Contrast the many generations of high-rise apartment building architecture on the Square – representing every decade of the 20th century – with the smaller scale of the grand houses on nearby streets while walking past some of Philadelphia’s most fashionable brownstones.
Meet at the fountain in the center of Rittenhouse Square.
*All active and retired military, law enforcement officials, firemen, police, and city, state, and federal employees are invited to attend this tour at no cost. Thank you for your service.
This tour, organized by the Preservation Alliance for Greater Philadelphia, is offered by a certified, local guide. Please email [email protected] or call 215-546-1146 ex. 4 with any questions or concerns.
Tour Information:
WHO? Tours are led by experienced, volunteer guides from a wide range of backgrounds.
WHAT? There are twenty tours available to the public, with dozens more available for private groups.
WHERE? Because our tours cover so many diverse areas of the city, each tour meets at a different location. Check the listing of tours for each meeting location.
WHEN? Tours are offered at 10:00 am on Saturdays and 2:00 pm on Sundays May through October. During July and August there is also an evening tour at 6:00 pm on Wednesdays.
WHY? These tours do not cater to your “typical” tourist market. Our tours are more specialized and more in-depth, making them a great option for adventurous tourists and inquisitive locals alike.
HOW? Purchase tickets online or go to the designated tour meeting place and pay your tour guide (cash or check payable to Preservation Alliance). The group size is limited to 25 people; people with tickets get priority. Please print tickets purchased online when possible. Tours run approximately 1.5 to 2 hours.