Teacher-owned small business · Independence Visitor Center
A guide with a history degree walks you past 21 sites of Philadelphia's historic district in 90 minutes, from the Liberty Bell to Carpenters' Hall. Pick it for the quickest, cheapest overview, before you choose where to go back in.
The walk meets at the Independence Visitor Center, 599 Market Street, and covers 21 sites in 90 minutes, the most of any walking tour of the district, the operator says. You hear how the Liberty Bell worked and cracked, picture the founders debating in Carpenters' Hall and Independence Hall, and see the building where Jefferson wrote the Declaration of Independence.
It is an owner-operated small business, run by a teacher with a degree in history, and the listing says it has been featured on NBC10 and recognized by Philadelphia City Council. Every site is seen from outside, and you may share the walk with a larger group. Admissions are not included. It runs rain or shine. This walk stays in Philadelphia. Valley Forge is about 20 miles west of Philadelphia, in King of Prussia. Pair it with the half-day tour from Philadelphia on another day for the winter of 1777-78.
The listing has 4.9 stars from 88 reviews. Guests name Angus, Brian and Tom, and several say the guide's tips for the rest of the day were as useful as the tour. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before.
Meet at 599 Market St.
The Liberty Bell and how it worked.
Where the founders argued over the issues of the day.
The building where Jefferson wrote alone.
Ask the guide which of the 21 sites to go back into.
★★★★★Angus is a great guide. He is knowledgeable and the tour is easy to follow with lots of interesting stops and great picture opportunities. This tour is a great way to get to look at the main historical sites that shapped the country and Philadelphia itself.
★★★★★Angus the guide was friendly, knowledgeable & had a good sense of humour too. He also provided good recommendations for the rest of my day. Well worth it.
★★★★★Tom, our guide, was very easy going and very knowledgeable. He was open to and answered all our questions. Took us to all the major sights. Job well done!!!
★★★★★Angus was very knowledgeable (actually learned something new). He was happy to answer any of our questions. He was also very nice and it was a very enjoyable walking tour. I would recommend him to my friends.
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21 sites in 1 hour 30 minutes, all from outside.
No. The tour stops to explain each site but not to go in or buy tickets.
At the Independence Visitor Center, 599 Market St, Philadelphia.
An owner-operated small business run by a teacher with a degree in history, the listing says.
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