Philadelphia
The walking tours: Old City’s ten-sites-in-two-hours circuit, women’s history with attitude and the Black Journey through the city’s full record. Philadelphia walks dense; every block has a file.
Discover Philadelphia’s historic Old City on a 90-minute guided walking tour, visiting 10+ top sites with lively guides, storytelling, and authentic charm.
Most Popular“You must take this tour, provided by Founding Footsteps, and ask for Seamus Miller. He is the best tour guide! We learned a lot and laughed (he is quite funny). Great tour!”
Discover Philadelphia’s historic sites on a guided walking tour showcasing Independence Hall, Liberty Bell, and more. Engaging guides make history come alive.
“Connor was outstanding -- pleasant and incredibly knowledgeable -- one of the best guides any in our group ever had. All of us learned so much -- even the native Philadelphia prof. Without much walking, you'll cover a great deal of historical ground. Totally recommend…”
Discover Philadelphia’s revolutionary roots on this 2.5-hour guided walking tour, exploring historic sites like Independence Hall, Liberty Bell, and more.
“Tom was a great guide. Although some museums were closed due to government shutdown, he did his best to show us the historic district and all the back stories. It was fun!”
Discover Philadelphia’s historic sites on a lively, 90-minute walking tour led by knowledgeable guides. Perfect for history buffs and first-timers alike.
“Greg packed in the key historical facts plus funny stories in a quick tour.”
Discover Philadelphia's best donuts on this 2-hour walking tour visiting top spots like Federal Donuts and Reading Terminal Market, with tastings and city sights.
“Jason was a great tour guide. He was fun, informative, and thorough. We got to also experience the Sphere inside the Comcast building on this tour, which was fun.”
Discover Philadelphia’s history with a 75-minute walking tour visiting iconic sites like Independence Hall, Betsy Ross House, and Congress Hall for just $25.
“Very Friendly and was extremely knowledgeable about Historical facts etc. Will recommend to friends and family who are visiting the Philadelphia area”
Discover Philadelphia's Old City with a fun blend of sightseeing, comedy, and magic. Perfect for families and history buffs seeking a unique tour experience.
“This was a wonderful experience! We had a great time and would recommend this to anyone traveling in the Philadelphia area.”
Discover Philadelphia’s historic district on a 90-minute guided walking tour. See 21 sites, learn from passionate guides, and enjoy authentic insights.
“It was a wonderful experience. Tom was a great tour guide. Very knowledgeable & informative. Very patient as we were slow walkers. Just loved the tour.”
Discover Philadelphia's haunted history on this adults-only ghost tour. Explore historic sites with engaging guides, eerie stories, and spooky surprises.
“Fun option to see Philly at night. Very interesting tour and some of my tour companions may have captured a ghostly photographic image.”
Discover Philadelphia’s hidden female heroes on this engaging 1-hour 45-minute walking tour featuring landmarks like Independence Hall and the Gayborhood, all for $59.
“What a wonderful tour! I grew up in Philly and had NO idea about most of the cool amazing women Joey discussed. Easy walk, super interesting, and well worth the time. Looking forward to taking another tour with Beyond the Bell next time we are…”
Discover Philadelphia’s Black heritage with this engaging 2-hour walking tour, visiting sites like the Liberty Bell and Mother Bethel Church, led by passionate guides.
“Mike provided an exceptional experience. His extensive knowledge of African American history in the city of Philadelphia brought everything to life, offering valuable context and insights. Mike's expertise was particularly evident in their ability to Read more”
Discover Philadelphia’s history with Beyond the Bell Tours’ walking experience, exploring Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell, and inspiring stories in a balanced, engaging way.
“Rebecca is definitely one of my favourite tour guides ever. I love that her and her business partner have created a tour that is outside the box. By that I mean that yes you get the general history of Philly and William Penn BUT...she takes…”
Explore Philadelphia's secret bars and hidden spots on a guided walking tour, visiting speakeasies and local favorites for an authentic night out.
“This tour was a lot of fun. Tried out 4 totally different bars. Met lots of new people. Our guide Matthew did a great job as well.”
Discover Philadelphia's historic district with a 1.5-hour guided walking tour covering 21 sites, led by a passionate history teacher. Perfect for history lovers and first-time visitors.
“Tom is a very knowledgeable and fun tour guide!! It was such a great tour”
Discover Philadelphia’s LGBTQ history and vibrant Gayborhood on this engaging 1.5-hour walking tour, led by knowledgeable guides for an authentic experience.
“We had a great experience and highly recommend this tour if you're in the neighborhood! We were able to start on time, walk at a nice pace and take plenty of pictures. Our tour guide was very informative, and she answered all of our questions.…”
The bell, the founders and the cheesesteak referendum.