Tour guide in Philadelphia Nicholas D.

Philadelphia, United States

English

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Since Aug 17, 2022

8.0

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I'm Nicholas D., your private tour guide in Philadelphia

Guide #54662

4.8 (61)

I am a retired U. S. History and Government teacher with over 30 years of experience on the high school and college levels. I hold Masters degrees in both those subject fields. In addition, I'm a certified tour guide who has led over 100 tours of the region since 2016. My specialties are the Independence Area, Center City, Ben Franklin Parkway and Museums, South Philadelphia and the Italian Market. I'm working on one or more African American tours and will gladly design one for you, if interested. As well, I'm deeply familiar with the surrounding area and could guide you on customized tours of Valley Forge, Lancaster and the Amish Country, Brandywine River region or out to Gettysburg, if you're that adventurous. A professional driver will convey us to sites beyond central Philadelphia. You will find me very well informed, friendly, humorous, interesting and engaging. I love to answer questions and banter with my customers. I'm highly attuned to your needs and will adjust my style and content to your background and interest level. I aim to provide the best experience possible so that you may come to know and love our wonderful region as I do, or at least enough to plan a return trip! I look forward to meeting you. Nick MA, U.S. History, George Washington University, 1993 MA, Political Science, Temple University, 2004 Certified Tour Guide, Association of Philadelphia Tour Guides, 2016 PA Instructional II Teaching Certificate, Social Studies N/A

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  • Curt P.
    June 2026

    Good tour. Informative. Nice pace.

  • Jw O.
    June 2026

    Nick was exceptional. He is very thorough, knowledgeable and professional. A true history BUFF. Would highly recommend! (Of yea, and he looks like George Clooney)

    Replied from Nicholas D.

    Thanks, JW. Don't know about George Clooney but I'll take it as a complement. Great having you guys on tour. If you run across anyone traveling to Philly who needs a tour please recommend me. Happy Trails, Nick

  • Linnea D.
    June 2026

    We chose to have a more personalized tour focused on our specific interests. We had a GREAT TIME! Nicholas did a great job showing us the town, focusing on the history and architecture we requested. I highly recommend hiring him. He's very knowledgeable and is very thoughtful on how to cover your interests.

    Replied from Nicholas D.

    Thank you, Linnea, you were great guests! If you know someone traveling to Philly in the future in need of a guide, I'd be grateful if you recommended me. Happy trails in the future. Nick

  • Michael S.
    May 2026

    Nick has some great stories to share. He was attentive and ready to answer questions. He knows his stuff. Weather gave us some rain and Nick pivoted where he could. Also adjusted to where he dropped us off so we could continue our fun.

    Replied from Nicholas D.

    Thanks Mike, glad to have you. I have noted your suggestions. Nick