Tours & Activities in Philadelphia

Buy your Philadelphia CityPASS® ticket and save up to 47% on combined admission to your choice of 3, 4 or 5 top Philadelphia attractions

Take a hop-on hop-off bus tour of Philadelphia that highlights over 100 years of history. Choose from a 1, 2, or 3-day ticket, and hop off any of the sites along the route and an option to add a visit to the legendary Eastern State Penitentiary.

Have those boring George Washington and Benjamin Franklin tours got you down? Are you TIRED of hearing about wannabe “kings among men” and 18th century equivalent of a tech bro? Well then, boy (pun intended) have we got a product for you. Come one, come all and join us on this unique tour of Philadelphia. Walk alongside the Badass women who formed this city of sisterly love. Uncover the incredible entrepreneurs, doctors, politicians, artists, and activists that have made the city what it is today. Come hear the untold stories you won’t get anywhere else. Tour includes: - Hannah Callowhill Penn, our forgotten founder - Ona Judge and her great escape from George Washington - Barbara Gittings, lesbian pioneer - Women in Medicine - Women in Art: The Red Rose Girls - LGBTQ leaders in the Gayborhood Wheel Chair Accessible upon request.

Immerse yourself in the wacky world of illusions!

Visit one of America's oldest scientific institutions with this ticket to Drexel University's Academy of Natural Sciences.

Designed for fun, comfort and incredible harbor views, Spirit of Philadelphia is ready to show you the city with great food, drinks and a DJ live set

Discover mind-bending optical illusions and immersive rooms at the Museum of Illusions in Philadelphia. Confuse your brain and senses while having loads of fun and plenty of photo-ops.

Join this exciting “Rocky” movie locations tour and visit several iconic sites that were featured in the legendary franchise. Leave the driving to your local expert guide as you explore the neighborhood that Rocky called home. You'll see his apartment from the first movie, and the building that served as Mighty Mick's Gym. Head down into South Philly, where you can jog up the Italian Market, ask for a blessing at Father Carmine's church and glide past Adrian's Restaurant. Drive out to historic Laurel Hill Cemetery to pay respects to Adrian and Paulie at the headstones that were made for the films. The final highlight will be the famous “Rocky” steps in front of the Philadelphia Museum of Art, where you will also find the giant bronze statue of Rocky himself! Scale the steps for a breathtaking view of the city before striking a pose with the statue for an amazing photo op. Throughout the tour, you and your guide will share Rocky trivia and recite all the quotes word for word.

Explore interactive exhibits and live science shows at this historic museum

Learn about the history of the most influential people who fought against racial segregation with a ticket to the African American Museum in Philadelphia.

Book this Philadelphia food tour to visit 5 delicious, local eateries and try popular Philly foods, all while exploring the city's sights and history!

Explore impactful sites of the American Revolution around Philadelphia on a history tour with a historian. Visit some of the most important sites connected to the revolution, such as the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall.

Interested in touring Philly's Historic District? Great! Let us show you around. Be taken back in time as you are regaled about how the Liberty Bell worked (and cracked,) envision the founders debating inside Carpenters Hall and then Independence Hall as you learn about the issues they faced and gaze upon the building where Jefferson worked in solitude to write our Declaration of Independence. We provide the history, you supply the imagination. In 90 minutes you will see 21 sites (the most of any walking tour) from a guide with a degree in History and a passion for Philadelphia. We are an owner-operated small business & the best choice for a walking tour in Philly. See you on the tour!

Looking for thrills? You’ve found them

The Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass allows entry to over 25 top attractions in Philadelphia, including the National Constitution Center and more!

Embark on a two-day tour from Manhattan to Niagara Falls, Washington D.C., and Philadelphia. Explore iconic sites and learn about U.S. history.

Go beyond what the textbooks tell you on this historic walking tour of Philadelphia. View the most iconic historical sights of Independence National Park and admire the beautiful architecture.

Craving nostalgic South Philly Italian Cuisine? Take a step back in time, savor homemade pasta, bread and wine. Voted by Philadelphia Inquirer 2023 “Best Walking Tours in Philadelphia”. Enjoy Italian pasta dishes from favorite locations honoring long-traditions. Learn about local history and folklore while enjoying great food . Join lively table discussions (or debates!) about sauce and gravy.A taste of Italy in Philly where you can reminisce and bring back childhood memories, the flavors you haven’t seen in years. Dive into conversations about the 5 BIG F’s: food, folklore, film, friends and family. You don’t have to wait until Sunday to have gravy! Breaking bread is meant to be shared with family and new friends everyday. Gluten-Free Pasta available. This food tour is a BYOB, feel free to bring a bottle of wine to enjoy with dinner

An immersive journey through the American Revolution

The Philadelphia Tourist Bus is a fun and practical way to explore the birthplace of the USA. Hop on and hop off at any of the stops to discover the city.

Check out Philly in a unique and original way! Try out this awesome scavenger hunt through the Philadelphia Museum district and see all the sights!

Explore Eastern State Penitentiary, once the most famous prison in the world. Learn about the history of this facility and its relevance today throug exhibits, history displays, and art installations.

Calling all LGBTQ travelers, gaggle of local gays and their friends alike! Get your facts straight and your history GAY on this specialty tour of Philadelphia’s iconic Gayborhood. Get under the skin of queer Philly. Discover the controversies, paradoxes, and hidden histories of the only formalized Gayborhood in the country. Let’s talk and spill all that historical tea hunny! Tour includes: - Barbara Gittings, "Gay Pioneer" - Alain Locke, Dean of the Harlem Renaissance - Giovanni's Room, The nation's longest continuously-operating LGBT-focused bookstore - The evolution of Pride: from protest to parade - Kiyoshi Kuromiya: Inventor, Architect, Activist - A tribute to Gloria Casarez Wheel Chair Accessible upon request.

See some of the largest battleships ever built by the U.S. Navy

Explore the iconic sights of one of the United States' most important cities on our Philadelphia Private Tour. Choose your own itinerary!