Once upon a time Philadelphia

Start the tour on Independence Mall, "America's most historic square mile."(10 min)

Discover the religion of William Penn, founder of Philadelphia, in front of this Quaker place of worship.(10 min)

Learn the role Betsy Ross played in creating the first American flag.(10 min)

See the historic homes of Elfreth’s Alley, the oldest street in town.(10 min)

Learn more about Benjamin Franklin’s life, the location of his home, and the role he played in the development of the city of Philadelphia and in American independence.(10 min)

This emblematic place where Benjamin Franklin and the founding fathers of the United States gathered at the signing of the declaration of independence(20 min)

The bell that rang when the declaration of independence was signed and became the symbol of the city of Philadelphia(pass by)

Discover how the city of Philadelphia became the home of the Continental Congress during the American Revolution and then the temporary capital of the United States of America between 1790 and 1800.(20 min)