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New York to Philadelphia Private Tour

2 Reviews 5.00 out of 5 stars Based on 2 reviews collected by Cool NYC and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | New York City, USA
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On average, this is booked 18 (0) days in advance.

12 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

On this all day private tour, your driver-guide will take you Philadelphia, America’s first World Heritage City, where you will spend the day learning and seeing first-hand of the birthplace of place of the United States, one-time capitol of the nation and one of the country’s oldest cities. (Yes, we stop at the Rocky Steps and statue.)

What's Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Private tour
  • Round-trip private transfers
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
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Meeting and Pickup

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We will pick up guests from any location within 15 miles of Times Square.

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Independence Mall

On this all day private tour, you will be met at 7:00 AM by your own private driver-guide and vehicle at the New York City location of your choice. Together, you will travel 90 minutes to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, where you will explore the historic district.
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1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Elfreth's Alley

You will stroll through America’s oldest neighborhood, Elfreth's Ally, with its cobbled street and Georgian and Federal-style houses. You will pass by Betsy Ross’s House-birthplace of the American flag; the original President’s House; Christ Church’s Burial Ground, with the graves of some of America’s earliest prominent leaders; the First Bank of the United State, and more.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Reading Terminal Market

Lunch will be had at the bustling Reading Terminal Market, America's oldest farmer's market, which has more than 100 vendors and merchants.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Ben Franklin National Memorial

Visit Ben Franklin's home, print shop, first Post Office in USA and grave.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Betsy Ross House

Visit Betsy Ross' house, workshop and grave.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Liberty Bell Center

See the Liberty Bell and first President's House.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Independence Hall

Visit the birthplace of America, including a tour of Independence Hall guided by a National Park Ranger.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Congress Hall

Visit the first home of the United States Senate and House of Representatives, with tour, history and explanation by a National Park Ranger.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Christ Church

Visit Christ Church, learn of its place in American History and the many historical figures who worshipped here.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Rocky Statue

Climb the "Rocky Steps" at the Philadelphia Museum of Art and see the Rocky Statue.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Italian Market

See the outdoor produce markets.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

South Street

See the unique street art and mosaics of Isaiah Zagar.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Love Park

Photo op at the famous City of Brotherly Love Sculpture.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul

Beautiful head church of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Philadelphia.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Boathouse Row

Row of 15 Gothic and Victorian rowing club houses on the banks of the Schuylkill River.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Rodin Museum

Photo op stop at "The Thinker."
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Arch Street Meeting House

Visit to old historic Quaker Meeting House.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the New York to Philadelphia Private Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Private tour
  • Round-trip private transfers
  • Driver/guide
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Child safety seats provided. Please inform us in advance of the ages of all children on the tours, so we can come prepared with the approprite seat.
  • Most wheelchair and scooter users can be accommodated (including the wheelchair and scooter - may reduce the maximum capacity of the tour to 5 guests). The guest must be able to transfer from the device to the seat of a mini-van and another guest on the tour is available to help load and unload the device. The guest must also be able to self-propel and / or have someone who is able to push the wheelchair throughout the tour.

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