Explore Philadelphia via Vintage Car or Electric cart
4.6 / 5 · 126 traveler reviews
Explore the heart of American history and culture with Philly City Tours. Engage in a smooth, fun, and informative journey through Philadelphia, tailored for solo travelers, couples, and families. Experience iconic landmarks while learning about the city’s rich heritage from knowledgeable guides. Perfect for all ages, this tour offers a seamless way to immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Philadelphia. - Enjoy a guided tour through the historic streets of Philadelphia - Ideal for solo travelers, couples, and families - Knowledgeable guides share fascinating insights about the city - Flexible tour times available throughout the day and night
Your experience
Stop 1
Took 30 years and cost $25 million—a huge sum back then. The walls are 22 feet thick, made of solid stone! 1901: City Hall was completed. At 548 feet, it was the tallest building in the world and is still the tallest masonry building today. Top of the Tower: The 37-foot statue of William Penn on top is the largest statue atop any building in the world.
Stop 2
PMA is an art museum originally chartered in 1876 for the Centennial Exposition in Philadelphia. The museum administers collections containing over 240,000 objects including major holdings of European, American and Asian origin. The various classes of artwork include sculpture, paintings, prints, drawings, photographs, armor, and decorative arts
Stop 3
Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens is a vibrant, one-of-a-kind art space created by mosaic artist Isaiah Zagar. He began working on it in the 1990s, turning a vacant lot on South Street into a massive mosaic maze made from tiles, glass, mirrors, and found objects. Zagar spent years covering the walls and floors with colorful, intricate designs, inspired by folk art and cultures from around the world.
Stop 4
The Philadelphia Vietnam Veterans Memorial, dedicated in 1987, lists the names of 646 Philadelphians who died in the Vietnam War and includes engraved scenes from the conflict. overall around 58000 soldiers lost their life in the war which majority of them were young boys and girls with age of 20 and below.
Stop 5
The Korean War Memorial was added in 2002. It features black granite pillars that share the history of the war and honor 610 fallen service members from Philly and nearby counties that served during the war. Around 36700 soldiers of USA lost their lives overall in the conflict between South Korean and North Korean.
Stop 6
The Betsy Ross House, a row home built in 1740, has been restored to about the year 1777, and it commemorates Betsy Ross’ legend and history. In 1777, Ross was commissioned by George Washington to create the first American Flag.
Stop 7
Built in 1702, is the oldest continuously lived-on residential street in America. Located in Old City Philadelphia, it features 32 charming brick houses from the 1700s and early 1800s. Originally home to blacksmiths, merchants, and immigrants, the. alley has welcomed over 3,000 residents in its history. Today, it looks much like it did centuries ago, with cobblestone streets and colonial-style homes. You can visit the Elfreth’s Alley Museum to see inside two preserved homes and learn about daily life in early Philadelphia
Stop 8
The United States Mint in Philadelphia is one of the oldest and most iconic institutions in the country. it was established in 1792 and is the largest of the four active mints in the United States. It's responsible for producing billions of coins, including circulating coins, commemorative coins, and medals.
Stop 9
As the official bell of the Pennsylvania State House, which is today called Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell rang many times for public announcements. It may have rung on July 8, 1776 to announce the first public reading of The Declaration of Independence. The Liberty Bell, which weighs about 2,000 pounds, was silenced by a crack in 1846.
Stop 10
Independence Hall, the birthplace of America, was built in 1732 as the Pennsylvania State House. Within this hallowed hall, the Second Continental Congress met in May 1775, and The Declaration of Independence was adopted on July 4, 1776. Independence Hall is also where the Constitutional Convention met to draft, debate and then sign The United States Constitution on September 17, 1787.
Stop 11
The National Constitution Center, located on Philadelphia’s Independence Mall, is the first museum in the world devoted to dramatically telling the story of The United States Constitution from Revolutionary times to the present through more than 100 interactive and multimedia exhibits, film, photographs, text, sculpture and artifacts.
Stop 12
Chinatown's roots trace back to the 1870s and 1880s when Chinese immigrants arrived in Philadelphia. Today many different cultures from nations across Asia including Korea, Thailand and Vietnam have a presence in Chinatown. it is a vibrant neighbourhood with a strong sense of community, featuring authentic Asian cuisine, shops, and cultural events.
What’s included
- Guided Tour
- Vintage Car
Not included
- Tips
Meeting and pickup
Look for Philly City Tours Sign
Before you go
- 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
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Check the policy for your selected date and option before booking.
Check dates and book on Viator →Confirm the meeting point, inclusions, cancellation policy and final price on Viator. We may earn a commission from your booking.