how he played a pivotal role in the revolution partnering with French. This guy was electric!
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Kahal Kadosh Mikveh Israel (pass by)

We will stop outside of the Synagogue known as the "Synagogue of the Revolution" and learn the story of Haym Solomon, the financier of the Revolution. Fun story, and great music!
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The President's House

The first president's house! This is where George Washington lived. George Washington had many nicknames, one of those was "Town Killer", I bet you won't learn that on the other tours! Learn the secrets of the rebels on our tour, the Rebels of the Revolution on WalknTours.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Liberty Bell Center

This bell has been around a long time. During the Revolution it was hid in Allentown. And it became a symbol of liberty AFTER the revolution. See the bell, for free!
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Independence Hall

Its name Independence Hall came from the French general the Marquis de Lafayette. When he visited the state house he called it the “Hall of Independence.” This was the house of the rebels, In its halls the founding fathers debated and adopted the declaration of independence and the United States constitution. If you want to go in you'll have to book a ticket. Our tour only goes outside.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Signer's Garden

The statue in the center is the signer statue and recognizes the spirit and the risks the rebels of the American colonies took when they signed the declaration of independence.The statue is of George Clymer, a local merchant and politician.There are many rebels you'll learn about on this tour! And they are epppiiiicccc!
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Carpenters' Hall

Carpenters’ hall was built for and still owned by the Carpenters company of Philadelphia, the country’s oldest craft guild.And it’s known as the “Birthplace of Liberty”And it's free! We will stop here and hear the story of when the Rebels met here and boycotted the British. And Quebec almost became one of the original colonies! Amazing! Crazy! You won't learn that on other tours. Learn more here!
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First Bank of the United States (pass by)

Alexander Hamilton! The First Bank of the United States was the cornerstone of Hamilton's fiscal policy operating from 1791 to 1811.It was Hamilton’s idea that a national bank was vital to stabilize and improve the nation's credit, and to improve handling of the financial business of the government under the newly enacted Constitution.See Hamilton's old stomping grounds and learn his story on our tour!
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Site Marker of Alexander Hamilton's Former Home (pass by)

See where Hamilton once lived! And of interesting note, it was in this house that the scandalous affair with Maria Reynolds occurred, that ended his career.
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City Tavern (Museum) (pass by)

This is the spot the founding fathers feasted. And where this rebel tour end.
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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

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Historic Sites of Philadelphia Self-Guided Walking 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 (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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What's Included

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  • You will learn unique stories of the Revolutionary War, like G. Washington's nick name "Town Killer"
  • You'll see the sites where the founding fathers started the USA
  • You'll see the most historic spots in the USA, Independence Hall, Carpenters Hall and many more!
  • Rebels of the Revolution Solo Walking Tour on the WalknTours app
  • You'll learn the story of the Rebels of the Revolution, B. Franklin, G. Washington, Hamilton and....
  • Go at your own pace and schedule. This is all on our WalknTours app.
  • Our Patented Technology is the most advanced Walking Tour Tech available. It's Patented
  • No Food or drinks.
  • No Entrance tickets, it is all outside. But optionally you can go in, many sites are free.
  • No Human Guide, it's a solo tour navigated by the WalknTours app.

Additional Info

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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

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