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The Constitutional Walking Tour of Philadelphia

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Philadelphia, USA

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1 hour 15 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English

Overview

The Constitutional Walking Tour of Philadelphia takes you on a walking journey through America's Most Historic Area - the birthplace of America's nation. Step back in time to see where The Declaration of Independence and The United States Constitution were created. This 75-minute outdoor walking adventure includes more than 20 historic sites in the Independence National Historical Park, including the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall. The tour is a primary overview on an outdoor walking journey.

What's Included

  • See where The Declaration of Independence and The United States Constitution were created
  • Tour operates in rain or shine
  • 75-minute Constitutional Walking Tour
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks
  • Admission to historic sites (often visitors will tour the sites after the tour - fees vary by site)
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Arch 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

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

National Constitution Center

Meeting point and tour intro
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3 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The President's House

This open-air President’s House commemorates the predecessor the White House where President George Washington and President John Adams lived while they were in office, while Philadelphia was the Capital City of the United States from 1790-1800.
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2 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Declaration House (Graff House)

Declaration House, or Graff House as it is also referred to, is on the site where Thomas Jefferson lived when he wrote The Declaration of Independence.
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2 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Liberty Bell Center

The quintessential icon of American Freedom
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2 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Independence Hall

Independence Hall, the birthplace of America, was built in 1732 as the Pennsylvania State House.
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3 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Congress Hall

Constructed between 1787 and 1789 as the Philadelphia County Court House, Congress Hall served as the United States Capitol, the meeting place of the United States Congress, from 1790 to 1800
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2 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Old City Hall

The former home to the U.S. Supreme Court
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2 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Signer

You will see the statue called The Signer, inspired by George Clymer.
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2 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

American Philosophical Society Museum

Oldest scholarly society in the U.S.
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2 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Library Hall

The nation’s first public library and the former Library of Congress
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2 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Second Bank of the United States

One of the most influential financial institutions in the world, now a portrait gallery
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3 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Carpenters' Hall

The birthplace of the American Identity
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3 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

New Hall Military Museum

Interpreting the role of the military in early U.S. history
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2 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

First Bank of the United States

Sparked the first great Constitutional debate
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3 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Franklin Court

Ben Franklin’s home and the only Colonial-themed Post Office
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Christ Church

An active parish since 1695, often called the “Nation’s Church”
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2 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Betsy Ross House

Where Betsy Ross sewed the first Stars and Stripes
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3 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Arch Street Meeting House

Home to the Society of Friends
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2 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Christ Church Burial Ground

The final resting place of Benjamin Franklin
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3 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Tours are all weather events and operate rain or shine
  • Tour Meeting Location National Constitution Center 525 Arch Street Philadelphia, PA 19106 (Note: Directly outside main entrance by 3 large stone benches) Check in 15 minutes before the tour.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the The Constitutional Walking Tour of Philadelphia?

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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Average 4.76 out of 5 stars based on 883 traveler reviews collected by Cool Philadelphia and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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What's Included

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  • See where The Declaration of Independence and The United States Constitution were created
  • Tour operates in rain or shine
  • 75-minute Constitutional Walking Tour
  • A walking journey through America's Most Historic Area - the birthplace of America's nation
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks
  • Admission to historic sites (often visitors will tour the sites after the tour - fees vary by site)

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Tours are all weather events and operate rain or shine
  • Tour Meeting Location National Constitution Center 525 Arch Street Philadelphia, PA 19106 (Note: Directly outside main entrance by 3 large stone benches) Check in 15 minutes before the tour.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers

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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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