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Philadelphia Historic Self Guided Walking Tour and Scavenger Hunt

New To The Site! Philadelphia, USA

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2 to 3 hours (Approx.)
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Overview

Are you looking for things to do around the Philadelphia Historic District? Indeed, our 3-hour self-guided walking tour and scavenger hunt takes you to see all the sights!

Walk from Independence Hall to Mother Bethel’s, the Philadelphia Contributionship, Elfreth’s Alley, the National Constitution Center, and the Declaration House before returning to the start location. As you walk, see many more sights, and solve challenges at every leg. All the while, you will learn some local history and get valuable local tips.

Things to do in Philadelphia, the Historic District Tourist Scavenger Hunt is a 4.2 km / 2.5 mi self-guided walking tour with many varied challenges. It should take you 3 hours to complete and ends near the start location.
A fun learning experience
Learn some local history
Fun for all ages, kids included
Start whenever you are ready, from your smartphone – no fixed schedule
Take as little, or as much time as you wish to complete your hunt

What's Included

  • Scavenger Hunt on smartphone (mobile site)
  • 50 varied challenges
  • Internet access on your smartphone required
  • Admission is not included for any location, as you do not need to enter them for this activity.

Meeting Location

Meeting point

Public Ledger Building, 101 S 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA

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Once you're standing outside the Ledger Hotel, and have completed the transaction with our website, log in with your account (My Account / Scavenger Hunts) and click on the blue button to begin your scavenger hunt.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Start Time

Opening Hours

  • 11/24/2023 - 4/2/2026

    Monday - Sunday | 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM

What To Expect

The Ledger Residences by Sosuite (Pass By)

This is the starting point for your self-guided walking tour. Spend 5 minutes here learning how the game works, learning the history of the Ledger, and solving a challenge.
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Congress Hall (Pass By)

Spend 5 minutes learning about the history of Congress Hall, and solving a challenge.
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Independence Square (Pass By)

A 2-minute walk from the previous destination. Learn about Commodore John Barry and Independence Square as you walk to your next destination. 5 minutes here.
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Washington Square

A 2-minute walk from the previous destination. Solve several challenges as you visit this park with many monuments. Spend about 15 minutes in the park.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Athenaeum of Philadelphia (Pass By)

Learn about the Athenaeum as you walk by it.
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Thomas Sully Residence (Pass By)

A 2-minute walk from your previous destination. Learn about Thomas Sully and quickly solve a challenge here. 3-4 minutes here.
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Mother Bethel A.M.E. Church (Pass By)

A 3-minute walk from the previous destination. Solve 3 challenges as you learn about this church and its important history. Spend about 10 minutes here.
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B'nai Abraham Chabad (Pass By)

A 1-minute walk from the previous destination. Solve a challenge as you learn about this temple's history. 2-3 minutes here.
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The Presbyterian Historical Society (Pass By)

A 1-minute walk from the previous destination. Learn about this historical society and solve a challenge. About 5 minutes here
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Old Pine Street Church Graveyard (Pass By)

A 2-minute walk from the previous destination. Discover who's interred here and solve a challenge related to a nearby house. About 6-7 minutes here.
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Hill-Physick House (Pass By)

A 3-minute walk from the previous destination. Solve a challenge as you learn about the father of American surgery. About 4-5 minutes here.
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Old St. Mary's Church (Pass By)

A 2-minute walk from the previous destination. Solve 3 challenges as you learn about this historic church and its famous members. Spend 5-10 minutes here.
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The Philadelphia Contributionship (Pass By)

A 2-minute walk from the previous destination. Learn about this insurance company created by Benjamin Franklin and solve a challenge in 3-5 minutes.
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18th Century Garden of the Independence National Historic Park (Pass By)

A 2-minute walk from the previous destination. Admire this beautiful garden on your way to your next destination Spend 2 minutes here.
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Independence Historical Library (Pass By)

A 4-minute walk from the previous destination. Solve 4 challenges as you walk around this beautiful building and learn about its history and that of the buildings surrounding it. Spend a good 10-15 minutes with the challenges around this location.
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First Bank of the United States (Pass By)

A 1-minute walk from the previous destination. Solve a challenge based on elements on the Bank's façade and learn about its history. This location takes 5-10 minutes
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Carpenters' Hall (Pass By)

A 2-minute walk from the previous destination. Learn about Carpenters Hall and its surrounding park and solve 3 challenges while you're here. Spend 10 minutes here.
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Franklin Court (Pass By)

A 3-minute walk from the previous destination. Spend some time (20 minutes) here solving various challenges as you learn about the Benjamin Franklin Museum, the site of his former house and his printing office.
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Betsy Ross House (Pass By)

A 5-minute walk from the previous destination. Learn about the seamstress who put together the 1st American flag. Solve a challenge while you're here 5 minutes here.
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Elfreth's Alley (Pass By)

A 5-minute walk from the previous destination. Learn about the history of this alley, who lived here, and how it was preserved. Easily spend 10 minutes here admiring the architecture and decorations.
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Fireman's Hall (Pass By)

A 3-minute walk from the previous destination. Learn about this fire station started by Benjamin Franklin, and the history of firefighting in Philadelphia. 4-5 minutes here.
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Museum for Art in Wood (Pass By)

A 5-minute walk from the previous destination. Learn about the Museum for Art in Wood and solve a challenge about the mural across the street. 5 minutes here
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Arch Street Meeting House (Pass By)

A 5-minute walk from the previous destination. Learn about the Quakers and their influence on Philadelphia. Solve a challenge here. 3-4 minutes here.
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Keys To Community (Pass By)

A 1-minute walk from the previous destination. Learn more about Benjamin Franklin and the Philadelphia Fire Department. Spend 10 minutes here solving a few challenges.
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United States Mint (Pass By)

A 2-minute walk from the previous destination. Learn about this 4th US Mint building and who inaugurated it. Further on you'll see the location of the 1st Mint. 4-5 minutes here.
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National Constitution Center (Pass By)

A 2-minute walk from the previous destination. Find out what you can see at this museum and solve a challenge as you walk to your next destination. 5 minutes here
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The African American Museum in Philadelphia (Pass By)

A 5-minute walk from the previous destination. Learn about what is to be seen in this museum. Solve a few challenges around here 4-5 minutes here.
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Declaration House (Graff House) (Pass By)

A 5-minute walk from the previous destination. Learn about this reconstruction of the original Declaration House, as well as how the Declaration of Independence was written. 10 minutes here and 2 other quick stops.
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The President's House (Pass By)

A 3-minute walk from the previous destination. Discover what used to the be President's house and learn about how slavery was allowed into the Constitution which was meant to be a document about liberty. 5 minutes here.
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Liberty Bell Center (Pass By)

A 1-minute walk from the previous destination. See the Liberty Bell Center and peer at the actual Liberty Bell while you're making your way to Independence Hall. 5 minutes here.
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Independence Hall (Pass By)

A 1-minute walk from the previous destination. This is where your activity ends. Learn about the rich history of this edifice, how it came to be, and the significant moments it housed. 5-10 minutes here admiring the sights.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Cancellation Policy

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

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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’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour’s local time.

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