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Things to do in Philadelphia

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4.85 out of 5 average rating, 1158 reviews

Explore Philadelphia's history

Walk Independence National Historical Park to see landmarks and learn about Philly's past.

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 380 reviews

Creating Philly Memories

Skip lines, pay no cover, and visit 4 or 5 of our favorite bars, and a secret speakeasy.

4.87 out of 5 average rating, 214 reviews

Flavors of Philadelphia Food Tour

Bite into diverse flavors, from classic cheesesteaks to sustainable local cuisine

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 34 reviews

Walk the Path to Independence for America’s 250th

Begin at Philadelphia’s oldest tavern, then walk from Society Hill to Old City as Philadelphia’s colonial story unfolds from William Penn’s arrival in 1681 to independence in 1776.

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 75 reviews

A Toast to History

See the site of the First Continental Congress with a private, after-hours visit.

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 231 reviews

Uncover Philadelphia's Black History

Walk through historic sites with a historian and legal scholar.

5 out of 5 average rating, 20 reviews

Insider's Food Tour: South Philly & Italian Market

Join a food journalist for a behind-the-scenes tour of South Philadelphia's food scene.

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 25 reviews

Uncover Prohibition History Through Cocktails

Try 5 cocktails & mocktails crafted by a bartender—using premium spirits—in a colorful, upbeat speakeasy tucked away in an unassuming Airbnb, like the hidden bars found in lodges & inns of the 1920s.

4.72 out of 5 average rating, 18 reviews

Flavors of Philly food tour

Discover Philly's most popular food favorites on a guided foodie tour. Get a taste of Philly's history and culture as you chow down on favorite local foods.

5 out of 5 average rating, 24 reviews

Philly urban history tour hosted by a city planner

Discover why Philadelphia's streets, parks, and built environment look the way they do. Learn the cultural origins of its many nicknames. Experience its artistic heart, the Ben Franklin Parkway.

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Explore Philly's Colonial Gem, Society Hill

Visit Philadelphia’s oldest tavern, A Man Full of Trouble, then explore Society Hill’s cobblestone streets through America’s densest concentration of colonial-era homes with a local urban planner.

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Collage Storytelling at Soul Fly Club

Shape a mixed-media collage using materials from Soul Fly Club's Black archival collection. Guided by a community art curator, explore storytelling and memory.

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Ona Judge's Philadelphia: A Journey to Freedom

Trace the steps that Ona Judge, the enslaved handmaiden of George Washington, made on her triumphant escape including the President's House, Mother Bethel AME and more, with a local guide.

5 out of 5 average rating, 7 reviews

Wicked Philadelphia - Society Hill Route

The Dirty, Scary, & Buried in Philly Tour. Explore Philly's sinful past - scandals, fatal romances, serial killers, buried secrets, & haunted buildings where the dead don't rest on this walking tour.

5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviews

Explore Philadelphia with a Walking Audio Tour

Explore Philadelphia with my GPS-triggered Audio Tour app. Pick any time slot when booking; it’s only for reservation purposes. Start anytime, any day, travel at your own pace, & enjoy offline access.

5 out of 5 average rating, 3 reviews

Wicked Philadelphia - Old City Route

Philadelphia is a city full of secrets. Full of mysteries. Full of depravity. This is not the Philadelphia of powdered wigs, field trips, and nice little plaques. This is the city’s darker, real side.

5 out of 5 average rating, 3 reviews

Before America - The Making of Philadelphia Tour

Welcome to the metropolis that built America before it was even a country. Join us for an insightful, raw, and story-driven walking tour of historic Old City to decode the DNA of Philadelphia.

5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviews

Breakfast Food Tour

Enjoy breakfast bites, a coffee smoothie, sweet dessert, and more as longtime foodies introduce you to the Reading Terminal Market's families, flavors, and stories of the Market one bite at a time.

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The Rocky Steps Running Tour

Enjoy stunning views along Philadelphia’s Hidden River, pause at iconic sites like the Love Statue, and ascend the famous Rocky Steps for skyline views.

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Dance cardio with a live DJ

Move to the beat in this high-energy 50-minute dance cardio class led by professional instructors and a live DJ.