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The 15 Best Tours in Philadelphia

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Every tour on this site, gathered on one page with the best up top. These 15 are the bookings that beat the rest in Philadelphia right now: what each one costs, how long it runs, and why it earns its place, with the full catalogue underneath if none of them fits your trip.

Dark Philly Adult Night Tour

Dark Philly Adult Night Tour - Adult Material: Exactly What You Should Expect

1.Dark Philly Adult Night Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,241 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $38Our pick

A 2-hour adult walking tour through Philadelphia’s darkest sides, mixing founding-era history, ghost lore, and R-rated stories for $38.

“Was rather disappointed in the tour. It isn't as spooky or dark as they lead you to believe. Don't waste your money.”

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Revolution and the Founders: History Tour of Philadelphia

Revolution and the Founders: History Tour of Philadelphia - Start at Grim Philly Twilight Tours and expect a guided, high-energy pace

Philadelphia Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour

Philadelphia Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour - Getting on at Independence Visitor Center and finding the right start

3.Philadelphia Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 2,347 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $39

Ride an open-top double-decker loop through Philly’s top sights with live English narration, hop-on flexibility, and great views.

“This is a great way to see and hear about downtown Philadelphia and its history. Suiting up top on the open air bus gives you a great view!”

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Philadelphia Old City Historic Walking Tour with 10+ Top Sites

Philadelphia Old City Historic Walking Tour with 10+ Top Sites - The guide matters: Joseph, Seamus, Amanda, Ty, and the comedy edge

2.5 Hour Philadelphia History Tour with Washington War Tent Show

2.5 Hour Philadelphia History Tour with Washington War Tent Show - Old City power stops: Independence Hall, Congress Hall, and Old City Hall

The Constitutional Walking Tour of Philadelphia

The Constitutional Walking Tour of Philadelphia - Price and Pacing: Why $30 Works for a 75-Minute Orientation

6.The Constitutional Walking Tour of Philadelphia

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 902 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $30

A 75-minute guided walk through Philadelphia’s founding landmarks, with 20+ stops and a big-picture view of the Constitution and Declaration.

“Will is a knowledgeable focused guide who knows what his group needs. He is very attentive and ready to answer any questions. He gave enough time for the whole group to discover everything. This tour is an easy walk that widens your prospective on how the US and the American spirit was born. Highly recommended.”

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Philadelphia: Double-Decker Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour

Philadelphia: Double-Decker Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour - Timing and Hop-On Strategy: How to Avoid the Most Common Friction

Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market

Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market - Meeting Spot and Pace: 2.5 Hours in a Group of 12

8.Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 861 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $59

Walk Center City with a small group and eat five tastings from Reading Terminal Market to Sansom Street in about 2.5 hours.

“It’s a great history lesson of a few of the great things that makes Philly unique. Barry was very knowledgeable and told us very cool Things about the city. He explained the food choices very well and made sure we all could eat the foods. Only complaint was he took off too soon before I could pay him a gratuity tip He was well worth the money for the tour”

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BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia

BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia - Where you start: Betsy Ross House and what to plan for before boarding

Philadelphia 2 Hour Electric Cart Tour

Philadelphia 2 Hour Electric Cart Tour - Betsy Ross, Ben Franklin, and Elfreth’s Alley: Old Philadelphia You Can Walk Through Later

10.Philadelphia 2 Hour Electric Cart Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 633 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

2-hour electric cart tour of Philadelphia’s Old City, Rocky steps, Chinatown, and Magic Gardens. Small group, local guide, easy photos.

“Our Guide Adam made all the difference! Super knowledgeable! Electric Cart is the way to see Philly!”

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Double Decker Hop-On Hop-Off City Sightseeing Philadelphia (1, 2, or 3-Day)

Double Decker Hop-On Hop-Off City Sightseeing Philadelphia (1, 2, or 3-Day) - How the 1.5-Hour Loop and 1–3 Day Pass Really Help

Flavors of Philly Food Tour

Flavors of Philly Food Tour - Price and value: what $65 covers (and why it can feel fair)

12.Flavors of Philly Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 505 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $65

Flavors of Philly Food Tour is a 2.5-hour walk of cheesesteaks, cheese whiz fries, tomato pie, pretzels, and Reading Terminal Market dessert.

“Tour guide Adam was great! The food was good and we got some fun history along the way. The walking path was manageable, there are parts of the tour that there isn’t much seating so I would not recommend for anyone who requires lots of sitting breaks.”

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Philadelphia: Revolution and The Founders History Tour

Philadelphia: Revolution and The Founders History Tour - A 2-hour walk that keeps Revolutionary Philadelphia in context

True Crime Philadelphia and History Tour

True Crime Philadelphia and History Tour - Betsy Ross and Elfreth’s Ally: history stops that shape the mood

14.True Crime Philadelphia and History Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 416 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $44

True crime meets Philadelphia’s Founding era on a small-group 2.5-hour walking tour to sites like Betsy Ross House and Christ Church.

“Ted was a great guide truly, it was a fun, interesting, and informative time. Already recommended it to friends and plan on going back for other tours”

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Guided Day Trip to Amish Country from Philadelphia

Guided Day Trip to Amish Country from Philadelphia - The Center City Pickup: Your Stress-Free Start