Tour overview
Morning Walking Tour of Historic Old City Philadelphia
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Beat the heat and beat the crowds. Old City Philadelphia at 8:30 in the morning is a different city. Enjoy quiet cobblestone streets, fewer tourists, and the landmarks almost entirely to yourself. This two-hour walk covers the full breadth of the American Revolution in Philadelphia, led by a certified Philadelphia tour guide and historian. Suitable for all ages.
What You’ll See
- Independence Visitors Center — Gather outside the main steps of the Visitors Center at 599 Market Street and check in with your guide 15 minutes before the tour.
- The President's House — Presidents George Washington and John Adams both lived here when Philadelphia was the capital of the United States. Originally a privately-owned mansion (c. 1767).
- Liberty Bell Center — An iconic symbol of American freedom. View this historic bell from the outside and hear about its long history.
- Congress Hall — Congress Hall (c. 1789) served as the very first United States Capitol, where the federal government convened from 1790 to 1800.
- Independence Hall — The United States was born here. The U.S. Constitution was created here. Independence Hall (c. 1733) was the Pennsylvania State House for more than forty years before America separated from Britain.
- First U.S. Supreme Court & Old City Hall — The newly formed United States Supreme Court convened here when Philadelphia was the temporary capital of the nation.
- American Philosophical Society — A carved figure of Benjamin Franklin occupies the center façade of this building, a fitting tribute to the man who founded the oldest learning society in the U.S.
- Commodore John Barry Statue — Learn about the Father of the U.S. Navy and his extraordinary exploits at sea during the American Revolution.
- The Second Bank of the United States — A fine example of Greek Revival architecture (c. 1824) — once a financial hub for the nation.
- Robert Morris Statue — Admire the forgotten Founding Father. Robert Morris: patriot, statesman, financier, and leader of the Revolution. Today barely anyone knows who he was.
- Carpenters' Hall — The site of the First Continental Congress and the colonies' first step toward independence. Delegates from twelve colonies gathered here in 1774.
Tour Details
| Schedule | Daily at 8:30 AM (except Sundays — see Sensory-Friendly tour on Sundays) |
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| Duration | 2 hours |
| Price | Adults (14+) $25 · Kids (5–13) $15 · Infants free |
| Ages | All ages |
| Group Size | Maximum 25 participants |
| Meeting Point | Independence Visitor Center, 599 Market St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA. We meet at the Independence Visitor Center, OUTSIDE the South Door on Market street. Please do not wait inside the Visitor Center. |
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