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Philadelphia: the Birthplace of America with Self-Guided Audio Tour
Features
- 2h
- Mobile voucher
- Instant confirmation
Overview
- Admire a grimly beautiful abandoned prison
- Reflect on your life together with the world-famous Thinker
- Taste the delicious local icon known as Philly cheesesteak
- Travel back in time when you visit the oldest street
- Explore a variety of shops and merchants at the old market
Activity location
- Eastern State Penitentiary
- 2027 Fairmount Avenue
- 19130, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Meeting/Redemption Point
- Eastern State Penitentiary
- 2027 Fairmount Avenue
- 19130, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America
What's included, what's not
- Downloadable multimedia audio tour on the WeGoTrip app (in English)
- Detailed route from stop to stop with live GPS map on your smartphone
- Offline functionality, audio narration, and written text explanations
- Advice on where to buy a replica of the historic Liberty Bell
- Recommendations for cozy cafes that serve esquisite local dishes that you can visit during the tour
- Personal guide — you will get the tour on the mobile app
- Headphones — you should bring your own
- Entrance tickets to attractions — you can visit them on your own
Know before you book
- After booking we will send you the access to the app with the tour
- Pause the tour at any time to take a break or explore nearby
What you can expect
Welcome to Philadelphia, a perfect place to discover America's story! The distance between some locations is a great reason to admire the city's many landmarks while you walk.
At first, you'll see one of the most haunted places in the U.S. - the castle-like Eastern State Penitentiary, where thousands of prisoners were held in complete isolation. Next, you can experience one of the world's greatest collections of work by Auguste Rodin at the elegant Rodin Museum. You can learn something new at the Franklin Institute, where kids and parents explore hands-on exhibits, and live science shows. You'll also pass by JFK Plaza with the iconic Pop Art sculpture situated at its heart.
Next, admire the largest municipal building in the U.S. - Philadelphia City Hall, which is an architectural treasure. Visit the vibrant Reading Terminal Market, one of America's largest and oldest public markets. See the historic building where Thomas Jefferson wrote the Declaration of Independence. Get up close with the Liberty Bell, a well-known symbol of freedom in America.
You will walk down the fascinating Elfreth's alley, a National historic Landmark, with houses on the street dating back to 1702. Celebrate one of the nation's most historic site at the Betsy Ross House - the birthplace of the American flag.
Finally, you'll see Christ Church Burial Ground, where the graves of many historical leaders lay including Benjamin Franklin's.
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Location
Activity location
- Eastern State Penitentiary
- 2027 Fairmount Avenue
- 19130, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Meeting/Redemption Point
- Eastern State Penitentiary
- 2027 Fairmount Avenue
- 19130, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America