Philadelphia Historic Walking Tour 1.5 hr

Walk through the streets where American independence took shape on this Philadelphia historic walking tour. Over 1.5 hours, explore landmarks tied to the nation’s founding and the people who helped build it.

See Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell, the Betsy Ross House, the United States Mint, and Benjamin Franklin’s gravesite. Along the way, your local guide shares historical stories, fun facts, and insights into figures including Franklin, George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, and Alexander Hamilton. Learn how Hamilton rose from a Caribbean immigrant to George Washington’s aide and the country’s first Secretary of the Treasury, and hear how he helped establish the First Bank of the United States and shape America’s financial system.

The mostly flat route covers about 1.5 miles (2.4 km), with opportunities to pause, rest, and take photos. Interactive activities bring the stories to life as you explore the historic district. Join this Philadelphia historic walking tour to see the landmarks up close and discover the stories behind the founding of the United States.