Philadelphia Movie and Television Sites Walking Tour
Description
Philadelphia has served as the backdrop for some of your favorite movies and television shows—and there’s no better way to see these famous locations than on this fully guided walking tour. Step behind the scenes of the city’s film history as you explore the streets and landmarks that have appeared on the big and small screen. Along the way, you’ll visit iconic Philadelphia locations like Philadelphia City Hall and LOVE Park, while hearing stories about the filmmakers who brought the city to life on screen, including directors like M. Night Shyamalan and Martin Scorsese. You’ll also stop by filming locations featured in hit shows such as It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia and Cold Case. Of course, no Philadelphia movie tour would be complete without paying tribute to the city’s most famous cinematic hero. You’ll visit several locations from the legendary Rocky franchise—including the world-famous Rocky Steps.
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Rittenhouse Square is home to the famous Curtis Institute of Music, filming site for the 1980's comedy Trading Places. Other movies filmed in the Square include Rocky II, The Happening, The Sixth Sense, and In Her Shoes.
Featured in the Martin Scorsese film Age of Innocence
Featured in the 1980's comedy Trading Places
Featured in the M. Night Shyamalan film Unbreakable
Featured in Mannequin and home of the famous "Wanamaker's Eagle"
Featured in the Oscar winning film Philadelphia
Featured in Cold Case
Featured in Baby Mama
Famous Philly landmark
Featured in DC's Shazam!
Featured in National Treasure
Visit the famous steps of the museum that Rocky ran up and see the Rocky Statue
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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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(18)
We have all spent time in Philly and had seen the standards, so we were looking for something different. This tour was informative, nostalgic for the movies and shows, and we had an engaging guide, Josh.
Very fun and informative. Josh was great
Josh was engaging, knowledgeable and super personable! He got to know exactly what my son loved and made sure to tailor the experience accordingly. We had a great time!
Great info about tv/movie locations, ending at the famous Rocky Steps. Our guide Alex was friendly and interesting.
Info on each site. Knowledgeable and friendly guide. Gave is insight on little known facts of locations.
Our tour guide was Theresa and it ended up being a private tour as it was just the two of us! Wow I never knew Philadelphia filmed so many movies here. Theresa was amazing with her information we absolutely loved it
This was a great tour with a knowledgeable tour guide, David. I was a lone traveller staying on the other side of the city and David offered for me to travel back on the bus with him. I opted for the walk. This tour is not for people who can't walk a good distance. There are so r stops on the way but it is gruelling, particularly in summer.
The tour was wonderful! It was a little bit of a hike but it hit quite a few places and and mixed with some history of Philly. Our tour guide (I have to apologize because I'm terrible with names) was very informative and thorough with his stories and descriptions. I would definitely recommend this tour if you are interested in movies and TV from Philadelphia. I've done these in a few cities and this was o e of the best.
This was a great tour. Although the tour is about film and tv, we learned a lot about the overall history of Philly. Our tour guide was knowledgeable and professional. While we were walking down the street, she would inform us of anything historical or fun fact about the city. This is a must do tour.
Teresa was awesome!! Alot of walking though. So u need to be fit enough and bring water. We forgot but we did stop at the wawa store. The rocky statue was the favorite.
