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Philadelphia Military History Walking Tour
Center City East
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Explore Philadelphia's rich military heritage on this engaging 2.5-hour walking tour. Led by a knowledgeable local guide, visit sites both iconic and overlooked to learn how the foundations of the United States Military were laid here.
Pay tribute at memorials honoring heroes from the Revolutionary War to modern conflicts, visit Independence Hall and the Museum of the American Revolution, and delve into the impactful stories of the city’s role in shaping this nation's history.
The tour concludes at the scenic Delaware waterfront, providing a historical context for the naval ships that have served America.
- Duration: 2.5-hour guided walking tour - Maximum group size of 16 for an intimat...
Höhepunkte
2 Stunden und 30 Minuten
Angeboten in Englisch
Kostenlose Stornierung
Mobiles Ticket
2 Stunden und 30 Minuten
Angeboten in Englisch
Kostenlose Stornierung
Mobiles Ticket
Was ist enthalten?
A donation to The Tun Legacy Foundation
A special presentation at the Museum of the American Revolution. Discounted admission into the museum is offered for any time after the tour.
Local, expert English-speaking guide
No food or beverages are included in this tour
Souvenirs
Treffpunkte
Abreise
Arch Street Meeting House
Meet your guide in the courtyard of the Arch Street Meetinghouse, just outside of the main entrance into the building.
Rückkehr
Spruce Street Harbor Park
The tour will conclude along Penn's Landing near the Spruce Street Harbor Park
Wichtige Informationen
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Barrierefrei
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Säuglinge und Kleinkinder können im Kinderwagen oder Buggy mitfahren
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Assistenztiere erlaubt
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Öffentliche Verkehrsmittel sind in der Nähe verfügbar
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Transportmöglichkeiten sind für Rollstuhlfahrer zugänglich
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Alle Bereiche und Flächen sind rollstuhlzugänglich
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Geeignet für alle körperlichen Fitnessniveaus
Stornierungsbedingungen
Für eine vollständige Rückerstattung stornieren Sie mindestens 24 Stunden vor der geplanten Abflugzeit.
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Um eine vollständige Rückerstattung zu erhalten, müssen Sie mindestens 24 Stunden vor Beginn des Erlebnisses stornieren.
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Die Stornierungszeiten richten sich nach der Ortszeit des Erlebnisses.
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Wenn Sie weniger als 24 Stunden vor Beginn des Erlebnisses stornieren, wird der von Ihnen gezahlte Betrag nicht zurückerstattet.
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Explore Philadelphia's rich military heritage on this engaging 2.5-hour walking tour. Led by a knowledgeable local guide, visit sites both iconic and overlooked to learn how the foundations of the United States Military were laid here.
Pay tribute at memorials honoring heroes from the Revolutionary War to modern conflicts, visit Independence Hall and the Museum of the American Revolution, and delve into the impactful stories of the city’s role in shaping this nation's history.
The tour concludes at the scenic Delaware waterfront, providing a historical context for the naval ships that have served America.
- Duration: 2.5-hour guided walking tour - Maximum group size of 16 for an intimat...
Höhepunkte
2 Stunden und 30 Minuten
Angeboten in Englisch
Kostenlose Stornierung
Mobiles Ticket
2 Stunden und 30 Minuten
Angeboten in Englisch
Kostenlose Stornierung
Mobiles Ticket
Was ist enthalten?
A donation to The Tun Legacy Foundation
A special presentation at the Museum of the American Revolution. Discounted admission into the museum is offered for any time after the tour.
Local, expert English-speaking guide
No food or beverages are included in this tour
Souvenirs
Treffpunkte
Abreise
Arch Street Meeting House
Meet your guide in the courtyard of the Arch Street Meetinghouse, just outside of the main entrance into the building.
Rückkehr
Spruce Street Harbor Park
The tour will conclude along Penn's Landing near the Spruce Street Harbor Park
Reiseplan
1
Versammlungshaus in der Arch Street
Visit the burial ground where Samuel Nicholas was laid to rest. Nicholas was the first Commandant of the Continental Marine Corps and is regarded as the Father of the US Marines Corps.
10 Minuten
2
Kahal Kadosh Mikwe Israel
Mikveh Israel is believed to be the oldest continuously operating Jewish congregation in America. Here you will visit a memorial dedicated to Commodore Uriah Levy.
10 Minuten
3
Unabhängigkeitshalle
Known primarily as the building where the Second Continental Congress declared independence from the British Empire, this is also where George Washington was appointed Commander in Chief at the outbreak of the war, where the United States military was created, and was the scene of a pivotal riot conducted by unpaid soldiers.
10 Minuten
4
Washington-Platz
A beautiful public park dedicated to George Washington. Here, you can pay respects to fallen soldiers of the American Revolution at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and the accompanying eternal flame.
10 Minuten
5
Commodore Barry Statue
Commodore John Barry is a hero of the early years of the US Navy. Learn about his accomplishments while standing next to his statue in the shadow of Independence Hall
10 Minuten
6
Museum der Amerikanischen Revolution
The preeminent museum on the American Revolution, our guests will view a special presentation that is usually only offered to museum patrons. Our guests will also receive discounted admission into the museum at any point after the tour.
20 Minuten
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The Philadelphia Korean War Memorial
Learn about Philadelphia's contributions to the Korean and Vietnam Wars by visiting these two memorials near the city's waterfront.
10 Minuten
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Philadelphia Vietnam Veterans Memorial
Learn about Philadelphia's contributions to the Korean and Vietnam Wars by visiting these two memorials near the city's waterfront.
10 Minuten
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USS Becuna
Gaze upon the USS Becuna while learning about this submarine's incredible military history.
10 Minuten
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Penns Landung
End the tour at the scenic Penn's Landing along the Delaware River. Here, you will see the USS Olympia and the USS Becuna, two vessels that served with distinction and are now permanently displayed as part of the Independence Seaport Museum.
You will also learn about the Tun Tavern which once stood nearby and served as the first recruiting station for the Continental Marines.