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Philadelphia Architecture: Discover Every American Style on a GPS Audio Tour

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Overview

Join me on a self-guided GPS audio tour that’ll open your eyes to the full range of Philadelphia’s architecture, spanning every American style from the 1850s to the present. One of the richest periods artistically, it was also one of the wealthiest. Mark Twain called these years the “Gilded Age” because America’s economy boomed and vast fortunes were rapidly made.

Gilded Age styles like Second Empire Baroque, High Victorian Gothic and Romanesque all compete for your attention on this tour. The styles they gave way to as we entered the 20th century are eye catching too, like Beaux Arts, Art Deco, and International Style. Then from the 1970s we enter the Postmodern era, where almost anything goes architecturally – and that’s where we still find ourselves today.

Along the way, I’ll tell you plenty of interesting but not strictly architectural stories about Philadelphia and its buildings too.

What's Included

  • VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
  • Lifetime access to this tour in English
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • Food and drink
  • Smartphone and headphones
  • Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

North Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA

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End point

Arch Street
Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA

The tour ends at Love Park.

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Opening Hours • Daily Midnight - 11:59 PM

What To Expect

Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts (Pass By)

The tour starts outside the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts.
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Masonic Temple (Pass By)

The tour passes by the Masonic Temple.
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City Hall Visitor Center (Pass By)

The tour passes by City Hall.
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The Union League of Philadelphia (Pass By)

The tour passes by The Union League of Philadelphia.
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Academy of Music (Pass By)

The tour passes by the Academy of Music.
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One Liberty Observation Deck (Pass By)

The tour passes by One Liberty Observation Deck.
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Penn Center/Suburban Station (Pass By)

The tour passes by the Penn Center/Suburban Station.
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Love Park (Pass By)

The tour ends at Love Park.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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Q: What's included in the price?

A: The following is included: VoiceMap App for Android and iOS.Lifetime access to this tour in English.Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata. The following is NOT included: Food and drink.Smartphone and headphones.Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route.Transportation. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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  • VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
  • Lifetime access to this tour in English
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • Food and drink
  • Smartphone and headphones
  • Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
  • Transportation

Additional Info

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  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options 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
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