Philadelphia Audio Tour: Revolution, Rivers, and Hidden Alleyways

Schedule

Sun, 21 Sep, 2025 at 12:00 pm to Tue, 21 Oct, 2025 at 12:00 am

UTC-04:00

Location

Elfreth's Alley | Philadelphia, PA

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Self-guided audio tour of Pennsauken. Explore the area while listening to fascinating stories.
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Embark on the Philadelphia Audio Tour: Revolution, Rivers, and Hidden Alleyways

Gold once filled the vaults of the First Bank, fueling a nation’s wild ambitions and secret struggles along Philadelphia’s storied waterfront. Cobbled streets remember revolutions, whispered betrayals, and warships drifting in the fog.

This self-guided audio tour unlocks hidden stories and forgotten corners across Philadelphia. Discover the city’s boldest moments and quietest mysteries, far from the usual crowds.

What desperate act nearly brought down America’s earliest financial stronghold? Who vanished from the decks of the USS Olympia beneath an eerie sunrise? Why did a mayor risk everything on a midnight meeting beside the Delaware River?

Walk among crumbling brick and shining steel while history swirls up from every surface. The past feels alive as political battles, lost empires, and scandalous gambles reveal themselves turn by turn.

Begin now and follow the gold’s trail. Philadelphia’s secrets are waiting in every echo and ripple.


 


🗺️ Tour Details
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  • Duration: 1 hour 16 minutes
  • Distance: Around 2.9 km (1.8 miles)
  • Audio Content: up to 35min
  • Stops: 14 captivating landmarks including First Bank of the United States, USS Olympia (C-6), Gazela

Experience the charm of Philadelphia like never before. Dive deep into tales of yesteryears, marvel at architectural wonders, and feel the pulse of the city as you navigate through its vibrant streets.


 


🎒 What's Included

  • Professionally narrated audio stories bringing Philadelphia's history to life
  • Interactive map to guide your journey seamlessly
  • Opportunities to explore and capture the city's most picturesque spots
  • Flexibility to start, pause, and resume the tour at your convenience

 


ℹ️ Important Info

  • This is a self-guided audio tour on your phone so no in-person guide.
  • You'll need a smartphone with Android 7.0+ or iOS 16+ (iPhone 8 or later).
  • You can start the tour at any time (the event time does not matter).
  • The tour will be available to you forever so you can explore on any day.
  • Bring headphones and make sure your phone is charged!

 


📲 Getting Started is Easy!

Once you book the tour, you'll receive an email within 10 minutes containing your unique redemption code and simple instructions to download our app. Enter the code, and you're all set to explore Philadelphia on your terms.
It doesn't matter which date or time you select, when you redeem the code, the audio tour will be available to you permanently so you can explore on any day.


 


👥 Who's It For?

Whether you're a solo traveler, a couple seeking a romantic escapade, a family on an educational outing, or a group of friends eager for adventure, this tour caters to all. It's perfect for those who value flexibility, rich storytelling, and the freedom to explore without constraints.


 


🎧 What is AllTours?
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AllTours is your ultimate travel companion for immersive audio tours. Discover cities like never before as our app reveals the stories behind the sights. Just plug in your headphones and explore!


With AllTours, you'll experience:



  • Immersive Experiences: Our digital guides bring landmarks to life with captivating stories and historical insights
  • Offline Access: Download tours and maps for offline use – perfect for travelers concerned about data usage
  • Interactive Maps: Navigate effortlessly with our user-friendly interface showing the optimal route
  • Flexibility: Start, pause, and resume tours whenever you want – explore at your own pace
  • Multilingual Support: Enjoy tours in your preferred language with our extensive language options

AllTours transforms ordinary sightseeing into extraordinary adventures. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, we help you explore like a local while learning fascinating stories along the way.


 


📍 Tour Stops

You will visit the following locations:


  • 🛤️  Elfreth's Alley (4min)
  • ⛪  Christ Church, Philadelphia (4min)
  • 🏛️  Museum of the American Revolution (3min)
  • 🏦  First Bank of the United States (4min)
  • 🏠  Powel House (4min)
  • ⛪  Old St. Joseph's Church (2min)
  • 🛣️  Walnut Street Pr*son (4min)
  • 🏢  Merchants' Exchange Building (Philadelphia) (3min)
  • 🍺  City Tavern (4min)
  • 🏗️  Old Original Bookbinder's (2min)
  • 🏛️  Independence Seaport Museum (2min)
  • 📍  Gazela (2min)
  • 📍  USS Olympia (C-6) (3min)
  • 📍  Moshulu (2min)

Each stop features engaging audio stories that bring the location's history and significance to life.


 


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🌍 Available Languages

Our tours are available in 30+ languages to ensure you have the best experience:



🇬🇧 English  • 
🇫🇷 French  • 
🇪🇸 Spanish  • 
🇩🇪 German  • 
🇮🇹 Italian  • 
🇵🇹 Portuguese  • 
🇷🇺 Russian  • 
🇯🇵 Japanese  • 
🇨🇳 Chinese  • 
🇳🇱 Dutch  • 
🇧🇷 Portuguese (Brazil)  • 
🇸🇦 Arabic  • 
🇰🇷 Korean  • 
🇸🇪 Swedish  • 
🇩🇰 Danish  • 
🇫🇮 Finnish  • 
🇵🇱 Polish  • 
🇨🇿 Czech  • 
🇭🇺 Hungarian  • 
🇬🇷 Greek  • 
🇹🇷 Turkish  • 
🇮🇳 Hindi  • 
🇦🇱 Albanian  • 
🇪🇹 Amharic  • 
🇦🇲 Armenian  • 
🇧🇩 Bengali  • 
🇧🇦 Bosnian  • 
🇧🇬 Bulgarian  • 
🇲🇲 Burmese  • 
🇪🇸 Catalan  • 
🇭🇷 Croatian  • 
🇪🇪 Estonian  • 
🇬🇪 Georgian  • 
🇮🇳 Gujarati  • 
🇮🇸 Icelandic  • 
🇮🇩 Indonesian  • 
🇮🇳 Kannada  • 
🇰🇿 Kazakh  • 
🇱🇻 Latvian  • 
🇱🇹 Lithuanian  • 
🇲🇰 Macedonian  • 
🇲🇾 Malay  • 
🇮🇳 Malayalam  • 
🇮🇳 Marathi  • 
🇲🇳 Mongolian  • 
🇳🇴 Norwegian  • 
🇮🇷 Persian  • 
🇮🇳 Punjabi  • 
🇷🇴 Romanian  • 
🇷🇸 Serbian  • 
🇸🇰 Slovak  • 
🇸🇮 Slovenian  • 
🇸🇴 Somali  • 
🇰🇪 Swahili  • 
🇵🇭 Tagalog  • 
🇮🇳 Tamil  • 
🇮🇳 Telugu  • 
🇹🇭 Thai  • 
🇺🇦 Ukrainian  • 
🇵🇰 Urdu  • 
🇻🇳 Vietnamese


 


🎉 Congratulations on reading this far! You've earned yourself a little treat. Use code ILOVEAUDIOTOURS at checkout for 10% off your tour. Because who doesn't love a good discount for being thorough? 😉


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Elfreth's Alley, Elfreth's Alley, Philadelphia, United States

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