Guided walking tour · Philadelphia, United States

Philadelphia Old City Historic Walking Tour with 10+ Top Sites

A ninety-minute walk to more than ten of Old City Philadelphia's historic sites, led by the company's founder.

Rating on Viator
4.9 out of 5 from 2,453 reviews
Duration
1.5 hours
Guided in
English
Price
From £33 per person
Group size
Up to 20 people
Fitness level
Moderate
Children
All ages
Run by
Founding Footsteps
Cancellation
Free up to 24 hours before

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Where the tour goes

  1. Betsy Ross House7 min
  2. Elfreth's Alley10 min
  3. Benjamin Franklin Bridge
  4. Christ Church7 min
  5. B. Free Franklin Post Office5 min
  6. Carpenters' Hall7 min
  7. Second Bank of the United States15 min
  8. Independence Hall10 min

Stops as listed by the operator on Viator; the order can change on the day.

What to know before you book

Included

  • 90-Minute Guided Walking Tour of Philadelphia
  • Pass by 15+ Philadelphia sites including Christ Church, and Ben Franklin Court
  • Learn about the Revolutionary War and how it has shaped the United States today
  • Trace the footsteps of the Founding Fathers through the streets of historic Old City
  • Photo Stops at 10+ Sites including Betsy Ross House, Elfreth's Alley, and Liberty Bell
  • Visit Carpenter's Hall (Note: Site currently closed, will visit when available to public)

Not included

  • Gratuities

Access

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Pushchairs welcome
  • Public transport nearby

How it compares in Philadelphia

  • Price: from £33. 11 of the other 17 priced tours we list here cost more, and their middle price is £34.
  • Reviews: 2 of the other 17 reviewed tours here have more reviews than this one.
  • Group size: up to 20 people. 7 of the other 17 tours with a stated limit allow a larger group.

Prefer no guide? Our free self-guided walk covers 1.7 km in about 23 minutes of walking, not counting stops.

From listings on our partner sites. This tour was last checked on 28 October 2026; prices and review counts change.

Walking in Philadelphia

Philadelphia's Old City holds Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell, with historic lanes, markets and murals all within walking distance.

Terrain. Flat throughout Center City, on an easy grid.

Distances. Independence Hall to City Hall is about 15 minutes on foot. Most Center City trips are within 30 minutes, and Walk! Philadelphia signs on many blocks help with direction.

Read the full Philadelphia walking guide or try the free self-guided walk.

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