Expert Led Tour of Colonial Philadelphia

Expert Led Tour of Colonial Philadelphia

Founded in the 17th century by William Penn as a haven for persecuted Quakers, Philadelphia quickly became the most important city in America. By the dawn of the revolution it was the largest English speaking city in the world outside of London. During the course of this tour through Philadelphia's Old City and Society Hill neighborhoods, we will explore the social and political mechanisms that defined the city and set the stage for the Declaration of Independence and the Continental Congress.

We begin as the city did, along the wharves and with a discussion of the critical figure of William Penn, founding father of the colony of Pennsylvania and architect—in a very real sense—of the city of Philadelphia. As we make our way through the well-preserved historic core of the city, past buildings that still stand after more than 200 years, we'll look at some of the key themes that defined Philadelphia in those early years including Quakerism and religious tolerance and unfettered trade.

Itinerary
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Pass By: Independence Hall, Chestnut Street between 5th and 6th Streets, Philadelphia, PA 19106

Visit Independence Hall

Pass By: Christ Church, 20 N American St On 2nd, Above Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106-4592

Visit Christ Church

Pass By: Society Hill, Philadelphia, PA 19106

Explore Society Hill

Pass By: St. Peter's Episcopal Church, 313 Pine St, Philadelphia, PA 19106-4299

Visit St. Peter's

Pass By: Powel House, 244 S 3rd St, Philadelphia, PA 19106-3811

Visit the Powel House

Pass By: Old City Hall, Independence Mall, Philadelphia, PA 19106

Old City Hall

Pass By: Old City, 1521 Locust St, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA

Explore Old City