Philadelphia Driving Tour: River to River with Local Guide

See Philadelphia’s highlights from river to river without the hassle of planning

A private driving tour of Philadelphia for up to six passengers in a comfortable minivan, with a local guide who picks you up at your hotel and drops you off anywhere in the city. The tour covers the Historic District, Penn's Landing, the Italian Market, Philadelphia City Hall, the Liberty Bell, Eastern State Penitentiary, and the Rocky Steps at the Philadelphia Museum of Art. You choose between a 4-hour or 6-hour option, and the guide can adjust the route based on what interests you most.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Liberty Bell Center30m
2. Italian Market45m
3. Penn's Landingpass by
4. Love Parkpass by
5. 13th Arrondissementpass by
6. Philadelphia City Hallpass by
7. Philadelphia Museum of Art45m

Half-day Philadelphia sightseeing tour

• Hotel pickup in comfortable minivan
• Drive through South 9th Street Italian Market
• Visit the Liberty Bell
• Drive past Eastern State Penitentiary
• See Penn's Landing and Philadelphia City Hall
• Climb Rocky Steps at Philadelphia Museum of Art
• Drop-off at Philadelphia hotel or destination

The experience

The minivan picks you up at your hotel and moves through the city on a route your guide shapes as you go. You'll get out to visit the Liberty Bell, an iconic symbol of American independence, and walk through the colorful South 9th Street Italian Market where vendors still work the stalls. The tour passes Eastern State Penitentiary, where Al Capone was once held, and takes you past Philadelphia City Hall and Love Park. You'll also see Penn's Landing along the Delaware River and climb the Rocky Steps at the entrance of the Philadelphia Museum of Art. The steps made famous by the Rocky films.

The guide is a local who knows the neighborhoods and can point out lesser-known spots beyond the standard highlights. If there's a specific landmark or district you want to linger on, you can ask and the route adjusts. The tour ends with drop-off at any Philadelphia hotel or destination you name, so you're not stuck waiting for a return to a fixed point.

Choose the 4-hour option if you want the main sights without a full day committed, or the 6-hour tour if you'd rather move at a slower pace and explore more of the city's character. Either way, the minivan holds up to six people, so the cost per vehicle stays the same whether you're traveling solo or with a small group.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off at any Philadelphia location.
• private minivan tour for up to six passengers.
• local guide in English who can adjust the route based on your interests.
• stops at the Liberty Bell, Italian Market, Philadelphia City Hall, Penn's Landing, Love Park, Eastern State Penitentiary, and the Rocky Steps at the Philadelphia Museum of Art.

Options for this experience

2 options

Four-hour Philly City tourUp to 4 per booking · Guide in English · 11 departure times: the first at 09:00, the last at 14:00Private driving tour of Philadelphia lasting 4 hours. The price applies per group, for up to 6 people.

Six-hour Philly City tourUp to 6 per booking · Guide in English · 11 departure times: the first at 09:00, the last at 14:00Private driving tour of Philadelphia lasting 6 hours. The price applies per group, for up to 6 people.

You see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates & prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day11 departure times: the first at 09:00, the last at 14:00

Book up to6h before

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

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Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by WeVenture

Is this one for you?Book the 4-hour tour if you want the main sights without committing your whole day, or the 6-hour option if you prefer a slower pace and more time to explore neighborhoods beyond the highlights. Either length fits a minivan group of up to six, so the per-vehicle price stays the same.

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Top questions

What exactly is the Liberty Bell and why do people visit it?

The Liberty Bell is an iconic symbol of American independence, housed at the Liberty Bell Center in the Historic District. You'll get out of the van to see it in person as part of the tour.

Can I ask the guide to skip certain stops and spend more time somewhere else?

Yes, the guide can adjust the route based on what interests you most. You're not locked into a fixed itinerary, so if you want to spend extra time in the Italian Market or at a particular neighborhood, you can request it.

Does the tour include food or drinks at the Italian Market?

The tour passes through the Italian Market and you can walk around it, but food and drinks are not included in the tour price. You're welcome to stop and buy something if you'd like.

What happens if the weather is bad?

The tour operates in all weather conditions. Dress appropriately for the season and bring layers or rain gear if needed, and you'll stay mostly in the minivan except for the stops where you get out.

How much does it cost for a group of four people?

Pricing is per vehicle for 1 to 6 passengers, so the cost is the same whether you're traveling with one other person or five others. The price doesn't change based on group size.