Historical Philadelphia Small-Group Walking Tour

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Duration: 3h
Location: Philadelphia, United States | Philadelphia, United States


Category: Tours & Sightseeing

Highlights:
Exploration of the Old City & Society Hill neighborhoods
Independence Mall & key sites from the American Revolution
200-year-old architecture of houses, museums & churches
Expert historian specializing in US history leading the tour
Small-group of 6 people ensuring a personalized experience

Inclusions:
Guided tour of Philadelphia

Description:

Stroll along the historic streets of Philadelphia's Old City and Society Hill neighborhoods, accompanied by a local historian. Your expert guide helps you explore the social and political mechanisms that defined the city and set the stage for the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

Begin at the water's edge with a discussion of William Penn, the founding father of the Pennsylvania province. Listen to this enthralling story of an architect—literally and politically—as you pass by the charmingly well-preserved buildings of the city center that have stood proudly for over 200 years.

Continue your walk into the Society Hill neighborhood and pay a visit to several significant houses, museums, and churches dating back to the 18th century. As your walk progresses, you move forward through history to discuss how Philadelphia evolved in terms of its architecture, its politics, and its social importance.

You end at Independence Mall, where your guide puts into context the pioneering developments that took place here in the 1770s and '80s.