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Overview
Discover Philadelphia with Welcome Walks - digital walking tours for the modern traveler. Our custom-designed tours give you the freedom to explore a destination on your own time schedule at your own pace. Listen on your smartphone, Welcome Walks tours are distinguished by historical discoveries, art and architecture, popular culture and local food information. Each walking tour showcases local history and provides fresh air and a fun way to exercise.
What's included
A Unique Way to Discover Philadelphia. Downloadable to smartphones and ready when you are.
What to expect
Declaration House (Graff House)
5m · Admission ticket not included
This is one of the most significant houses in Philadelphia, actually in the entire country, because it is truly the birthplace of America. It is here that Thomas Jefferson resided as he penned the Declaration of Independence that would forever sever our ties with Great Britain and begin a new nation.
Christ Church
5m
The names on the tombs within this historic burial ground are extensive and read as a who’s who of colonial Philadelphia. There are 1400 grave markers here. Probably the most famous tomb is that of Benjamin Franklin who rests beside his wife, Deborah and their four-‐‑year-‐‑old son, Francis. Actually Ben Franklin wrote his own epitaph when he was 23 years old.
Elfreth's Alley
5m
It is almost universally accepted that Elfreth’s Alley is the oldest continuously inhabited residential street in the United States. It is a National Historic Landmark.
Christ Church
5m
One of America’s most historic shrines and a beautiful building in its own right, Christ Church has often been called the “Nation’s Church” because of the number of patriots that have worshiped here. Its admired for its historical, architectural, and religious significance.
Liberty Bell Center
10m
Although the bell remains silent to our ears, its message still rings loudly throughout America still and it is one of the major icons of our country and the liberty we all enjoy as Americans.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
For our first stop, the Graff House, or Declaration House, make your way to 701 Market St, which is on the corner of North 7th and Market Street.
End point
Additional information
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
