Private tour in Philadelphia Fayge H

The Messy History of the Revolution: Philadelphia Walking Tour

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Fayge H.

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Welcome to Philadelphia! I have lived in the Philadelphia area most of my life, and, since I was a small child, I have adored showing people around this amazing city. I am proud of my role as a public historian and am eager to show you what I love about Philadelphia. On my tours, you will get so much more than the dry facts of a place. My tours focus on big ideas and the day-to-day lives of the people living those ideas. Whether we are discussing rebels fighting for independence from the crown, Lenape people fighting to protect their land, or the numerous people who came to this historic city to defend their rights and build a better life. We will all walk away from our tours with an enhanced perspective. You will not just be listening to me talk for several hours; we will be working together to explore what makes Philadelphia—and the United States—a truly unique place. Hopefully, you will walk away with more questions than answers. We will see the Liberty Bell, but we will also explore and learn so much more than that! Please contact me with any questions or to customize/personalize a tour for you. Association of Philadelphia Tour Guides Member International Tour Management Institute Graduate No Restrictions

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Overview of your Philadelphia tour

"To believe all men honest is folly. To believe none is something worse." - John Adams We all know George Washington didn't really chop down a cherry tree, so why do we keep telling that story? Americans love telling stories about the Founding Fathers that make us feel proud to be a part of their legacies. Behind the grand stories of brilliance and triumph though, we find imperfect people who were only human. They were kind, cruel, funny, and very rarely chopping down trees. Here's what makes this tour different: We talk about what's being quietly removed from National Park Service displays. The stories that complicate the narrative. This is history before it gets sanitized for mass consumption. This walking tour doesn't just show you America's Most Historic Square Mile (though it does that too)—it's a journey through who the Founding Fathers were, who they were not, and who we wish they would have been. No axe wielding required.

Recent Reviews

Gregory A.United States
May 2026

In spite of the rainy day, we enjoyed our time with Fay, learning about many of the dual truths of our American history and the people in it. As we unpacked the reality of life, politics and humanity of the people who founded our country, it was easy to see both greatness and flaws. Fay is an educated and passionate guide who is not afraid to celebrate our history while also share the known truths about men and women during the founding of our nation. As a family who spends a good amount of time in Philadelphia, we felt like we had a good set of experiences and knowledge going into the tour. Fay expanded that for us and was very attentive to our questions and needs while navigating us as a pro guide. We were very happy to have spent a few rainy hours with Fay seeing Philly and its history from new perspectives.

Jeremy M.
July 2025

We had an amazing time! Our tour guide was absolutely fantastic and very knowledgeable. We had 2 teenage girls with us and they had a blast as well. She took us to the historic sites you would expect but also some very fun off the wall places that we never would have seen otherwise. Highly recommend!!

Michael W.United States
May 2024

Fayge was personable, knowledgeable, and lots of fun! Had a great custom tour that she put together just for us. Went at our pace which made the four hours easy and enjoyable. Was particularly impressed with her ability to answer wide ranging questions on the fly.

Candice C.United States
November 2021

Very informative and she was super good with engaging and keeping our teens interested. She was also very flexible with our interests, overall highly recommend!

Barbara S.United States
May 2021

Fayge is extremely knowledgeable, sensitive to what her guests would like to get from the tour, and fun as well. We had a very informative and entertaining time with her. Brava!

Curt H.United States
December 2020

We very much enjoyed our tour, Fayge was very energetic and interactive, and had a wonderful and fun perspective on Philadelphia. She also did a great job dealing with the added complexity of Covid requirements and restrictions. We would enjoy having her as a tour guide anytime.

Your Philadelphia tour itinerary

Our first stop will be Benjamin Franklin's grave before seeing the exteriors of the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall. Then we'll head to Washington Square Park, one of William Penn's five original parks, which contains both serene memorials and far less serene stories—the kind that don't always make it into the official tour scripts anymore. We'll continue through the colonial days with Carpenters Hall, Benjamin Franklin's print shop, Betsy Ross' house, and plenty of revealing stops in between. Small group. Big conversations. The history they're editing out of the placards.

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Transport details
Type: Walking

This tour is conducted on foot so wear comfortable shoes!

What's included
Private Guide
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses.
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location

522 Arch Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19106, United States

Airport: ,Cruise: ,ByGuide: Independence Visitor's Center at 6th and Market

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Tour categories
History
Off The Beaten Path
Art And Culture
Tour reference number
814111
Languages
English
Activity level
Light
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible

Traveller reviews

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This private tour in Philadelphia is perfect for history enthusiasts who are interested in exploring the real stories behind the American Revolution. It's also ideal for those who want to engage in big conversations about the Founding Fathers and uncover the history that is often edited out of official narratives. With a focus on small groups, it offers a personalized experience for those looking to connect with a local guide for deeper insights.

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