President's House Tours and Tickets

See the dark side of Philly during this adult night tour developed by a local university professor. Not for the faint of heart, this tour uncovers Philadelphia’s R-rated sites and stories, from vampires, pirate ghost ships, and haunted attractions to torture, executions, and the red light district. You'll also visit historical attractions and see the sights illuminated at night. This tour is not suitable for children.

Take a deep dive into Philadelphia history on this guided walking tour of the city’s Revolutionary landmarks. With a full roster of historical sites like Independence Hall as well newer institutions such as the Museum of the American Revolution, this tour combines all the essentials for a keen understanding of Philly’s crucial role in the founding of the United States.

Discover the birthplace of America on this guided walking tour through the country’s most historic area in Philadelphia. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the Independence National Historical Park and more than 20 other historic sites on this 1.25-mile trek, including the National Constitution Center, Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell Center, and many more.

Discover the history and flavors of Philadelphia on a walking tour. Follow your guide to the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, and other noteworthy sights in the Birthplace of Independence. Get to see some of the favorite haunts of the country’s founding fathers and other influential Americans.

Uncover Philadelphia’s dark past, and visit some of its most famous landmarks besides, on this macabre, small-group walking tour of Center City. Meet your guide (a college professor or trained historian), and set off to sights ranging from Betsy Ross House and Elfreth’s Alley to Christ Church and beyond. As you go, listen to ghost stories, legends about famous serial killers, and other spooky tales. The tour concludes with a beverage or moonshine sample.

Uncover Philadelphia’s dynamic African-American heritage during this Black history-focused walking tour. Learn about the lives of enslaved people, including the daring escape of Martha Washington’s handmaid, and the Black pastor who founded African Methodist Episcopal Church. You’ll cover the city’s top attractions along the way, including the Liberty Bell and Congress Hall.

Embark on a pub crawl with a twist when you visit Philadelphia’s spookiest landmarks and drinking dens. Pick from several convenient departure times, and meet your guide in the heart of Center City. With just a small group for company, you’ll follow your guide to centuries-old cemeteries, macabre colonial landmarks, and other eerie attractions. Then, continue onward to three supposedly haunted bars and taverns, where you’ll enjoy drink samples, snacks, and prize giveaways.

Discover many of Philadelphia’s best-known historic landmarks—and learn all about the earliest chapters in American history and democracy—on this private walking tour. Pick from several convenient start times, meet your guide right outside the Independence Visitor Center, and get ready to explore. As you stroll past monuments like Independence Hall, Betsy Ross House, the Liberty Bell, and more, you’ll hear stories from this UNESCO-listed city’s past.

Step into the shoes of America's founding fathers as you walk through the streets of Philadelphia on a private walking tour. Alongside a private tour guide, visit key landmarks of the Old City including the Betsey Ross House, Old City Hall, and the Liberty Bell. Your costumed guide regales you with stories and facts about the birth of the US and Philadelphia's significance.

Follow in the footsteps of one of the country’s most popular Founding Fathers—and discover many of Philadelphia’s key historic landmarks as you go—on this small-group Alexander Hamilton tour of the city. Meet your guide in Old City and set off on foot: in between spotting highlights like Independence Hall, Franklin Court, and Christ Church, you’ll learn about important chapters in Hamilton’s life.

Get to know the man behind the award-winning smash musical during this private, Alexander Hamilton-themed tour of Philadelphia. Learn about the banking system that Hamilton set up and revisit key episodes in the Founding Father's life. Tour stops include Independence Hall, Franklin Court, Todd House, and the Merchant Exchange Building, across the street from Hamilton's home.

Escape the chaos of the Big Apple and head to another of the East Coast's top cities on this incredible tour that showcases the best of urban and rural American living. Travel from New York to Philadelphia and spend the morning touring the city's top historic sights. See where America was born as you check out Constitution Hall, the Liberty Bell and more. Next, head to picturesque Amish country, where you'll meet some of the 31,000 Amish who call Lancaster County home. See how people live today using practices that date back to the 1800s and follow your own Amish guide through the community. 

Explore Philadelphia and its rich Revolutionary history at your own pace with this self-guided audio walking tour. The app-based tour offers a vivid account of the city’s early days as it guides you to must-see landmarks including the Liberty Bell Center, the Betsy Ross House, and the National Constitution Center. Using a live GPS Map along with audio, images, and text, this tour turns your smartphone into a personal tour guide.

Step back in time to when Old City, Philadelphia was the heart of the American Revolution—and follow in the footsteps of the city’s Founding Fathers and Mothers—on this history-themed walking tour. Pick from several convenient start times, meet your guide in the heart of the neighborhood, and set off on foot. You’ll see sights like the Betsy Ross House, the Liberty Bell, Elfreth’s Alley, Independence Hall, and much more.

Experience the history of the United States on this guided small group walking tour around Philadelphia, the birthplace of freedom in America. You'll see the building where the Declaration of Independence and the US Constitution were signed, the Liberty Bell, Betsy Ross's House, and much more! This tour even includes a special presentation about George Washington in the Museum of the American Revolution.

Philadelphia’s critical role in the founding of the United States makes it a treasure trove of historical landmarks and stories. Delve deep into its past on this private guided walking tour, which offers ample time to ask questions, take photos, and soak up the history. After exploring Philadelphia’s Historic District, you’ll wrap up the tour with tickets to visit Independence Hall at your own pace.

Focus on the history-makers of Philadelphia on this history tour. With a small group of just 10 people or fewer, stroll through historic Philadelphia and learn about pioneers in medicine, politics, and other change-makers. A small group means you'll have plenty of time to ask questions and you'll enjoy personalized attention.

Return to the American Revolution with this essential bundle of driving and walking tours! Walk in the footsteps of the founding fathers along Boston’s Freedom Trail and in Philadelphia’s historic Old City. Visit the spot where the Boston Tea Party began. Follow the famous battle of Lexington & Concord, where the “shot heard ‘round the world” was fired! Plus, take a trip through Valley Forge, the site where General George Washington’s army faced impossible odds early in the revolution. No expiration — The tour comes with lifetime validity! This isn't an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit.

Explore Philadelphia's Old Town on our music infused, British narrated and top notch technology guided tour. The top notch production quality will elevate the experience offering an ambiance of the revolution. Don't miss out on this experience. Now a rebel is defined as “a person who rises in opposition or armed resistance against an established government or ruler.” You will discover the sites of the American Revolutionary Rebels that fought the British Empire. The most powerful empire in the world. And won. You’ll see Ben Franklin’s grave, independence hall, the Betsy ross house, the restaurant the founding fathers feasted, Alexander Hamilton’s home, the Liberty Bell, Carpenters Hall, the First Bank of the United States, the oldest alley in Philadelphia and more. You’ll hear the tales of the American Rebels Benjamin Franklin, George Washington, Alexander Hamilton, Haym Solomon, Betsy Ross, John Hancock and other well-known rebels that founded this great nation.

Step back in time and learn about Philadelphia’s rich history as you walk through the Old City and Independence Park. Walk along the cobblestone streets and see several points of interest including the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, and the Betsy Ross House. Your guide sheds light on the history of America’s historic capital as well as the women, people of color, indigenous groups, and LGBTQ individuals who helped shape the nation.

Philadelphia is widely regarded as one of America’s most historically significant cities, and for good reason! This is the city where the Declaration of Independence and the US Constitution were born. It was Philly that served as America’s capital before Washington DC even existed. Here is where the American flag was created, where Ben Franklin proved that lightning was electricity, and where the iconic Liberty Bell rang and cracked but endures as a symbol of freedom. These are just a few examples of how Philadelphia has helped shape the United States of America. Come and take a guided stroll through Independence National Park, along the cobblestone streets of Old City, past buildings, statues, and monuments, and through the history you think you know. Your local guide will separate the fact from the fiction and you will be amazed by Philadelphia’s remarkable past.

Ghosts, witches, demons, evil magic, and werewolves have spellbound horror writers but are rooted in something very real. Philadelphia ghost stories and spooky fall lore are discussed within a wider historical context of supernatural and folkloric cultural diffusion; and Halloween season lore, in particular. Are vampires real? How do we expel demonic possession and ghosts? Is all magic maleficium? This tour is as scholarly as it is creepy. No minimum age. Available only October 2022. Give our Exorcism and Halloween episodes a listen free on Grim Philly Podcast; then come to our Philly ghost tour for more, and in person.

Learn about the American revolution and the revolutionaries that made independence a reality. Learn how they strategized, where they met, who helped them, and who ended up betraying the nation. Visit a section of the city still preserved like revolutionary times. Test your knowledge by answering our trivia quiz and learn bits of history along the way It's a quiz and an audio tour guide! This package is ideal for individuals who want to explore, learn, and have fun. The tour includes optional location-based trivia questions. Throughout the path, you'll be asked questions that may need you to look around for answers. If you get it right, the app will fill you in on bits of history and play the audio. You can skip the questions if you want to, and use the app as a personal GPS-triggered tour guide. Note: Only available for Apple devices.

The concept of a free country was born within a few square blocks. We will visit the revered structures of the past, including those where the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution were drafted, where presidents lived, and where delegates discussed the destiny of our nation. Along the route, we'll pass by a few well-known artifacts and discover the mysteries and tales these structures conceal. We'll talk about some names you've probably never heard of and share some historical obscurities. Let's hop in our time machine and head back to America in the 18th century.