The Black Journey: An African-American History Walking Tour of Philadelphia

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Highly recommended, engaging, and informative. Many reviewers loved learning about Philadelphia's Black history, even locals. Some expressed a desire for more information or a longer tour.

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Duration

2 hours

Wheelchair accessible
Audio guide
Live guide
  • In-Person Guide
  • Gratuities
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby

The tour will commence at the Independence Visitor's Center with an introduction to the topic of Black History during the colonial period. You will hear about the role that Black Americans played in the founding of the nation. The group will continue to the President’s House and hear about the...

  • Duration 2 Hours
  • Group Tour
  • Max 40 people in the group
  • 1

    Independence Hall

    Congress Hall

    Old City Hall

    First U.S. Supreme Court Building

    American Philosophical Society Museum

    Library Hall

    Thomas Jefferson Garden

    First Bank of U.S.

    Second Bank of U.S.

    Carpenter's Hall

    Independence Square

    Washington Square

    Tomb of the Unknown Revolutionary War Soldier

    Bicentennial Moon Tree

    John Todd House

    Bishop White House

    Dock...

    • No Admission Ticket Required
    • Drive-By Only
    • Guided Experience
  • 2

    The President's House

    This is the house where the first two president's lived as well as 9 enslaved individuals.

    • Duration 15 Minutes
    • No Admission Ticket Required
  • 3

    Liberty Bell Center

    This is the bell that sat atop of Independence Hall. It was a symbol for the abolition movement.

    • No Admission Ticket Required
    • Drive-By Only
  • 4

    Congress Hall

    Join the Black Journey to hear the significant to Black history on the tour!

    • No Admission Ticket Required
    • Drive-By Only
  • 5

    Washington Square

    Join the Black Journey to hear the significant to Black history on the tour!

    • Duration 10 Minutes
    • No Admission Ticket Required
  • 6

    Mother Bethel A.M.E. Church

    Join the Black Journey to hear the significant to Black history on the tour!

    • No Admission Ticket Required
    • Drive-By Only

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