Philadelphia
The City of Brotherly Love
Located on the Delaware River in Southeastern Pennsylvania, Philadelphia played an important role in the birth of the United States and has remained one of the most influential American cities throughout our history. During the American Revolution, Philadelphia was the primary meeting place for our Founding Fathers.It was here that they signed the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776 and the Constitution on September 17, 1787.
Philadelphia also served as one of the nation's many capitals during the Revolutionary War, and served as the temporary national capital from 1790 to 1800 while Washington, D.C. was under construction.
Philadelphia also served as one of the nation's many capitals during the Revolutionary War, and served as the temporary national capital from 1790 to 1800 while Washington, D.C. was under construction.
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Philadelphia was founded by William Penn in October 1682, who planned a city along the Delaware River to serve as a port and center of government. The city grew rapidly, and by 1754 Philadelphia was both the largest city and the busiest port in the original thirteen colonies. From its very beginning the city's vibrant growth attracted many influential thinkers including a young Benjamin Franklin.
Today, Philadelphia is one of the most important financial, medical and educational centers in America. Philadelphia's rich and diverse history has made it a favorite of tourists with the Liberty Bell receiving over 2 million visitors per year. Known for its arts and culture, the city has more outdoor sculptures and murals than any other American city, and Fairmount Park is the largest landscaped urban park in the world.
Today, Philadelphia is one of the most important financial, medical and educational centers in America. Philadelphia's rich and diverse history has made it a favorite of tourists with the Liberty Bell receiving over 2 million visitors per year. Known for its arts and culture, the city has more outdoor sculptures and murals than any other American city, and Fairmount Park is the largest landscaped urban park in the world.
| Tour Highlights | Tour Inclusions | Suggested Side Trips from Philadelphia | Available Options |
| • | Independence Hall |
| • | Liberty Bell |
| • | Betsy Ross' House |
| • | Congress Hall |
| • | Franklin Court |
| • | Franklin Institute of Science |
| • | Elfreth's Alley |
| • | Christ Church |
| • | Second Bank of the US |
| • | Valley Forge |
| • | Museum of Art |
| • | The Liberty Museum |
| • | National Constitution Center |
| • | U.S. Mint |
| • | Transportation to destination via air or motor coach |
| • | Local luxury motor coach dedicated for the entire trip |
| • | Name brand hotel accommodations with inside corridors |
| • | Fully planned itinerary |
| • | Sightseeing & meals |
| • | Complimentary chaperones |
| • | All taxes and gratuities |
| • | 24 hour customer service hotline |
| • | Expert local tour guide |
| • | Travel protection insurance including cancellation, medical and baggage |
| • | Tour director |
| • | Security guards at hotel |
| • | Lancaster - Land of the Amish |
| • | Hershey - Visit Hershey Chocolate World and Hershey Park |
| • | Indian Echo Caverns - A popular limestone cave |
| • | Strasburg - Home of the Strasburg Rail Road and the steam trains |
| • | Gettysburg - Site of the largest battle during the Civil War |
| • | Valley Forge Historical Park - Learn the story of the six month encampment of the Continental Army |
