Philly Urban History and Architecture Tour

Explore Philadelphia’s history on this walking tour led by a Philly native and trained urban planner.

This tour delves into the urban history of the city, its streets, parks, architecture, and transit systems, through the lens of its many historical nicknames.

How did a map make Philadelphia the largest city in early America? Why does Michelin call it the Frenchest America City? Did a skyscraper really anger the spirit of the city’s founder, causing a decades-long curse? You'll learn it all!

The tour includes: - A guided walk along one of the country's most beautiful streets, the Benjamin Franklin Parkway. - Insight into Philadelphia's unique historical, cultural, and architectural significance. - A history of the city's urban transformation from 1683 to modern times.