Guided Tours of Philadelphia Now Available – A Fresh Look at the City of Brotherly Love

The Philadelphia Visitor Centre launched a seasonal Rocky Bus Tour which this year runs until the end of August. The Rocky Philadelphia 2025 Summer Tour Series, in partnership with Pat’s King of Steaks and WeVenture Tours, offers fans a deep dive into the Philly neighborhoods made famous by the Rocky films, the original of which is 50 years old next year. This is definitely one to consider for visit to Philadelphia next summer.

Additional Philadelphia film locations can be explored on Viator’s Philadelphia Movie and Television Sites Walking tour , which visits sites featured in television shows like It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia, Cold Case, Trading Places and Sixth Sence as well as many others.

In addition to film and tv locations there are a large variety of other types of city tour options, enabling visitors to explore multiple aspects of the city including history, art, and cuisine.

Explore the historic district by foot on a walking tour of Old City with The Constitutional Walking Tour. The 75-minute tour explores the hot spots of Independence National Historical Park, with entertaining guides providing unique insights into early American history. Visitors can also explore historic sites with WeVenture’s Philadelphia History Highlights and Revolution Tour. With a focus on the city’s rich Black history, The Black Journey Tour offers four themed walking tours that explore different periods in Philadelphia and American history, with stops at important sites, buildings, monuments, and more.

See where the Declaration of Independence was signed on a guided tour of Independence Hall with the National Park Service. Tickets can be reserved for $1/each in advance .

For a spooky adventure, the Ghost Tour of Philadelphia offers nighttime walks to the city’s haunted sites. Beyond the Bell’s Badass Women’s History Tour reveals the stories of the remarkable women who shaped Philadelphia.

Discover why Philadelphia is known as the “Mural Capital of the World” with guided and self-guided tours from Mural Arts Philadelphia. Another great option is WeVenture’s South Philly Arts Tour.

Book online a behind-the-scenes tour of the Italian Market or East Passyunk Avenue with Chef Jacquie’s STrEATS of Philly Food Tours. Come hungry because tours are arranged around lunch or dinner. Beer lovers can embark on a walking or van tour of the city’s growing craft brew scene on City Brew Tours. Those with a sweet tooth will love Underground Donut Tour which  gives guests a chance to try a huge choice of sweet treats from the inventive flavours at Federal Donuts to the classic style at Beiler’s Doughnuts.

City Food Tours offers multiple tours of iconic foodie locations throughout Philadelphia, including Reading Terminal Market, Fishtown, Old City, and more.

See the city from William Penn’s point of view! The City Hall Tower Tour offers a panoramic view of Philadelphia’s landscape from 548 feet above ground. Ascend to the top of the historic building via elevator to enjoy a spectacular view of the Benjamin Franklin Parkway and city skyline from the city’s highest open-air observation deck.

The City Hall Building Tour explores the history, art, and architecture of the world’s highest masonry load-bearing structure, which consists of 88 million bricks! Learn more interesting facts and view the building’s grandest rooms on this guided tour, which also includes a tour around the building’s perimeter that explores the more than 250 sculptures designed by Alexander Milne Calder that adorn the structure.

Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a repeat guest, these guided tours offer a fresh and immersive way to experience Philadelphia’s rich history, vibrant culture, and iconic landmarks. With knowledgeable guides leading the way, each tour promises unforgettable stories, stunning sights, and a deeper connection to the City of Brotherly Love.

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