Philadelphia is where America began, and this highly rated walking tour is one of the happiest ways to live that story. The Revolution and the Founders: History Tour of Philadelphia takes you through the very streets where independence was won, guided by someone with a degree in history.
In about two hours, you’ll stand before the Liberty Bell, pass by Independence Hall and Congress Hall, and hear the stories of Franklin, Washington, and the Founders at places like the President’s House, Franklin Court, and Carpenters’ Hall. Runs every morning and afternoon, rain or shine.
Travelers love it: 98% recommend it, with a 4.9 rating from more than 3,800 reviews and Viator’s Badge of Excellence. Tours start outside the Independence Visitor Center at 523 Market St. Book the tour here (from $29, free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance).
Photo: Independence Hall by AramilFeraxa, via Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 4.0). Gallery: Liberty Bell (Library of Congress, no restrictions), Carpenters’ Hall by Pbjamesphoto (CC BY-SA 4.0), Congress Hall by Farragutful (CC BY-SA 4.0).
