A tour of the American Military’s birthplace.The Constitutional Walking Tour’s Military TourHere at The Constitutional Walking Tour we’re well known for our custom tours which can be designed to fit the exact needs of our guests. Custom tours are available to VIP customers who hire a private guide as well as to all groups, such as corporate and school groups. One custom tour… Read More
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The Constitutional Walking Tour may be best known for our walking tours of Historic Philadelphia, but we also love ALL of Philadelphia. In this blog, we will tell you about some of our favorite places in Philadelphia, share news and give you the insider tips you can use to enjoy them like a real Philadelphian. Some of our favorite places in Philadelphia are iconic landmarks, others are hidden gems, all of them are worth a visit!
Related PostBuy Tickets for The Constitutional Walking Tour of Philadelphia - See 20+ Sites on a Primary Overview of Independence Park, including the Liberty Bell and Independence HallThe oldest natural science research institution and museum in the New World. The HistoryAs the largest city in the American Colonies and the home of Benjamin Franklin, Philadelphia had become a center of… Read More
America’s First ZooThe HistoryLong before America had its first Zoo, its citizens were paying to view animals. Rickett’s Circus, America’s first circus, opened in 1793 at 12th and Market Street here in Philadelphia. Audiences that even included then President of the United States, George Washington were entertained by impressive horse riding shows and dog tricks. Showmen across… Read More
Related Post:Buy Tickets for The Constitutional Walking Tour of Philadelphia - See 20+ Sites on a Primary Overview of Independence Park, including the Liberty Bell and Independence HallUniversity City is one of Philadelphia’s most diverse and vibrant neighborhoods.The HistoryThe land that is known as University City today was originally the territory of the Lenni-Lenape Native American… Read More
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Videographer Cory J Popp uniquely captures Philadelphia in his video series “Uncover Philly”The HistoryCapturing Philadelphia on film dates all the way back to advent of photography itself. An 1839 daguerreotype photo of Philadelphia’s storied Central High School by Joseph Saxton is thought to be the "oldest extant daguerreotype" photo in the United States. Saxton took his… Read More
One of Philadelphia’s most historic neighborhoodsThe HistoryNorthern Liberties is as old as Philadelphia itself, founded by Philadelphia’s founder, William Penn in 1682. Northern Liberties was the land located north of the original 1682 boundary of Philadelphia and early purchasers of land in Philadelphia would also be granted a lot in Northern Liberties. In the 17th and 18th… Read More
Eat a meal prepared by a culinary starThe HistoryPhiladelphia has always been well known for its great food, but with the advent of reality television, many people are starting to get to know some of the talented chefs that make Philadelphia’s great food. Many of Philadelphia’s best restaurants are run by chefs who you may recognize from Bravo’s Top Chef, the Iron Chef, and a number… Read More
Related Post:Buy Tickets for The Constitutional Walking Tour of Philadelphia - See 20+ Sites on a Primary Overview of Independence Park, including the Liberty Bell and Independence HallOne of the finest urban public spaces in the United States The HistoryWhen William Penn founded Philadelphia in 1682, he designed the first planed city in America. Coming from the crowded and disease… Read More
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