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Beyond the [Liberty] Bell History Walking Tour
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Beyond the [Liberty] Bell History Walking Tour

Calling all curious travelers and nosey locals looking to delve deeper into the city. Are you ready to get into the nitty gritty of our...

2 hours • Free Cancellation
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$59
Philly Gayborhood and LGBTQ History Walking Tour
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Philly Gayborhood and LGBTQ History Walking Tour

Calling all LGBTQ travelers, gaggle of local gays and their friends alike! Get your facts straight and your history GAY on this specialty tour of...

1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$59
Reading Terminal Market OFFICIAL Tour
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Reading Terminal Market OFFICIAL Tour

The Reading Terminal Market is a must-see for anyone in Philadelphia. Designed for locals, visitors, students, and fans of the Market, join us as we...

45 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$34
Philadelphia Murder Mystery: Ben Franklin Detective Game
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Philadelphia Murder Mystery: Ben Franklin Detective Game

Step into colonial Philadelphia and uncover a Founding Father with blood on his hands. A murder has rocked the 18th century—and only you can crack...

1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$6
Independence Mall (Entrance to 2 Historic Sites) 2.5 Hour Walking
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Independence Mall (Entrance to 2 Historic Sites) 2.5 Hour Walking

Join us for a captivating exploration of the landmarks that shaped the nation. Whether you're deeply passionate about history or simply curious about America's past,...

2 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.8 (25)
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$39
Historic Philly for Kids Ages 5 to 12
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Historic Philly for Kids Ages 5 to 12

The only tour of its kind! This 1.5 hour walking tour makes revolutionary Philadelphia come alive for children ages 5 through 12. Huzzah! Children must...

1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$25
Private 2-hour Founding Fathers Tour of Philadelphia
4.6 (24)

Private 2-hour Founding Fathers Tour of Philadelphia

Explore the Birthplace of the United States of America and the iconic Stars & Stripes flag. The city of Philadelphia boasts monuments to some of...

2 hours • Free Cancellation
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$45
Philadelphia 1-Hour Evening Electric Cart Tour
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Philadelphia 1-Hour Evening Electric Cart Tour

An express tour through Philly, perfect if you are short on time! Your evening Philly sightseeing tour begins in bustling Center City, just outside of...

1 hour • Free Cancellation
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$59
Seamus Walks Old City Philadelphia
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Seamus Walks Old City Philadelphia

Tours currently run Friday- Sunday Discover Philadelphia’s vibrant history with a local comedian and guide on this engaging 90-minute walking tour through Old City. Explore...

1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$35
Private Full Day Philadelphia Driving Tour with Special Inclusion
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Private Full Day Philadelphia Driving Tour with Special Inclusion

Experience the sights of Philadelphia with your own personal guide in a comfortable, private minivan (up to 6 people). From river to river, see historic...

8 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
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$975
Small-Group Alexander Hamilton Public Walking Tour in Philadelphia
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Likely to Sell Out
4.9 (15)

Small-Group Alexander Hamilton Public Walking Tour in Philadelphia

Starting at the President's House, we will discuss the life and times of Alexander Hamilton. We will pass by Independence Hall, the Second Bank of...

2 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.9 (15)
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$45
Philadelphia Movie and Television Sites Private Walking Tour
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Philadelphia Movie and Television Sites Private Walking Tour

Philadelphia has served as the backdrop for some of your favorite movies and television shows—and there’s no better way to see these famous locations than...

2 hours • Free Cancellation
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$70
Small-Group Discovering Colonial Philadelphia Public Walking Tour
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Small-Group Discovering Colonial Philadelphia Public Walking Tour

We will visit a number of notable properties during the Discovering Colonial Philadelphia Public Walking Tour. We will see buildings that go back almost to...

2 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$40
Explore Philly's Highlights on a Private 4h Walking Tour
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Explore Philly's Highlights on a Private 4h Walking Tour

Discover Philadelphia, one of America's oldest cities, which played a significant role in American history, from the signing of the Declaration of Independence to the...

3 hours • Free Cancellation
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$55
Early Entry: Museum of the American Revolution Admission & 1-Hour Guided Tour
4.4 (22)

Early Entry: Museum of the American Revolution Admission & 1-Hour Guided Tour

The American Revolution was dramatic, gritty, and full of uncertainty- an era of unparalleled political and social upheaval, even by today’s standards. This 60-minute guided...

1 hour • Free Cancellation
4.4 (22)
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$60
Rockstars of the Revolution: American Founders and Patriots Tour
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Likely to Sell Out
5.0 (2)

Rockstars of the Revolution: American Founders and Patriots Tour

Come on to our historical tour of Philadelphia with our Rockstars of the Revolution Tour! Within a few blocks in Philadelphia, the idea of a...

2 hours • Free Cancellation
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$26
Private 4h Driving Tour Exploring The Best of Philadelphia
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Private 4h Driving Tour Exploring The Best of Philadelphia

Enjoy a private tour of Philadelphia’s highlights, where you will explore the best of the city of Brotherly Love with your professional guide by car,...

4 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.7 (9)
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$175
Private Philadelphia French/English Historical and Architectural Walking Tour
5.0 (21)

Private Philadelphia French/English Historical and Architectural Walking Tour

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...

2 to 4 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
5.0 (21)
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$450
Ghosts of Old City Philadelphia
5.0 (20)

Ghosts of Old City Philadelphia

Ghosts! This evening walking tour is filled with tales of the lost souls who haunt Old City. Hear about yellow fever, gun duels, horrible injuries,...

2 hours • Free Cancellation
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$35
Highlights of East Passyunk Food Tour
4.9 (9)

Highlights of East Passyunk Food Tour

This fascinating walking tour explores the incredibly popular neighborhood in South Philly that's booming with cutting-edge shops and ambitious restaurants that would rather set trends...

2 hours
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$105

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Fantastic Walking Tour!
New York City
Private Philadelphia French/English Historical and Architectural Walking Tour
Odyssey663633, Sep 2026
Fantastic Walking Tour!
Patrick is very knowledgeable, and he has very positive energy. We enjoyed the walking tour and learned a lot! Highly recommend a tour with Patrick!
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Fantastic Tour
New York City
Ghosts of Old City Philadelphia
MaryKay_H, Sep 2026
Fantastic Tour
This was an absolutely fantastic tour. Malcom kept us captivated with his tales of time gone by. His story telling made you feel like you were walking beside the characters in the stories. It was around two hours long but I could have listened all night to the stories. It was well worth the price of the tickets. You will not be disappointed.
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The Highlight of Our Philly Trip – Wendy is Amazing!
New York City
Historic Philly for Kids Ages 5 to 12
danamT4899FR, Sep 2026
The Highlight of Our Philly Trip – Wendy is Amazing!
We were hoping for a tour that would keep our kids interested, but this exceeded all our expectations! Wendy was an phenomenal tour guide. She tailored the experience brilliantly to the kids' level, keeping them involved, asking great questions, and making the history fun rather than overwhelming. It was the perfect blend of educational and entertaining for the whole family. Thank you, Wendy, for making our time in Philly so special!
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Walking tour
New York City
Historic Philly for Kids Ages 5 to 12
P3535DNpamelae, Sep 2026
Walking tour
Wendy was great! Very informative and good for kids.
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Fantastic Tour of Philadelphia
New York City
Ghosts of Old City Philadelphia
184marykayh, Sep 2026
Fantastic Tour of Philadelphia
This was the best tour that I’ve ever taken. We learned so much about our nation’s history. It was fascinating. Malcom had us on the edge of our seats while he told us about the stories of days gone by. The price of the tour could have easily been doubled. It was truly that good. The length of the tour was perfect, even though we could have listened to the stories all night. We highly recommend this tour. You will not be disappointed.
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Go Hungry! You Won't Be Disappointed.
New York City
Reading Terminal Market OFFICIAL Tour
Susan_D, Sep 2026
Go Hungry! You Won't Be Disappointed.
I was so impressed by the Reading Terminal Market. My husband and I were the only ones on the tour so it was almost like a private tour. I was happy it was not cancelled due to nobody else booking it. Matt was so good. Very informative and very friendly. Very impressive market.
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Excellent experience of the background history.
New York City
Beyond the [Liberty] Bell History Walking Tour
davidfR852MM, Sep 2026
Excellent experience of the background history.
My guide was excellent. He did a great job of making it feel real. He was very knowledgeable.
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It’s our first Cool Philadelphia...
New York City
Beyond the [Liberty] Bell History Walking Tour
Fanyu_S, Sep 2026
It’s our first Cool Philadelphia...
It’s our first Cool Philadelphia experience. Rebecca is a very nice lady. She brought us to several interesting spots we’ve never been to when we were in Philly before. She talked a lot about the city’s history and introduced historical figures. We had fun during this walking tour.
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100% Recommend
New York City
Seamus Walks Old City Philadelphia
920niaa, Sep 2026
100% Recommend
Seamus=amazing! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ⭐️
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Great tour to discover all the historic secrets of philly
New York City
Explore Philly’s Highlights on a Private 4h Walking Tour
Theyalestudy_2, Sep 2026
Great tour to discover all the historic secrets of philly
Choose Keshler to have a great tour around historic Philadelphia, he will show you all the secrets of this great city
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Philadelphia told with passion: an unforgettable tour with Patrick!
New York City
Private Philadelphia French/English Historical and Architectural Walking Tour
Sightsee39866645525, Sep 2026
Philadelphia told with passion: an unforgettable tour with Patrick!
An excellent discovery of Philadelphia with Patrick!We had a great time in Patrick's company and really enjoyed discovering Philadelphia by his side. The tour was as interesting as it was exciting, thanks to his in-depth knowledge, his numerous explanations, and all the anecdotes he shared with us.Patrick is a friendly, available, and attentive guide, with whom conversations are very pleasant. If we return to Philadelphia, we will call on him again with great pleasure. We would also be delighted to discover other places with him, notably the Amish village he told us about.We highly recommend Patrick to anyone wishing to discover Philadelphia in a friendly, enriching, and authentic atmosphere. A big thank you to him again!An excellent tour of Philadelphia with Patrick!We had a wonderful time with Patrick and truly enjoyed discovering Philadelphia with him. The tour was fascinating and very informative, thanks to his extensive knowledge, detailed explanations, and the many interesting stories he shared with us.Patrick is friendly, attentive, and passionate, and our conversations with him were particularly enjoyable. If we return to Philadelphia, we would be delighted to book another tour with him. We would also love to discover other places with Patrick, especially the Amish countryside he told us about.We highly recommend Patrick to anyone wishing to explore Philadelphia in a friendly, informative, and authentic way. Thank you again, Patrick, for this wonderful experience!
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Very knowledgeable tour...
New York City
Seamus Walks Old City Philadelphia
Thomas_M, Aug 2026
Very knowledgeable tour...
Very knowledgeable tour guide. Great experience, way better than a self guided tour and very reasonable priced. Highly recommend.
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It was great. Our guide...
New York City
Explore Philly’s Highlights on a Private 4h Walking Tour
John_G, Aug 2026
It was great. Our guide...
It was great. Our guide Maria was wonderful. She explained everything very well and made excellent recommendations for other things to see.
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Great tour for Musical and History fans
New York City
Small-Group Alexander Hamilton Public Walking Tour in Philadelphia
sdtn1, Aug 2026
Great tour for Musical and History fans
My family, including 12 and 11 year old girls enjoyed this tour. The guide was super. He was enthusiastic and knowledgeable about Hamilton the musical, history, architecture, and Philadelphia. He incorporated singing songs from the musical with the relative points of history and locations making it a unique experience. He asked for input on what we were interested in and found shade and places to sit whenever possible. We all enjoyed it and would highly recommend.
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Great experience for Hamilton fans who want lo learn more about the history
New York City
Small-Group Alexander Hamilton Public Walking Tour in Philadelphia
Kevin_S, Aug 2026
Great experience for Hamilton fans who want lo learn more about the history
I booked this experience for my husband, 11 year old, 12 year old, and myself. We all love the musical. It was fun to hear the true story that inspired the musical and learn which parts were true and which parts weren’t. Our guide was enthusiastic and knowledgable. He even sings the songs as he takes you through the history.
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Great Introductory Tour of the Market!
New York City
Reading Terminal Market OFFICIAL Tour
Melinda_P, Jul 2026
Great Introductory Tour of the Market!
Great tour with Matt. This tour helps you overcome the overwhelming feeling you get when you walk in the door. Now can easily explore the market by ourselves.
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