Board a time machine to the 1700s on this riveting, historical walking tour of Philadelphia’s most iconic spots. Learn about the founding of America and see the sites where it happened.

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Get a behind-the-scenes look at the brave, dramatic, and sometimes messy founding of the United States on this history-packed walking tour of historic Philadelphia.

You’ll meet your professional guide at The President’s House — a humble building that served as the first White House. From there, you’ll wind through seven other iconic sites, delving into a new, captivating story at each one.

Plant your feet where the Declaration of Independence was read aloud for the first time. Get a glimpse into the scandalous private lives of icons like Betsy Ross and Benjamin Franklin. Stand between Alexander Hamilton and Thomas Jefferson as they argue over a national bank and the placement of the capital.

Peer behind the curtain and pick up a few stories your history teacher left out. Book a tour today.
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Highlights
Walk the same worn paths as the founding fathers
Unearth the history behind famous the Liberty Bell crack
Visit the site of the first bank robbery in US history
Pick a side of the fight between Alexander Hamilton and Thomas Jefferson
Soak in the history of America’s founding at the sites where it happened

Includes
2-hour historical walking tour
Knowledgeable guide
Well-researched and credible history
Transportation
Gratuities (optional)

 

 

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