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Historic Philadelphia

Historic Philadelphia is a tour in Philadelphia, PA, part of the Philadelphia guide. Cost: under $25.

· Philadelphia, PA

Why you should go…

Historic Philadelphia, Inc. is a nonprofit that runs Once Upon a Nation, a program of costumed History Makers who tell stories at sites throughout Philadelphia's historic district. The organization also operates the Betsy Ross House and Franklin Square, the latter featuring a carousel and a miniature golf course. It offers daily walking tours, school and group programs, and seasonal events in the area it calls America's most historic square mile.

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  • #walking tour
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  • #colonial
  • #museum

What's around here?

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