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The Franklin Institute Fast-Track Private Tour Philadelphia

By New York City Tours
Free cancellation available
Price is S$499 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
Overview

Skip the lines to Philadelphia’s iconic Franklin Institute—home to the Benjamin Franklin Memorial and awe-inspiring science exhibits. Uncover stories of innovation, revolution, and timeless architecture on a journey through the heart of American history.

Highlights:
• Visit the Franklin Institute with a 5-Star Guide fluent in your language
• Skip the line to enjoy science and innovation without the wait
• Discover groundbreaking exhibits with expert insights tailored to you
• Learn about American history, architecture, and hidden museum gems
• Explore freely with a personalised tour full of time for photos and questions

Science, stories, and stunning architecture await on this private walking tour through Philadelphia’s historic streets. With Rosotravel, skip the lines and enjoy the exclusive attention of a Licensed Private Guide as you uncover both iconic landmarks and fascinating hidden gems. Discover the wonders of Philadelphia with us today!

Activity location
  • Thanal Indian Tavern
    • 1939 Arch Street
    • 19103, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • Thanal Indian Tavern
    • 1939 Arch Street
    • 19103, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

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The Franklin Institute Fast-Track Private Tour Philadelphia
  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • English

Duration: 2 hours: Visit the Franklin Institute in Philadelphia with skip-the-line tickets to explore hands-on science exhibits, innovative
,: tech displays, and historic galleries at your own pace.
Expert-Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language - USPH003.

Language options: English
Price details
S$498.85 x 1 AdultS$498.85

Total
Price is S$498.85

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Expert commentary tailored to ur interest (e.g. science, innovation, American history, architecture)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    5-Star Licensed Guide fluent in your chosen language
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Private Walking Tour of the Franklin Institute of Philadelphia
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Personalised experience with time for questions, hidden gems, and photo stops
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Skip-the-Line Tickets to the Franklin Institute
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Food & Drinks

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transport options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please check your email the day before the tour for important details from Rosotravel, your tour operator.
  • Skip-the-line tickets are valid for a specific date and time. You’ll skip the ticket office but still go through regular entrance and security checks. Admimssion includes the main collection.
  • Please wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather—this tour runs rain or shine.
  • Due to attraction's policy, we keep our groups small (1-9 guests per guide). We will provide additional guides for larger groups.
  • Have a special request or need accessibility support? Let us know in advance—we’re happy to help!

Activity itinerary

Thanal Indian Tavern
  • 10m
Meet your guide In front of Thanal Indian Tavern; 1939 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19103, United States. Please do not enter the restaurant, it is only a meeting point and the staff is not informed about the tour.
The Franklin Institute
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
Private tour of Philadelphia’s most celebrated landmarks with Skip-the-Line Tickets to the Franklin Institute. This tour combines the city’s rich history with its passion for innovation. Begin with a personalised introduction to the birthplace of American democracy as your Licensed Guide shares tales of revolutionary leaders and architectural marvels. Then, breeze past the queues at the Franklin Institute, one of the oldest and most renowned science museums in the US From the towering Benjamin Franklin National Memorial to engaging interactive exhibits, immerse yourself in a world of invention and discovery tailored for all ages.
Swann Memorial Fountain
  • 50m
On your walk, pass striking sites like Logan Circle with its elegant Swann Memorial Fountain, and learn about Philadelphia’s 19th-century urban planning. Gaze up at the grandeur of the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul, a hidden gem with a fascinating past. Admire City Hall’s intricate Second Empire façade and hear captivating stories of William Penn and the city’s transformation over centuries. With a Private Guide, you’ll experience the essence of Philadelphia in a way no group tour can offer—intimate, insightful, and unforgettable.

Location

Activity location
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    Thanal Indian Tavern
    • 1939 Arch Street
    • 19103, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Thanal Indian Tavern
    • 1939 Arch Street
    • 19103, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

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