BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
Description
Grab your favorite six-pack or a boxed wine and you'll board a charming trolley for an enthralling Philadelphia sightseeing adventure. As you journey through the city, you'll not only witness its major landmarks but also hear fascinating tales about Philly that might surprise even the locals. You make pit stops to explore key attractions like City Hall, Love Park, and for a dash of cinematic thrill, challenge yourself to replicate Rocky Balboa's iconic run up the famous Rocky Steps at the Philadelphia Museum of Art. But the adventure doesn't stop there. We travel thru charming streets of historic Old City, where you'll have the chance to lay eyes on legendary sites such as Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell, Betsy Ross House, and more.... Lastly, take a leisurely stroll down Elfreth’s Alley, the oldest continuously inhabited residential street in the nation, where your tour reaches its delightful conclusion.
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Philadelphia's revolutionary family owned & operated tour company with tours deliver by a former comedian and history teacher.
Did Betsy Ross really sew our first flag? Find out on our tour and afterwards, check out Betsy's home.
The largest Chinese Friendship Gate in the world built by Chinese artisans for use outside of China.
Learn about our iconic City Hall, the largest masonry building in the world!
Catch a glimpse of our famous LOVE sculpture by artist Robert Indiana
The head of the Roman-Catholic church in Philadelphia.
Home to an original replica of The Thinker!
The Barnes Foundation is an art collection and educational institution promoting the appreciation of art and horticulture.
One of the oldest art museums in the nation, it's best known for the staircase made famous by Rocky Balboa.
Take a pic in front of the bronze statue dedicated to Philly's native son, Rocky Balboa.
Where Thomas Jefferson wrote the Declaration of Independence.
The birthplace of Independence, our nation and the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Tickets are free but time stamped!
Our tour ends just a few short blocks away!
The oldest active confectionary (1863) and oldest active candy store (1911) in America!
The first post office in America.
"The Church of the Revolution" home to 15 signers of our Declaration of Independence.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Minimum drinking age is 21 years
Reviews(687)
Fantastic experience!!! Host and driver were great!
Thanks for coming!! Try our other tours!
Tour guy is very funny and awesome human being. He was willing to go the extra mile to make sure we have everything we need and answer all our questions to the best of his knowledge.
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! Hearing our tour guide described as an 'awesome human being' is just about the highest praise we could ever ask for. We pride ourselves on having a team that genuinely cares about our guests, so we're thrilled to hear he went the extra mile to make sure you had a great experience and got all your questions answered. We'll be sure to pass your kind words along to him. Thank you for choosing Founding Footsteps!
A great time. The tour was very interactive. Enjoyed the extra stops and the stories. We can't wait to do the Christmas singing tour.
Thanks for the awesome feedback! We love keeping our tours highly interactive and throwing in those fun extra stops. We are just as excited as you are for the Christmas singing tour—get your singing voice ready! Thank you for supporting Founding Footsteps, and see you during the holidays!
What a great time! Not only was Nick informative and knowledgeable about the city of Philadelphia his humor and banter made it so much fun! We would highly recommend!!!!
Thanks for the awesome feedback! Nick is an incredible guide, and we love hearing that his humor and banter made your tour of the city unforgettable. Providing an experience that is both informative and highly entertaining is exactly what we aim for at Founding Footsteps. Safe travels, and hope to see you again soon!
I wish we had gone to the liberty bell. We had to go after the tour in order to see it. We stopped three times (15 min each stop) and this took up the majority of our time. We went to the Love Park, got a Pic, whole foods for drink and bathroom, and then Rocky Statue but there were so many soccer fans, we couldn't get an actual Pic without them in it. Overall, it was entertaining and we learned a little. I think i wanted both more humor and more education.
Thanks for the incredible feedback! Casey is a phenomenal guide, and we love hearing that his friendly energy and deep knowledge made your tour so memorable. Striking that perfect balance of information while hitting all the top spots is exactly what we aim for at Founding Footsteps. Thank you for the high praise and safe travels!
This tour was so fun and actually hilarious! It was informative without being boring and hit major sites. We had so much fun and would love to do it again.
Thank you so much for the fantastic review! We are absolutely thrilled to hear that you had such a fun and hilarious time with us. Our main goal is always to deliver deep historical information without any of the boredom, so hearing that we hit that perfect balance means the world to us! We would love nothing more than to welcome you back on board for round two whenever you're ready. Thank you for choosing Founding Footsteps!
Oh my gosh, this is such a fun time. Such a good party group and Nick was just unbelievable as a tour guide!
Love the energy! Thank you for the fantastic review. Nick is amazing at keeping the party going while sharing the best of the city, and we're so glad your group had an unforgettable time. Thanks for rolling with Founding Footsteps!
A lot more drinking & party mode than history & tour info (other than BEN FRANKLIN) but fun none the less!
Thank you for sharing your experience! We're glad you had a fun time on board. We always aim for a balanced mix of entertainment and education, but depending on the crowd, our BYOB tours can definitely turn into a bit of a history party! If you ever want a deeper dive into the city's textbook past, we highly recommend checking out one of our daytime walking tours, too. Thanks for choosing Founding Footsteps!
This is a fun way to learn a lot about Philadelphia while riding, sipping a cold beverage and laughing all the while!!
Awesome, glad you had fun!
A fun way to take a tour of Philly! Great (often funny) narration by the owner. Lots of interesting trivia. Gives you a really good sense of the city. You start at the Betsy Ross House and cover a lot of ground - AND you can bring your own libations and snacks! At times the music got a little loud - but the open air trolley and spirited commentary were excellent.
Thank you for the fantastic review! We are so glad you enjoyed the open-air trolley, the trivia, and the narration. It’s always a blast when the owner gets out there to share their passion for the city! We love that you got to take advantage of our BYOB and snack policy—it definitely adds to the fun, laid-back vibe. Thank you also for the helpful note about the music volume. We want to make sure the soundtrack pumps up the energy without drowning out the history, so we’ll definitely keep an eye on that balance moving forward. We appreciate you choosing Founding Footsteps and hope to have you back on board soon!
