Grab your favorite six-pack or a boxed wine and you'll board a charming trolley for an enthralling Philadelphia sightseeing adventure. As you journey through the city, you'll not only witness its major landmarks but also hear fascinating tales about Philly that might surprise even the locals.
You make pit stops to explore key attractions like City Hall, Love Park, and for a dash of cinematic thrill, challenge yourself to replicate Rocky Balboa's iconic run up the famous Rocky Steps at the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
But the adventure doesn't stop there. We travel thru charming streets of historic Old City, where you'll have the chance to lay eyes on legendary sites such as Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell, Betsy Ross House, and more.... Lastly, take a leisurely stroll down Elfreth’s Alley, the oldest continuously inhabited residential street in the nation, where your tour reaches its delightful conclusion.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Local guide
✔ Take a pic in front of the bronze statue dedicated to Philly's native son, Rocky Balboa.
✔ Trolley Tour
✖ Gratuities
Departure & Return
Departure:
239 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
Look for a trolley parked in front of the courtyard of the Betsy Ross House.
Return: End right where it started.
Itinerary
1
Founding Footsteps
Philadelphia's revolutionary family owned & operated tour company with tours deliver by a former comedian and history teacher.
Duration: 20 minutes
2
Betsy Ross House
Did Betsy Ross really sew our first flag? Find out on our tour and afterwards, check out Betsy's home.
3
Chinatown Friendship Gate
The largest Chinese Friendship Gate in the world built by Chinese artisans for use outside of China.
4
City Hall Visitor Center
Learn about our iconic City Hall, the largest masonry building in the world!
5
Love Park
Catch a glimpse of our famous LOVE sculpture by artist
Robert Indiana
6
Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul
The head of the Roman-Catholic church in Philadelphia.
7
Rodin Museum
Home to an original replica of The Thinker!
8
Barnes
The Barnes Foundation is an art collection and educational institution promoting the appreciation of art and horticulture.
9
Eastern State Penitentiary
The first penitentiary in America and brief "home" of Al Capone.
10
Philadelphia Museum of Art
One of the oldest art museums in the nation, it's best known for the staircase made famous by Rocky Balboa.
Duration: 20 minutes
11
Rocky Statue
Take a pic in front of the bronze statue dedicated to Philly's native son, Rocky Balboa.
Duration: 20 minutes
12
The Franklin Institute
Our nation's first science museum named for our first scientist.
13
Declaration House (Graff House)
Where Thomas Jefferson wrote the Declaration of Independence.
14
Liberty Bell
The most famous bell in America. Our tour ends just a few short blocks away.
Duration: 30 minutes
15
Independence Hall
The birthplace of Independence, our nation and the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Tickets are free but time stamped!
16
Old City Hall
Our tour ends just a few short blocks away!
17
Shane Confectionery
The oldest active confectionary (1863) and oldest active candy store (1911) in America!
18
B. Free Franklin Post Office
The first post office in America.
19
Christ Church
"The Church of the Revolution" home to 15 signers of our Declaration of Independence.
Additional info
• 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
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• Minimum drinking age is 21 years
