Philadelphia
I’ve gathered the history tours that bring the Revolution back to street level, from Independence Hall to the taverns where delegates argued after hours. Nearly everything important sits within one square mile of Old City. Independence Hall itself requires a timed entry ticket most of the year, so plan that piece first.
Discover the birthplace of American democracy with a history tour of Philadelphia. Uncover untold stories and embrace the revolutionary spirit of the Founding Fathers.
Most Popular★ 5.0“It was one the coldest days out and Ted tried his best to find places for the group to go inside. So knowledgeable. Would definitely recommend”
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2,944 reviews2 hours (approx.)From $29.00by Grim Philly Twilight Tours
Discover the secrets of Philadelphia's past on an immersive walking tour. Uncover the city's history, highlights, and revolutionary tales. Join us today!
★ 5.0“Fun way to explore the city! The tour guide PJ was very knowledgeable and fun! If you're going to Philly, check it out!”
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924 reviews2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $45.00by WeVenture
Navigating the birthplace of America, the Constitutional Walking Tour of Philadelphia offers an immersive journey through the nation's iconic landmarks and historical tales.
★ 4.5“John did a great job going over the history and background of the several buildings we saw. It was raining but we had a good time. Extremely knowledgeable and friendly.”
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902 reviews1 hour 15 minutes (approx.)From $30.00by The Constitutional Guided Walking Tour
Wander through Philadelphia's historic streets to uncover the untold secrets of the Revolution and the Founding Fathers, where hidden tales await discovery.
★ 4.6“The tour was very informative. Wendy is an excellent, very knowledgeable and fun guide.”
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450 reviews2 hoursFrom $29by Grim Philly Twilight Tours
Discover the dark secrets buried in Philadelphia's historic cemeteries. Join our spine-chilling history tour and uncover the city's hidden true crime stories.
★ 5.0“Loved the stories! Great guide. After the tour though, the spam to get us to fill out a review is very annoying. In fact it looks like there's a minimum character count, so here are all my thoughts :)”
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416 reviews2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $44.00by Grim Philly Twilight Tours
Explore the historic Valley Forge on a thrilling half-day American Revolution tour. Uncover untold stories and walk in the footsteps of the founding fathers.
“Laura was a very good guide. Shared history on the ride out and some on the return trip. The history surrounding Philadelphia was very interesting.”
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297 reviews4 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $149.00by WeVenture
Weave your way through Philadelphia's historic Old City, uncovering its rich past and vibrant beer culture on the Liberty History Tour Pub Crawl, an engaging experience with a 100% recommendation rate.
★ 5.0“The guides were knowledgeable, and the bars were cozy and pleasant. It was nice getting to know them a bit, along with the other (very nice) people on the tour.”
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294 reviews2 hours 15 minutes (approx.)From $45.00by Philly Crawling
Discover the chilling tales and rich history of Philadelphia's Old City on this spine-tingling Ghost Stories and History Walking Tour. Book now for an unforgettable journey into the paranormal.
“Elle was fantastic! Very engaging in her story telling & it was so fun getting to hear some spooky ghost stories while we were in Philly!”
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276 reviews1 hour (approx.)From $32.00by Philly Ghosts By Us Ghost Adventures
Lurk in the shadows of Philadelphia's past on a mysterious journey that will leave you questioning reality.
★ 4.6“Christa was very informative and entertaining/relatable! I was on the edge of my seat the whole time”
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231 reviews2 hoursFrom $44by Grim Philly Twilight Tours
Fascinating tales of bravery and rebellion await on the 'Philadelphia: History, Highlights & Revolution Walking Tour' - a journey through the city's transformative past.
★ 4.9“The tour was great. Caroline explained things in a very clear and easy way to understand.”
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212 reviewsFrom $41by WeVenture
Yearn to unravel the enigmatic past of Philadelphia's Old City, where mystery and history intertwine in ways that will captivate your imagination.
★ 4.8“Really liked it. Seamus was our guide with quite some humour.”
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208 reviews1.5 hoursFrom $35by Founding Footsteps Tours
Discover the past at the Museum of the American Revolution! Get your admission ticket with an audio guided option and experience history like never before.
★ 4.5“Seeing George Washington’s tent was incredible and emotional! We loved it. We took the guided audio tour!”
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187 reviewsFrom $25.00by Museum of the American Revolution
Journeying through Philadelphia's historic landmarks, the Independence Walking Tour unveils the city's pivotal role in shaping the nation's founding. Explore the birthplace of America.
★ 4.5“Our guide, Neil! He was terrific and so knowledgable. The history he conveyed about each site we visited was amazing.”
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164 reviews1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)From $25.00by Bow Tie Tours
Discover the hidden stories of fierce women who shaped Philadelphia's history in this thrilling and empowering Badass Women's History Walking Tour. Unforgettable experiences await!
★ 5.0“What a wonderful tour! I grew up in Philly and had NO idea about most of the cool amazing women Joey discussed. Easy walk, super interesting, and well worth the time. Looking forward to taking another tour with Beyond the Bell next time we are…”
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97 reviews1 hour 45 minutes (approx.)From $59.00by Beyond the Bell Tours
Nestled in Philadelphia, the Museum of the American Revolution offers a unique and immersive experience that will transport you back in time - find out what sets it apart!
★ 4.8“The museum is done very well. Downtown Philadelphia is extremely dirty Friday- Monday. The number of homeless on the streets and in the parks is so sad!. Philadelphia's mayor needs to step up and clean up the streets of Philadelphia. The museum is clean and…”
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90 reviewsFrom $27by Museum of the American Revolution
America got started in a few walkable Philadelphia blocks; I like covering them on foot with a cheesesteak in hand.