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Historic Tour of Philadelphia in English or German

clock 1 hour 30 minutes
  • A guided tour where you will learn about the importance of America's most enduring city in the history of America and what men played those roles.
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    What You'll Do:

  • See famous buildings including the garden of Betsy Ross, who is said to have sewn the first American flag.
  • A chance to a 90-minute driving tour to visit other sites.
  • Learn about the role of Germans in the independence.

    • What It Includes:

  • Hotel pickup in selected hotels.
  • Entrance to selected tourist's destination.
  • A professional guide who speaks both German and English.

    • Travellers Talk:

  • Travellers expressed satisfaction with the tour, most especially with the tour guides who were professional and understanding.

    • Is It Right:

  • Anyone who wants to learn about how the American independence came to pass will find this tour interesting.
  • Tourists should be moderately fit to join this tour.
  • Not accessible to wheelchair users.
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from$198.43 from$200.20

Full-Day Amish Country Tour in Lancaster County

clock 8 hours
  • Breath fresh air from the country by paying a visit to Lancaster County where you will meet a people who have deliberately shun technology.
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    What You'll Do:

  • Travel through the countryside and seeing nature.
  • Learn about the Amish People and the way they live.
  • See, shop and eat at the Amish Sanctuary

    • What It Includes:

  • Food and drink
  • Pick up and drop off at any location in Philadelphia.
  • Professional local guide

    • Travellers Talk:

  • This tour is highly rated with the reviewers expressing delights with the lesson they learnt during the tour. There were also words of praise for the organisers and the tour guides.

    • Is It Right:

  • This tour is perfect for a family who wants to see other culture and looking for some lessons to apply to their lives.
  • Accessible to wheelchair users and strollers.
  • Infants must sit on laps.
  • Service animals is allowed.
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from$109.89 from$219.18 from$717.35

Philadelphia Combo Tour: Hop-on Hop-off, Eastern State Penitentiary, Franklin's Footsteps

clock 8 hours
  • A combination tour in Philadelphia where you get to walk in the footsteps of Benjamin Franklin and see other attractions in addition to an admission to Eastern State Penitentiary.
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    What You'll Do:

  • A wide-ranging tour of Philadelphia.
  • See the man on the $100 bill come to life by seeing monuments associated with him.
  • Pay a visit to the Eastern State Penitentiary, a prison that once housed Al Capone.
  • Walk the same path Benjamin Franklin walked.

    • What It Includes:

  • Professional and educated local guide.
  • Audio headset to listen to the tour guide.
  • Maps of attractions.
  • Pick-up from a hotel in City Center or airport.

    • Travellers Talk:

  • The reviews for this tour were mostly five stars. A particular review pointed out that every minute of the tour was enjoyable.

    • Is It Right:

  • You should join this tour if you want to take a glimpse of the past while understanding American history.
  • The trip is dependent on the availability of double decker buses.
  • This trip is accessible to wheelchair users.
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Underground Donut Tour: Philadelphia's First Donut Tour

clock 2 hours
  • A two-hour guided tour in which you immense yourself in one of the biggest amusements in the world - explore donuts in Philadelphia's city centre.
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    What You'll Do:

  • Visit the best donuts in the city centre while considering your food choice.
  • Get a chance to sample the city's best donuts.
  • Chew on while seeing different areas in Philadelphia.
  • Interact with donut enthusiasts.

    • What It Includes:

  • Donut tasting at selected locations
  • Entrance to selected tourist's destination.

    • Travellers Talk:

  • The review for this tour was average. However, there was no negative review of the tour as the tourists expressed satisfaction with the tour.

    • Is It Right:

  • This tour is for foodie fans who will want to use the opportunity of eating to see historic places while forming friendship in the process.
  • Tourists should be moderately fit to join this tour.
  • Service animals are allowed.
  • Not accessible to wheelchair users.
  • Make sure your dressing is comfortable for the weather.
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from$29.67 from$31.42 from$32.56

Philadelphia to Washington DC Self Guided Day Trip by Rail

clock 14 hours
  • Join a train ride from America's oldest capital city to the new capital city where you relax along the way and enjoy a fun-filled day in Washington DC.
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    What You'll Do:

  • Get a relaxing trip aboard an Amtrak train with a beverage to calm your nerves.
  • Join a double-decker bus in Washington on a tour.
  • Visit iconic places in Washington DC including Ford's Theatre, where Abraham Lincoln was assassinated.

    • What It Includes:

  • Lunch at Hard Rock Cafe.
  • Entry to selected attractions
  • Roundtrip rail ticket.

    • Travellers Talk:

  • This tour is perfect for anyone who wants to learn about the history of America and how Washington DC became its capital city.

    • Is It Right:

  • This tour is perfect for anyone who wants to learn about the history of America and how Washington DC became its capital city.
  • Not Accessible to wheelchair users.
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Philadelphia Historical Independence Walking Tour

clock 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Go back in time to colonial Philadelphia by walking on the path the founding fathers of America passed and seeing a great deal of historical places.
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    What You'll Do:

  • See more than 20 historical places all in Philadelphia.
  • Listen to the stories of America founding fathers and see where they walked.
  • Learn about the transformation of America from a collection of colonies to becoming a new nation.

    • What It Includes:

  • Experienced and well-trained local tour guides.
  • Admission to selected centres.

    • Travellers Talk:

  • The reviewers thanked the guides for showing them around the colonial era. The tone of the review showed a personal connection between the guides and the reviewers.

    • Is It Right:

  • There is no better place to learn about the history of America than from Philadelphia.
  • Tourists should be moderately fit to join this tour.
  • This tour needs a minimum number of tourists and good weather.
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Expert Led Tour of Colonial Philadelphia

clock 3 hours
  • Travel through time in this guided tour where you learn about the history of Philadelphia by following its timeline and understand what made it an important city in the founding of America.
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    What You'll Do:

  • See the Independence Hall, Philadelphia where the US Constitution and Declaration of Independence was signed.
  • Visit the Powel House and Christ Church, historic buildings that hosted America founding fathers.
  • Learn about William Penn and his contribution to Philadelphia.

    • What It Includes:

  • Professional and friendly local guide.
  • Entry to selected centres.

    • Travellers Talk:

  • Tourists who used this tour praised the organisers for the organisation of the tour and the knowledge they had about the Colonial Era.

    • Is It Right:

  • This tour presents a great opportunity to learn about the history of America during the Colonial Era.
  • Tourists should be moderately fit to join this tour.
  • This tour is not accessible to wheelchair.
  • Children below 12 years should not join the group tour, although private tour is allowable.
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From History to Happy Hour Philadelphia Walking Tour

clock 4 hours 30 minutes
  • Journey back to time by seeing scenic and important landmark in Philly while enjoying the company of a guided group of tourists and sipping your beer alongside.
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    What You'll Do:

  • Get to see notable edifices that has defined America.
  • Pay respect to the dead at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier of the American Revolution.
  • See the building that housed America's first two presidents.
  • Learn about the brewing and beer culture of Philadelphia.

    • What It Includes:

  • Admission to selected local attractions.
  • 4 beers and a snack.
  • Professional local guide.

    • Travellers Talk:

  • Tourists commended the guides for the organization and attention to details during the tours.

    • Is It Right:

  • This tour is a great chance to learn about America, the founding fathers and beer.
  • Tourists most be older than 21.
  • There is no accessibility option for wheelchair users.
  • Tourists should put on clothing that is appropriate for the weather conditions and shoes suitable for walking around.
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Philadelphia: Craft Beer, Bars and Brewing History (Small Group)

clock 2 hours
  • Soak yourself in the Philadelphia's culture by discovering the rich brewing culture of Philadelphia in a 2-hour tour where you tour with a small group of exciting people.
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    What You'll Do:

  • Learn about the city's rich beer and brewery history.
  • Discover local streets in company of excited tourists.
  • Chew on bar snacks while enjoying the fully narrated tour.

    • What It Includes:

  • One full-sized beer at each selected bar.
  • Friendly and informative guide.

    • Travellers Talk:

  • The reviews for this tour were generally favourable. The guides were not left out, as they were said to be "exceptionally knowledgeable and enthusiastic.

    • Is It Right:

  • This tour is perfect for anyone who wants to see legacy and vibrancy in one piece.
  • A valid identification is needed to verify that age is more than 21.
  • Not accessible for wheelchair.
  • It's recommended that the tourist be in moderate fitness conditions and be on clothing appropriate for the weather.
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from$62.58 from$68.06 from$68.34

Flavors of Philly Food Tour

clock 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Taste America's historical city by engaging in a tour where you get to savour the popular foods of the city.
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    What You'll Do:

  • Visit the most popular food eateries in Philadelphia.
  • Learn about Philly's history as you nimble on your meal.
  • Experience the food culture of the city like a local.
  • An opportunity to see some monuments.

    • What It Includes:

  • Lunch.
  • Professional local guides.
  • Bottled water.

    • Travellers Talk:

  • Generally, the reviews for this tour were highly rated. There were lots of praises for the tour guides who were said to be informative and engaging.

    • Is It Right:

  • Wanting to learn about the culture of a city is not complete without taking part in its culinary culture. This tour helps you immerse yourself completely in the Philly.
  • Alcoholic drinks are only for persons over the age of 21.
  • This tour is not suggested for children under five. Children tour is available on request.
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from$44.70 from$45.89 from$60.04

Small-Group Discovering Colonial Philadelphia Public Walking Tour

clock 2 hours
  • 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 the founding of the city in 1682, in styles such as Georgian, Federal, and many Revival styles and will learn about important events in American history along the...Read more
from$35.61

Small-Group Alexander Hamilton Public History Tour in Philadelphia

clock 2 hours
  • Starting at the President's House, we will discuss the life and times of Alexander Hamilton. We will visit Independence Hall, the Second Bank of the United States, Carpenter's Hall, Dolly Madison's house, where Hamilton and Maria Reynolds lived, the First Bank of the United States, and Christ...Read more
from$45.79

Small-Group Public Walking Tour Exploring Philadelphia's Gilded Age to Now

clock 2 hours 30 minutes
  • This Walking Tour will also take you by and into some of Philadelphia's most prominent buildings. The buildings in this area are mostly from the mid-1800's through the present. Styles range from Beaux Arts, to Chicago and International style. We also wil see the newest and tallest buildings in Center...Read more
from$45.79

Colonial Era Philadelphia Waterfront Walking Tour

clock 120 to 150 minutes
  • This tour will walk in the path of the original settlers of Philadelphia. Early Philadelphia looked very different from today's metropolis. This illustrated tour will feature rare images of the waterfront. Learn the history of the waterfront. This tour is the only one offered in Philadelphia covering this time period and...Read more
from$218.79

Philadelphia: walking tour with a local expert

clock 2 hours
  • Our professional tour guide will lead you to unravel this beautiful city and its most important monuments, you will be astonished by the beauty and At the end of this 2 hours walking tour you will be surprised how many outstanding places there are to admire in Philadelphia.
    Our small group tour includes at most 12 participants in order to allow...Read more
from$38.92

Philly Private Exploration Game: Old City Pursuit

clock 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Play a city exploration game where you search your surroundings for ways to solve fun challenges and puzzles that reveal amazing places and stories in the Old City of Philadelphia. There is no guide involved, you just follow an app and play at your own pace.

    Each challenge will lead you to the next place by providing you with exact...Read more
from$6.07

Art and Controversy: An audio tour of Philadelphia's most infamous art scandals

clock 30 to 45 minutes
  • Eccentric artists, secret art sales, angry film fans, and trustee deceit, Philadelphia's art scene, is filled with contention. This Philadelphia self guided audio tour goes beyond the Liberty Bell, The Constitution, and cheesesteaks, to explore some of Philadelphia's most beguiling art controversies. Discover the stories and the infamous names who...Read more
from$5.50

Philadelphia's Lost Waterfront: Explore the historic city on an audio tour

clock 40 to 60 minutes
  • This self-guided audio tour explores the north-central Philadelphia waterfront, focusing on what remains of this historic locale after the installation of Interstate I-95 in the 1970s, and relating (among other things) how early Quaker settlers lived in caves along the waterfront.

    Keep in mind that this area was where wheeling and dealing...Read more
from$5.50

Philadelphia Architecture: Discover Every American Style on a GPS Audio Tour

clock 90 to 120 minutes
  • Join me on a self-guided GPS audio tour that’ll open your eyes to the full range of Philadelphia’s architecture, spanning every American style from the 1850s to the present. One of the richest periods artistically, it was also one of the wealthiest. Mark Twain called these years the “Gilded Age” because America’s economy boomed and vast...Read more
from$7.69

Philly Basics

clock 2 hours
  • There is a lot more to Philadelphia than Ben Franklin, cheesesteaks, and the Liberty Bell. Philly is a living history lesson filled with stories, conflicts, food, and defiance. IT'S THE BEGINNING OF AMERICA. The Declaration of Independence from the Crown. The first capital of the United States. The first protest for the abolition of slavery. Home...Read more
from$144.17
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