Philadelphia and the History of Money, Banks, & the Constitution
Overview
Why is everything so expensive? How did we go from using gold coins in the 17th century to using paper money today? How did our founding fathers think about setting up the young nation's monetary system? This tour aims to be both educational and entertaining and will cover the historical significance of sites such as the Museum of the American Revolution, the 1st Bank of the United States, the 2nd bank of the United States, The US Mint, Independence Hall, and the Benjamin Franklin's grave. Tour guide is a Philadelphian with a passion for history, the founding fathers of our Republic, and the current state of inflation and financial conditions today.
What's Included
- An Edu-tainment experience where you gain insight into how our Founding Fathers created our money
- Experience the Philadelphia historical sites with an angle on the history of money in the US
- We will just visit the exterior of the historical sites and will not enter
Meeting Location
129 Sansom Walk
Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
525 Arch Street
Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
Tour Ends near entrances to Liberty Bell and the National Constitution Center
What To Expect
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Museum of the American Revolution
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
First Bank of the United States
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Second Bank of the United States
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
National Constitution Center
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Carpenters' Hall
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Merchants Exchange Building
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 36 travelers
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Activity code: C-5562786P1
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