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Viator · Private tour

Historical Early America Tour in Philadelphia (Center City East)

5.0(5)Philadelphia1 hour
VIATOR5.0(4)TRIPADVISOR5.0(1)

Description

You create your own start time subject to my approval, of course, as to my availability for any particular hour you choose. (There are also set times at 11:00 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. daily.) Visit various American Revolutionary historic sites and unique vistas within the eastern section of the Center City section of America's first capital. See places where people have lived continuously since the 1700's, important locations of the planning of the American Revolution, the home of the inventor of electricity, and more. I’m a native, so my tours aren’t corporate, scripted, or shouted through a megaphone. I keep it relaxed, engaging, and actually fun - more like exploring with a local than surviving one of those loud, cookie‑cutter groups.

Tour Options

Private Historical Walking Tour in Philadelphia

Itinerary

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Location where the United States of America's Constitution and the Declaration of Independence was created. You will be led by a native knowledgeable local guide. Some commentary, anecdotes, and insights, are offered to give context and to enrich the experience. Immerse yourselves in the sights, sounds, and atmosphere of the destination while enjoying the benefits of physical activity and interaction with fellow travelers.

15 min

World famous bell. You will be led by a native knowledgeable local guide. Some commentary, anecdotes, and insights, are offered to give context and to enrich the experience. Immerse yourselves in the sights, sounds, and atmosphere of the destination while enjoying the benefits of physical activity and interaction with fellow travelers.

15 min

Historical square and nearby cultural site. You will be led by a native knowledgeable local guide. Some commentary, anecdotes, and insights, are offered to give context and to enrich the experience. Immerse yourselves in the sights, sounds, and atmosphere of the destination while enjoying the benefits of physical activity and interaction with fellow travelers.

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Famous historical site that was very important before the American Revolution. You will be led by a native knowledgeable local guide. Some commentary, anecdotes, and insights, are offered to give context and to enrich the experience. Immerse yourselves in the sights, sounds, and atmosphere of the destination while enjoying the benefits of physical activity and interaction with fellow travelers.

Pass by

Famous historical site. You will be led by a native knowledgeable local guide. Some commentary, anecdotes, and insights, are offered to give context and to enrich the experience. Immerse yourselves in the sights, sounds, and atmosphere of the destination while enjoying the benefits of physical activity and interaction with fellow travelers.

Admission not included15 min

Walk through a nearby portal where he used to traverse, see the ruins of his home, and view his grave. You will be led by a native knowledgeable local guide. Some commentary, anecdotes, and insights, are offered to give context and to enrich the experience. Immerse yourselves in the sights, sounds, and atmosphere of the destination while enjoying the benefits of physical activity and interaction with fellow travelers. (There is a $5 fee to actually enter the graveyard, but that would be self-guided, because the grave is visible from the public sidewalk.)

10 min

America's oldest continuously inhabited street. You will be led by a native knowledgeable local guide. Some commentary, anecdotes, and insights, are offered to give context and to enrich the experience. Immerse yourselves in the sights, sounds, and atmosphere of the destination while enjoying the benefits of physical activity and interaction with fellow travelers.

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The first bank of the official U.S., and see a nearby recreation of the first bank of the original colonial Confederacy. You will be led by a native knowledgeable local guide. Some commentary, anecdotes, and insights, are offered to give context and to enrich the experience. Immerse yourselves in the sights, sounds, and atmosphere of the destination while enjoying the benefits of physical activity and interaction with fellow travelers.

Highlights

Guiding services.

What's included

Included
Guiding services.
Not included
Meals
Private transportation
Public transportation

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Reviews(5)

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PRASAD_V
May 27, 2026
Wear your walking shoes...

Wear your walking shoes and carry a bottle of water. Be ready to brisk walk with Bob in order to cover maximum on your tour..

Operator response

Thanks for taking time to post a review, and you did come prepared. Safe travels.

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Stacy_C
May 16, 2026
Great tour guide

Bob was very knowledgeable. Had a good understanding of all sites and could answer our questions. All around good experience.

Operator response

Thank you for the review. Glad to hear the experience worked well. You passed the test, of course.

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Christine_T
April 3, 2026
Sound of Music private tour

Perfect amount of walking and history info presented to the group. Bob, the tour guide was very knowledgeable

Operator response

Thanks. I also enjoyed your Sound of Music cast energy - you were a strong group to work with that day.

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Sue_B
June 11, 2025
Bob’s Philadelphia Historical Walking Tour

Great way to gain insights into the history of Philadelphia from a native Philadelphian And great city walking experience

Operator response

Thanks! I enjoyed touring with you. Safe travels.

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Lissa C
August 14, 2024
Great tour!

Ted was a great tour guide with so much knowledge and was very entertaining! I highly recommend this tour!we learned so much about our founding fathers and the history of the Declaration of Independence that we r didn’t know ow before. Again, highly recommend!

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Operator response

Greatly appreciated. Thank you for being great tourists too. Safe travels.

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