Explore 8 UCPlaces digital self-guided tours in Philadelphia

¡Bienvenidos a Filadelfia, una de las ciudades más históricas de Estados Unidos y el lugar donde nació el país! En este recorrido, conducirán por las mismas calles donde se declaró la independencia y se redactó la Constitución, guiados por figuras como George Washington, Benjamin Franklin y Thomas Jefferson, quienes ayudaron a dar forma a una nueva nación aquí mismo, a finales del siglo XVIII. A medida que avanzamos por la ciudad, experimentarán mucho más que solo historia. Pasarán por barrios vibrantes, lugares emblemáticos e instituciones locales que le dan a Filadelfia su carácter único, desde calles de la época colonial hasta animados distritos modernos llenos de gastronomía, arte y energía. Este es un tour en coche guiado por GPS, así que simplemente relájense, sigan la ruta y nosotros los iremos guiando en el camino. Les indicaremos qué observar, compartiremos las historias detrás de los lugares por los que pasen y los ayudaremos a conectar el pasado con lo que ven hoy. Tómense su tiempo, disfruten del recorrido y dejen que Filadelfia se despliegue ante ustedes… una cuadra a la vez.

Welcome to Philadelphia—one of the most historic cities in the United States and the place where the country itself was born. On this tour, you’ll drive through the very streets where independence was declared and the Constitution was written, guided by voices like George Washington, Benjamin Franklin, and Thomas Jefferson, who helped shape a new nation right here in the late 1700s. As we move through the city, you’ll experience more than just history. You’ll pass vibrant neighborhoods, cultural landmarks, and local institutions that give Philadelphia its unique character—from colonial-era streets to lively modern districts filled with food, art, and energy. This is a GPS-guided driving tour, so just sit back, follow the route, and we’ll guide you along the way. We’ll point out what to look for, share stories behind the places you’re passing, and help you connect the past with what you see today. Take your time, enjoy the ride, and let Philadelphia unfold around you—one block at a time.

Welcome to this Ace RV Rentals journey north along Interstate 95, a road that links southern Maryland and New York City. Over the next several hours, we’ll travel through the heart of the Mid-Atlantic, tracing a path that blends history, nature, and the steady hum of modern life. We’ll leave behind the marble monuments and bustling Beltway, cross rivers that carried soldiers and settlers, and pass towns that helped shape the nation — from the ports of Baltimore and Wilmington to the quiet farms of Delaware and the college greens of New Jersey. Every few miles reveals a new story: a hidden creek, a battlefield, a city skyline, or a stretch of forest that’s been here since before the Revolution. As we drive, you’ll hear about the people, places, and moments that define this corridor — inventors, immigrants, artists, and dreamers who built the communities lining the highway. By the time we reach New York, you’ll have followed one of the oldest and most storied routes in America — a ribbon of road connecting the nation’s capital to its beating urban heart. Now, here’s something important for this tour to work the way it’s designed: always follow the signs for I-95 North and skip the Express I-95 lanes; stay on the regular I-95. That’s how we’ll stay on track together. If you do have to leave the route, no worries. Just restart the tour by selecting the next Point of Interest as your new starting point. The app will navigate you there, and the tour will pick up seamlessly.

Let’s be honest—this stretch of highway isn’t exactly the Grand Canyon. It’s mostly trees, more trees, and just enough McDonald’s to make you wonder if you’ve been driving in circles. But here’s where things get interesting. Unlike your typical sightseeing tour, this one’s all about the unsightseeing. We’re not pulling over for monuments or museums. In fact, we’re not pulling over at all—unless your curiosity (or your bladder) says otherwise. In which case, we fully support your spontaneous detour energy. Instead, we’re bringing the stories to you. As we cruise past towns and cities—some famous, some forgotten—we’ll share fascinating, surprising, and occasionally ridiculous tales that shaped them. These are the places that launched revolutions, made headlines, inspired legends—or at the very least, have names that sound like rejected sitcoms. Now, here’s something important for this tour to work the way it’s designed: always follow the signs for I-95 South. Stick to the “Cars and Trucks” lanes, which are always on the right—do not take the “Cars Only” lanes. And skip the Express I-95 lanes; stay on the regular I-95. That’s how we’ll stay on track together. If you do have to leave the route, no worries. Just restart the tour by selecting the next Point of Interest as your new starting point. The app will navigate you there, and the tour will pick up seamlessly. So even if all you see out the window are trees and tail lights, we promise to keep your ears entertained with stories that’ll make you say, “Wait, that happened here?” And maybe even, “Okay, let’s take that next exit.” Ready? Let’s hit the road and discover the hidden stories along I-95—one mile at a time.

Welcome to Historic America’s Founding Fathers Footsteps tour of Philadelphia. We’re glad you could join us! I’m Aaron, your guide (but I also respond to professional history nerd). This is the part of the tour where I fit in my shameless plug for our website (www.historicamerica.org) and invite you to use the #historicamericatours on social media while traveling alongside us today. This tour is a biographical journey telling the stories of America's Founding Fathers by exploring the sites where they lived and worked here in historic Philadelphia. Here, America’s founding generation oversaw a revolution, wrote our founding documents and gave birth to a young republic. From Betsy Ross’s House, to the grave of Benjamin Franklin, to the assembly room where George Washington became America’s general - this tour is packed with larger-than-life Americans and their most memorable moments. To get started, find your way to the intersection of Market & 2nd Street - near the 2nd Street subway station. A quick note before we begin: Our tour is designed to help you see Philadelphia’s most famous sites no matter when you visit! We will not go inside any buildings, but many of these sites are free and open to the public on most days during regular business hours. However, some sites (like inside Independence Hall) require a free, timed ticket and a security check. If you’d like more information about operating hours and tickets to Independence Hall, you can visit the Independence Visitor Center on Market Street.

Welcome to Historic America’s walking tour of Old City Philadelphia. We’re glad you could join us! I’m Rachel, your guide (but I also respond to professional history nerd). This is the part of the tour where I fit in my shameless plug for our website (www.historicamerica.org) and invite you to use #historicamericatours on social media while traveling alongside us today. This tour tells the story of the American Revolution and the nation’s early years by exploring the sites of Old City Philadelphia like Franklin Square & Independence Hall - all within ringing distance of the Liberty Bell. The Constitution and Declaration of Independence were penned, debated, and signed here, so during the course of this tour, you’ll get to see where America was born. Let’s explore Old City! To get started, find your way to the intersection of South 10th & Locust Streets. A quick note before we get started: Our tour is designed to help you see Philadelphia’s most famous sites no matter when you visit! We will not go inside any buildings, but many of these sites are free and open to the public on most days during regular business hours. However, some sites (like inside Independence Hall) require a free, timed ticket and a security check. If you’d like more information about operating hours and tickets to Independence Hall, you can visit the Independence Visitor Center on Market Street.

This fun tour of Philadelphia covers statues, museums, churches, parks and even an old historic prison! At the end we will run right up those famous Rocky Steps, just like Rocky Balboa did in the 1976 movie which was appropriately titled, "Rocky." Join us! Just follow your navigation and I'll meet you at the Joan of Arc statue. See you soon!

This fun and exciting historical tour of Philadelphia covers historic buildings, parks, statues, and gardens in addition to some interactive museums, famous neighborhoods and cemeteries. Ever wanted to see the Liberty Bell? It's here too. Join us!