Philadelphia: Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour – Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

EXPERIENCE

Start by downloading the Action Tour Guide app, which will function as your personal tour guide, audio tour, and map. Note: This 3+ mile-long tour covers the essentials of Philadelphia in 1-2 hours.

Journey back in time to historic Philadelphia to the days of George Washington. Follow this self-guided tour that has been developed by local guides and narrated by professional voice artists. Make stops along the tour to hike, visit historic homes, and marvel at waterfall views.

Begin at the City Hall and make your way to the historic district while exploring the catalysts of the war. At the famous Independence Hall, dive into the Declaration of Independence s drafting, debating, and signing. From there, explore George Washington s legacy as a politician, general, and president. This leads to the iconic Liberty Bell and the history behind its famous crack and its status as an abolitionist symbol.

Then explore the lives, museums, and homes of revolutionary figures like Ben Franklin, Benedict Arnold, Thomas Jefferson, and Crispus Attacus. Continue your journey past the famous African American Museum, Franklin Square, National Constitution Center, and the Mint.  At the historic Betsy Ross House, see the birthplace of the American flag, and in picturesque Elfreth s Alley, step back into a quaint, cobblestoned era. Finally, pass George Washington s church and finish at the Museum of American Revolution.

HIGHLIGHTS

Immerse yourself in Philadelphia s colonial history as you drive past landmarks
Explore Philadelphia, home to George Washington and other Founding Fathers
Discover Independence Hall, the birthplace of the Declaration of Independence
Learn about the Revolutionary War and the significance of the Liberty Bell
Listen to the descriptions of the city as curated by creative writers

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