Philadelphia Trip Overview
Join an experienced, costumed guide for an engaging and informative walk through the streets of Old City, the same streets where Ben Franklin and other founding fathers walked when Philadelphia was the birthplace of the country. The tour passes by Franklin’s Grave, Christ Church, Elfreth’s Alley, the site of Franklin’s House, Independence Hall, and the Liberty Bell.
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Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Starts: Philadelphia, United States
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Historical & Heritage Tours
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Join an experienced, costumed guide for an engaging and informative walk through the streets of Old City, the same streets where Ben Franklin and other founding fathers walked when Philadelphia was the birthplace of the country. The tour passes by Franklin’s Grave, Christ Church, Elfreth’s Alley, the site of Franklin’s House, Independence Hall, and the Liberty Bell.
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Stop At: Franklin’s Footsteps Colonial Walking Tour, 76 Carriage Company Philadelphia Trolley Works 1350 Schuylkill Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19146
This 90 minute walking tour begins at the Independence Visitor Center, and proceeds through Old City, and the Independence National Historic Site. Led by a professional guide in colonial dress, participants walk in the footsteps of those who forged a nation. Particular focus is placed on Philadelphia’s most famous founding father, Benjamin Franklin. Visit his grave site and site of his home. Along the way, the group will pass by and stop at the Betsy Ross House, Elfreth’s Alley, Christ Church, Franklin Court, Carpenter’s Hall, Independence Hall, and the Liberty Bell. Please note this is an outdoor walking tour, and does not go inside buildings.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
