Dark Philly Adult Night Tour: Explore Philadelphia’s Hidden Histories

Key facts

What's included

Itinerary

A two-hour evening walk through Philadelphia’s historic district, revealing darker stories and ghost tales associated with key landmarks.

1. Stop 1 Pass by

   Walk past the illuminated Liberty Bell, exploring its historical significance and ghostly legends. This isn't a typical tour—expect mature stories intertwined with sightseeing.

2. Stop 2 Pass by

   Visit Independence Hall, where the Declaration and Constitution were signed. Discover the darker side of its history, including its proximity to a notorious brothel and tales of scandal and vice in 1776.

3. Stop 3 Pass by

   See the historic home of George Washington, John Adams, and Benedict Arnold. Learn about the darker moments in its history, including archaeological discoveries and post-revolutionary stories.

4. Stop 4 Pass by

   Explore the site of early American presidential inaugurations and debates, revealing the flawed and sometimes scandalous side of the founding fathers.

5. Stop 5 Pass by

   Visit the site where thousands of American traitors were executed and buried in mass graves. Hear ghost stories and historical context about this haunting location.

6. Stop 6

   Tour Walnut Street Prison, learning about its dark past and haunted reputation. Duration: 10 minutes.

   10 minutes

7. Stop 7 Pass by

   Hear ghost stories tied to a colonial-era site known for its haunted tales and paranormal activity.

8. Stop 8 Pass by

   Visit Alexander Hamilton’s Philadelphia home and the Merchants Exchange Building. Discover lesser-known facts about Hamilton's life and his tumultuous relationships.

9. Stop 9 Pass by

   Learn about the haunted history of the bank pushed for by Alexander Hamilton, including ghost stories associated with it.

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    Hear tales of ghosts and duels at a historic site linked to Hamilton’s influence and conflicts.

11. Stop 11 Pass by

    Visit the site founded by Benjamin Franklin, home to University of Pennsylvania surgical students, and explore its haunted past, including ghost lore, grave robberies, and bizarre medical practices.

12. Stop 12 Pass by

    See the home of Dolly Madison, with stories about her life and the haunted history of the residence.

13. Stop 13 Pass by

    Hear stories of yellow fever outbreaks and ghost sightings linked to historic Philadelphia.

14. Stop 14 Pass by

    End at Carpenter’s Hall, the oldest haunted structure in Philadelphia, site of the First Continental Congress and America's first bank robbery.

Meeting point & pickup

Meet at the starting point

Gather directly outside the Market Street doors of the Independence Visitor Center, 599 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106. The meeting point is across from the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall in Philadelphia's Old City Historic District.

Cancellation & confirmation