Historic Philadelphia: Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour
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12 Ratings
Philadelphia
Immerse yourself in the history of Philadelphia with a self-guided walking audio tour. Explore the city's revolutionary past and iconic landmarks, including the Liberty Bell. No expiration, lifetime validity!
Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Liberty Bell Center - Next up: the Liberty Bell! We’ll learn about what makes this bell iconic – and what makes it so susceptible to cracks! As we explore its history and majesty, we’ll also explore it’s significance in later years as Americans fought for their freedom from slavery, for equal voting rights, and for true liberty.
What's Included
  • GPS-enabled storytelling: Automatic play for a hands-free experience. Full support with Call, Chat, Email.
  • Comprehensive tour: Includes itinerary, travel tips, narration, videos, text, and hidden spots.
  • Offline accessible: No need for a cell signal or wifi with offline GPS Map and step-by-step directions.
  • Mobile convenience: Easily downloadable Tour Guide App with provided link and password.
  • Flexible adventuring: Tours can start anytime, span multiple days, and don’t expire.
What's Not Included
  • Attraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations
Additional Information

Experience the path taken by Revolutionary War heroes, uncover the famed Liberty Bell, and relive the struggle for American Independence through a self-conducted audio tour! Take a trip back to historical Philadelphia during the era of George Washington, Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Jefferson, and their revolutionary counterparts.

Once your booking is complete, look out for an email and download the Action Tour Guide App. Enter your unique password to access your tour. The aforementioned processes need a robust internet/wifi connection. Just comply with the audio directions and the path from that point onward.

Please note this is not an entrance pass. Verify the opening hours prior to your visit.

This tour is yours forever — with lifetime validity!

  • How to access: Once you book a tour, you’ll get a confirmation email and an instructions email. Follow the instructions right away: • Download the app • Enter the password • Download the tour • MUST DO while in strong wifi/cellular
  • How to start the tour: Once onsite, open the Action’s Tour Guide App: • If there is just one tour, launch it. • If there are multiple tour versions, launch the one with your planned starting point and direction. • Go to the starting point. (Note: no one will meet you at the start. This tour is self-guided). • The audio will begin automatically at the starting point. If you face audio issues, visit the FAQ. • Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.
  • Amazing savings: Walking Tours: While each person typically needs their tour, couples or small groups can share one using split headphones.
  • Flexibility and Convenience: • Use the tour app anytime, on any day, and over multiple days. It’s perfect for tailoring your exploration and revisiting your favorite spots on future trips. • Start and pause the tour whenever you like, taking breaks and exploring side excursions at your own pace, free from the constraints of a group.
  • Comprehensive Tour Experience: •The app provides a full itinerary, travel tips, narrated audio stories, scripts, images, videos, and recommendations for additional activities. • Enjoy a private experience without the crowds, ideal for personalized stops and photo opportunities.
  • Ease of Use and Accessibility: • The app is hands-free and activates stories via GPS, offering support through call, chat, or email. • There is no need for a continuous cell or Wi-Fi connection as the GPS map works offline.
  • Memorable Keepsakes: • Utilize the app’s images to create a photo book or share on social media, ensuring you have high-quality, crowd-free memories from your trip.
  • Preparation: • After booking, download the app and the tour using a strong Wi-Fi connection. • Review the tour at home before your trip for a better experience.
  • Starting the Tour: • Open the app upon arrival at your destination. • Select the appropriate tour based on your starting point. • Head to the starting location; the audio will begin automatically. • Follow the suggested route and adhere to the speed limit for an optimal experience. • By following these instructions and taking advantage of the app’s features, users can enjoy a personalized, flexible, and in-depth exploration of their destination at their own pace and convenience.
Location
Philadelphia City Hall
John F Kennedy Boulevard
After booking the tour, search your email for the phrase "Set up your self-guided tour now." Follow these instructions NOW to finish setting up the tour while you have Wi-Fi/data. Do NOT wait until you are onsite.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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(12 Ratings)
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Scottdt8423dy
Nov 16, 2023
Really well planned route and perfect length of audio clips. - The guide was really good. Just the right amount of info evenly spaced out. I also visited the Revolutionary War museum which offered an audio tour but found it to be overly wordy which distracted from the exhibits. The Action tours was just the right amount.
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U7731kklouiser
Sep 4, 2023
Learnt so much! Well worth it! - Great tour, learnt a lot. Really loved that we could take at our own pace. Very interesting information! App was easy to use.
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Emilywj2216vl
Sep 4, 2023
Easy and excellent - The app was very easy and clear to use. I especially appreciated the way the next segment would automatically begin playing based on location. It was nice to go at my own pace. Information provided was succinct and illuminating on the fascinating past of Philadelphia. The highlights for me were Jefferson’s house, the Betsy Ross house, and Elfreth’s Alley which I’d never seen before. IMO: another highlight for us was also Revolution House near the end, before the last stop. Not much to look at but great pub food and friendly service with a surprisingly excellent BLT! All in all would recommend and will look for opportunities to use this app in other cities.
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Aaroni194
Sep 4, 2023
Highly recommended walking tour of historic Philadelphia - This tour was excellent! Exactly what one would like from a historic walking tour. We were able to go at our own pace and did not have to deal with any crowds or cooky tour guides. Highly recommend.
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Kareen_v
Apr 19, 2023
Great Experience! - Great experience. We normally go on group tours ñ, but this tour allowed us to go on our own terms. I will definitely be buying the full package for our next vacation.
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Elizabeth_c
Apr 23, 2022
Terrific audio tour! - Terrific audio tour. Highly recommend. I wish every city had such a tour. If I made a wrong turn, I immediately knew from the GPS guide. I stopped at several sites to spend more time. And the information provided was excellent. Thank you!
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Shannonryan1879
Jul 24, 2023
Automatically activates while walking - Loved that the narration automatically activated while walking near the 30+ points of interest and that directions were provided on when to turn so I didn't need Google maps open at the same time. The app includes primary resource materials such as paintings and documents that you can view at the time or later with additional narration when clicking the Learn More. A great feature for those who want to dive deeper into the history. I plan to try one of the tours in another city.
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Anne_s
Aug 22, 2023
A lot of walking with very little information provided. - A lot of walking with very little information provided. The tour could be nice but there is very little information for a lot of walking. Philadelphia has so much history. Tell it!
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Miriam_h
Dec 14, 2023
Disappointing - I am 73 year old, could not get in the app, when finally could get it- it said that this pass word was already used. Very frustrating:(. I paid but could not enjoy it.
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Z40nfdonnam
Jan 22, 2022
Tour unnecessary did not work - The tour did not work! We downloaded the app. They sent password but tour did not show in app. Instead of liberty bell tour a Gettysburg tour showed which is not near here. The password we assume was for liberty bell. Could not add the tour could not reach vendor by text or email. Was a waste of money. As it turns out liberty bell museums is free and open to the public with lots of historical info was what we did. Do not purchase this kind of tour totally not worth it and don’t waste $
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