---
title: The Founding Fathers of Philadelphia Private 2-hour History Tour
slug: private-family-walking-tour-footsteps-of-the-founders-philadelphia
type: attraction
sub_type: walking tours
source_url: https://www.tripster.com/detail/private-family-walking-tour-footsteps-of-the-founders-philadelphia
city: Philadelphia
state: PA
country: US
address: 400 Arch St., Outside the Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District hotel
geo:
  lat: 39.95222
  lng: -75.14728
duration: up to 2 hrs
cancellation_policy: Free cancellation up to 4 days before the experience.
extracted_at: 2026-06-16T20:44:34.742Z
price_from:
  amount: 345
  currency: USD
  unit: per_adult
availability: InStock
rating:
  value: 4.5
  count: 7
  scale: 5
ticket_options:
  - group: Other Options
    options:
      - name: Private Walking Tour
        price: 338.1
        regular_price: 345
        savings: 6.9
        ticket_types:
          - name: "Solo: 1 Adult (18+ yrs)"
            min_age: 18
          - name: "Couple: 2 Adults (18+ yrs)"
            min_age: 18
          - name: "Family: 1 Adult 1 Child (18+ yrs)"
            min_age: 18
          - name: "Family: 1 Adult 2 Children (18+ yrs)"
            min_age: 18
          - name: "Family: 1 Adult 3 Children (18+ yrs)"
            min_age: 18
          - name: "Family: 2 Adults 1 Child (18+ yrs)"
            min_age: 18
          - name: "Family: 2 Adults 2 Children (18+ yrs)"
            min_age: 18
          - name: "Family: 2 Adults 3 Children (18+ yrs)"
            min_age: 18
          - name: "Family: 2 Adults 4 Children (18+ yrs)"
            min_age: 18
          - name: "Group: 3 Adults (18+ yrs)"
            min_age: 18
          - name: "Group: 4 Adults (18+ yrs)"
            min_age: 18
          - name: "Group: 5 Adults (18+ yrs)"
            min_age: 18
          - name: "Group: 6 Adults (18+ yrs)"
            min_age: 18
---
## Overview

Discover the birthplace of the United States of America on a private Philadelphia walking tour. Follow in the footsteps of founding fathers as you visit historic sites including Christ Church, Carpenter’s Hall, and the Liberty Bell. Learn about the city's colonial past, the city’s role in the slave trade, and more, ending with a visit to Independence Hall.

## What's Included

- Independence Hall reservation
- Private two-hour guided walking tour with an English-speaking tour guide
- Participation in a tour at Independence Hall run by park ranger guides

## What's Not Included

No specific exclusions are listed.

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## Ticket Options

- **Private Walking Tour** — $338.10 (regularly $345.00, save $6.90)
  Explore historic Philadelphia on a 2-hour tour tracing the footsteps of Franklin, Jefferson, Washington, and Adams. Includes an English-speaking guide, Independence Hall tickets, and photo opportunities. Excludes gratuities, food, drink, transportation, and hotel pickup/drop-off.
  - Solo: 1 Adult (18+ yrs)
  - Couple: 2 Adults (18+ yrs)
  - Family: 1 Adult 1 Child (18+ yrs)
  - Family: 1 Adult 2 Children (18+ yrs)
  - Family: 1 Adult 3 Children (18+ yrs)
  - Family: 2 Adults 1 Child (18+ yrs)
  - Family: 2 Adults 2 Children (18+ yrs)
  - Family: 2 Adults 3 Children (18+ yrs)
  - Family: 2 Adults 4 Children (18+ yrs)
  - Group: 3 Adults (18+ yrs)
  - Group: 4 Adults (18+ yrs)
  - Group: 5 Adults (18+ yrs)
  - Group: 6 Adults (18+ yrs)

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## Good to Know

- This kid-friendly tour is approximately 2 hours.
- This is an exclusive guided walking tour with just you, your group and your guide.
- Christ Church Burial Grounds are closed December - February; your guide will substitute this for another site on the day of your tour.
- Carpenter's Hall and the Second Bank are currently being renovated; the tour will stop outside the building instead.
- Comfortable walking shoes and layered clothing are recommended.
- It is recommended to bring a refillable water bottle.
- The tour offers lots of great photo opportunities.

## FAQs

### Where does the tour meet?

Your guide will meet you outside the Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District hotel, 400 Arch St, Philadelphia.

### What should I bring?

It is recommended to bring a refillable water bottle.

### What should I wear?

Comfortable walking shoes, and dress in layers.

### Can I bring my camera?

Yes! Lots of great photo opportunities.

### How long is this private walking tour in Philadelphia?

The Founding Fathers of Philadelphia private walking tour is approximately 2 hours.

### What’s included in the tour?

This tour includes an Independence Hall reservation and a private two-hour guided walking tour with an English-speaking tour guide.