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Seamus Walks Old City Philadelphia

By Seamus Walks
Free cancellation available
The previous price was Rp623.140 and current price is Rp498.512 per adult
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 1h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

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 iconic sites like Independence Hall, the Betsy Ross House, and Elfreth’s Alley, all while enjoying a blend of humour and captivating storytelling. With small group sizes, expect a personalised experience that shares his deep passion and insider knowledge of this historic area. Perfect for history enthusiasts and curious travellers alike, this tour promises an entertaining journey through America’s past.

  • 90-minute guided walking tour through Philadelphia’s Old City
  • Visit historic sites, including Independence Hall and Christ Church
  • Enjoy storytelling and humour from a local expert guide
  • Small group size of up to 20 guests for an intimate experience

Activity location

  • Arch Street Meeting House
    • 320 Arch St
    • 19106-2114, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Mulberry Market
    • 236 Arch Street
    • 19106, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

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Seamus Walks Old City Philadelphia

  • Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes1h 30m
    1h 30m
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
Rp623.140
Rp498.512 x 1 AdultRp498.512
Total
The previous price was Rp623.140 and current price is Rp498.512
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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Small Group Experience (20 Max)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Elfreths Alley
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Air-conditioned vehicle

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Arch Street Meeting House

  • 15m
  • Admission ticket not included
The largest Quaker meetinghouse in the world, the Arch Street Meeting House has stood at the heart of Philadelphia since 1804. Here we explore the remarkable storey of William Penn's Holy Experiment — a radical vision of religious tolerance that shaped Pennsylvania and laid the groundwork for American democracy. We'll also dive into one of the most harrowing chapters in American history: the yellow fever epidemic of 1793, which killed nearly 10% of Philadelphia's population and forever changed the city. (Tour outside only).

Benjamin Franklin's Grave

  • 5m
  • Admission ticket not included
Tucked behind Christ Church on Arch Street lies one of the most visited graves in America — Benjamin Franklin, founding father, inventor, diplomat, writer, and arguably the most fascinating person who ever lived. We'll pause here to talk about the man behind the myth, his complicated legacy, and why Philadelphians have a uniquely personal relationship with their most famous resident. Guests are invited to toss a penny on the grave — a tradition with more history behind it than you might expect. (Tour outside only).

Betsy Ross House

  • 7m
  • Admission ticket not included
Home to the woman credited with sewing the first American flag, the Betsy Ross House is one of Old City's most iconic stops. But the real storey of Betsy Ross is far more interesting than the legend — a three-time widow who ran her own upholstery business in colonial Philadelphia and defied the conventions of her era at every turn. We'll explore her remarkable life, the contested history of the flag storey, and what her home tells us about everyday life in 18th-century Philadelphia. (Tour outside only).

Elfreth's Alley

  • 10m
Welcome to the oldest continuously inhabited residential street in the United States, dating back to 1702. Elfreth's Alley is 32 cobblestone feet wide and feels like stepping directly into colonial America. We'll spend time here exploring the stories of the tradespeople, craftsmen, and families who called this alley home over three centuries — and occasionally we get a rare peek inside one of the historic homes from a resident who knows us well. There's nowhere else in America quite like it

Christ Church

  • 8m
  • Admission ticket not included
Known as the Nation's Church, Christ Church has stood on this corner since 1695 and counts George Washington, Benjamin Franklin, and Betsy Ross among its congregation. Your guide knows this building intimately — having served as an official guide here — and will bring you inside the stories that most visitors never hear. The church also houses the original baptismal font brought from England in 1696 — the very font in which William Penn himself was baptized. (Tour outside only).

Franklin Court

  • 8m
Built on the site of Benjamin Franklin's actual home, Franklin Court is one of the most thoughtfully designed historic sites in Philadelphia. The original house was demolished in 1812 but the National Park Service created a striking "ghost structure" — a steel frame outlining exactly where Franklin's home once stood. We'll explore the courtyard and peer into the actual excavations of Franklin's original foundation, giving you a rare glimpse into the physical remains of where he lived and worked. We also stop into the B. Free Franklin Post Office — the only post office in America that doesn't fly a flag and still uses hand cancellation stamps — a quirky and uniquely Philadelphian experience.

First Bank of the United States

  • 5m
  • Admission ticket not included
Standing at Third and Chestnut, the First Bank of the United States is the oldest bank building in the country and one of the most stunning examples of Federal architecture in Philadelphia. Built in 1797 under Alexander Hamilton's vision for a national financial system, this building was the centre of fierce political debate between Hamilton and Thomas Jefferson over the very soul of the new republic. The argument they had over this bank essentially created the two party political system in America — a fight that feels remarkably familiar today. The building is no longer open to the public which makes seeing it on foot with a knowledgeable guide the best way to truly appreciate its significance. (Tour outside only).

Carpenters' Hall

  • 10m
Often overlooked in favour of its more famous neighbors, Carpenters' Hall is one of the most significant buildings in American history. Built in 1770 by the Carpenters' Company — the oldest trade guild in America — this modest hall hosted the First Continental Congress in 1774, where delegates from twelve colonies met in secret to organise resistance against British rule. It was here, not Independence Hall, where the seeds of revolution were first planted. Admission is free and when time allows we encourage guests to step inside and experience this remarkable piece of history up close.

Independence Hall

  • 8m
  • Admission ticket not included
We conclude your tour at the most important building in American history — Independence Hall, where both the Declaration of Independence and the United States Constitution were signed. We'll take in the full scope of what happened here and what this building represents not just for Philadelphia but for the world. I'll point out the Liberty Bell pavilion across the street and make sure everyone knows where the bathrooms are — because that's what a good guide does. We cap things off with the remarkable storey of the Marquis de Lafayette's return to Philadelphia in 1824, and how his visit inspired a complete restoration of Independence Hall. (Tour outside only).

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES
    Arch Street Meeting House
    • 320 Arch St
    • 19106-2114, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Mulberry Market
    • 236 Arch Street
    • 19106, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

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