From the Beginning: A Free Walking Tour of Old City Philadelphia

The tour lasts 2 hours

Available in English

Description

Strap on your walking shoes and join me as we (the people) explore Old City and discover how America came to be.

Few cities pack as much national history while maintaining a strong local identity but Philadelphia manages this in style.

In 2 short hours we will cover everything from William Penn and the Quakers to the declaration of independence and the revolution to the constitution and the modern day.

As well as history and politics, we will talk about sports, food, drink, architecture and what daily life is like in Philadelphia.

I am professional free tour guide with over a decade's experience guiding visitors and cannot wait to show you the foundation on which America has been built.

Highlights include:

Washington Square Park
Independence Hall
The Liberty Bell
The 1st & 2nd Banks of the US
Carpenter's Hall
Elfreth's Alley
Christ Church & the grave of Benjamin Franklin
The National Constitution Center

So in the words of Ben Franklin, "join or die" (not really but I will tell you what he meant by that)

Guide: Angus

Guiding since 2026

Professional tour guide with 10 years of experience in Edinburgh. Now live just outside Philadelphia and I'm excited to share the incredible history of my new home town with the world!

14 stops

2 hours

Meeting point:Washington Square Park FountainI'll be by the fountain in Washington Square Park with a backpack, wearing a bright red Philadelphia Phillies windbreaker.Open in Google Maps →

1

Outside visit

Independence HallThe site of the signing of three of the most important documents in American history

2

Outside visit

Liberty BellA symbol of freedom, courage and Justice for hundreds of millions of Americans

3

Outside visit

American Philosophical Society Philosophical HallEnlightenment Era Philadelphia

14 stops

2 hours

Meeting point:Washington Square Park FountainI'll be by the fountain in Washington Square Park with a backpack, wearing a bright red Philadelphia Phillies windbreaker.Open in Google Maps →

1

Outside visit

Independence HallThe site of the signing of three of the most important documents in American history

2

Outside visit

Liberty BellA symbol of freedom, courage and Justice for hundreds of millions of Americans

3

Outside visit

American Philosophical Society Philosophical HallEnlightenment Era Philadelphia

Free tours don't have a fixed price. At the end, each person contributes to the guide the amount they consider fair based on their satisfaction. As a guideline, Guruwalk recommends between €15 and $50 per participant.

Accessibility

Suitable for people with reduced mobility.

Groups

Does not accept large group bookings.

Pets

Suitable for bringing pets.

Minimum attendees

Requires a minimum of 2 people to conduct the tour.

Additional costs

The tour does not require payment for entries or additional expenses.

Free cancellation

If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.