Guide to Historical Philadelphia

Private tour, great history walk.

City of Philadelphia city hike. Perfect weather for a December hike. Enjoyed Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, Betsy Ross house, Sonny’s Cheesesteaks, Ben Franklin, fireman museum and More!

Nice walk for all and opportunity to see multiple historic sites and enjoy food in the city.

Too hot for the walk but there was some shade around. Not too much to see in my opinion. But still a nice stroll.

Easy trail to walk. A lot of history along this walk. If you are here for the first time, I recommend this walk.

I thoroughly enjoyed Old City, especially Congress & Independence Halls, Ben Franklin's printing press, and the Revolutionary War Museum. But those are museums. The walk between them wasn't anything special and this is a hiking review, so I guess the right rating is 3 stars?

Great sight

historic walk

I was hoping this would be similar to the freedom trail in Boston. It is not.. This is a walk on city sidewalks AROUND THE PERIMETER of the national historic sites in Philly. Do yourself a favor, ignore this route, and wslk THROUGH the historic areas.

History of philly

Awesome views

There needs to be longer guides in Philly. Maybe I'll make one. Still great for those who are looking for a quick history hike. Well done!

Great route!! So many great sites. Nice for a couple on a date or family experience.

Be careful on this urban hike. You will spend so much money purchasing items at the local shops along the way. It’s more of a romantic stroll than it is a hike. Definitely do this one with someone you like.

Added Washington Square Park too!

I wouldn't include "guide" in the description of this trail, but its a nice path to follow if you're visiting and not sure where to wander around for an hour.

A short walk through history that is a stretch to call a hike. Unfortunately everything is closed due to COVID-19 but can still see the exterior buildings and read the signage. However giving the trail anything less than 5 stars seems a bit unpatriotic.

Great ride

Nice historic urban walk!

My family and I walked about 1/2 of this trail, reading about five of the yellow dots together out loud. My two school aged daughters appreciated the history lesson and I appreciated the hints along the way of how much things cost, and what was “free.” We deviated from the tour in several places, like Franklin museum and the print making museum. We also entered the Second Bank of Philadelphia Ann’s Carpenter Hall. Overall, it was a great experience. Not at all disappointing and a fun family day.

This is the best walk in Philly taking you to all the major historic attractions. I extend it to the harbor and we walk along the river exploring Independence Seaport museum as well. I like it that Chinatown is nearby on Arch street as well so we went there for dinner.

Very interesting and full of important places. Lots of important history.

This historical walk is only good if you're a tourist, a Philadelphian that never stepped out of their zip code or just prefer the concrete jungle over the real beauty of mother nature.

Northern Libs to Olde City to Center Center to South Philadelphia!! One end to the other Walked From Girard to Reading Terminal Market, not hard on a beautiful fall or spring day. Tons to see.

sightseeing.

There is so much to do and see for history buffs. I did as much as I could in one day.

If you're in Philadelphia, you must check out as many stops in old city as you can. Philadelphia has such amazing history!

enjoyable walk.