Essence of South Philly

Highlights / General details

The spirit of Rocky lives on in South Philly! Join this Philadelphia tour to see just how diverse this gritty city is. From Jewish delis to Italian markets, churches, cemeterys, and public art, South Philly is a slice of the real Philly. Explore South Philadelphia with a local guide. Get to know the real South Philly as you learn about the neighborhood from a local perspective. Discover the state's oldest church and the nation's first shot factory. Wander among the colorful stalls and enjoy the tastes of the shops, cafes and restaurants at the world-famous Italian Market. Admire unique mosaic art and finish on Philly's eclectic South Street.

Inclusion

English speaking guide; Food samples; Admission to the mosaic gallery and store tours.

Exclusion

Tips and gratuities; Personal shopping.

Hours of operation

Available: Tuesday - Sunday; Start time at 9:30am. No tour departure 1 Jan 2015; 4-5 Apr 2015; 16-17 May 2015; 4 Jul 2015; 25-26 Nov 2015; 24-25 Dec 2015.

Duration

Approximately 4 hours.

Location Meeting point: 4th Street Deli at the corner of 4th and Bainbridge Streets. Finish point: Jim's Cheesesteaks at the corner of 4th and South Streets.

Participant restrictions

This is a child-friendly tour. Children between the ages of 6 and 11 inclusively are permitted on this tour. Children younger than 6 are permitted at no extra cost, but please make sure you inform our guides of this before you take the tour.

Additional Information A good pair of comfortable walking shoes is advisable. Make sure to check the weather report for rain!

Location

Meeting point: 4th Street Deli at the corner of 4th and Bainbridge Streets. Finish point: Jim's Cheesesteaks at the corner of 4th and South Streets.

Participant restrictions This is a child-friendly tour. Children between the ages of 6 and 11 inclusively are permitted on this tour. Children younger than 6 are permitted at no extra cost, but please make sure you inform our guides of this before you take the tour.

Additional Information A good pair of comfortable walking shoes is advisable. Make sure to check the weather report for rain!

Policies This tour is offered on a "join-in" basis. Maximum group size is 12. If you have your voucher, your booking is confirmed. We'll see you at the start point. Complete information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, will be included on your Confirmation Voucher.

All information requested must be supplied or booking is subject to automatic cancellation