Guided tour

Philadelphia: Sightseeing and Serial Killers Tour

4.8 / 5

5 reviews

Activity provider: Grim Philly Twilight Tours
Guided tour

Philadelphia: Sightseeing and Serial Killers Tour

Activity provider: Grim Philly Twilight Tours

From US$ 45 per person

From the grim light of the cemetery explore Philadelphia's darker side of history on this guided tour, and hear tales of gore, blood, and guts.

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Duration 2.5 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible

Experience

Highlights
  • Learn about Philidelphia's darker side led by a host of expert guides
  • Explore the burial ground, Christ Church, and visit the grave of Ben Franklin
  • Adventure through the streets of Philadelphia and hear tell of gangster businessmen, pyscho killers, and gruesome murderers
Full description
Get to grips with the history of Philadelphia’s founding fathers on this urban adventure spanning from the burial ground to the bar! Led by a host of expert guides, roam the old streets of Philadelphia hearing tales of ruthless businessmen gangsters and psychopathic killers. Learn about some of Philadelphia’s more sinister residents and residences such as the Corpse Collector, the Frankfurt Slasher, and Hednik’s House of horrors. Sparsely sprinkled with national icons, tales of yellow fever, plus a visit to the graves of Ben Franklin and other founding fathers, this tour tells a tale of grit, twists, and gore as you learn about the history of Philadelphia.
Includes
  • Expert guides
  • Admission fees
  • Gratuities

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Meeting point

Independence Visitor Center 6th and Market St. Philadelphia; outside the front doors.

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Know before you go

  • Please dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes
  • Tours run rain or shine
  • Children aged 14 and over can participate in this tour under parental supervision
Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.8 /5

based on 5 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    5/5
  • Value for money
    4.6/5
  • Service
    4.7/5
  • Organization
    4.5/5

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Ted was a terrific guide! Very personable, knowledgable, and funny.

February 3, 2020

Our guide was awesome!

December 9, 2019

War sehr interessant und unterhaltsam ! Terry war ein guter Guide !!

September 29, 2019

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