The Magic of Christmas in Philadelphia: Private Electric Cart TourPrivate Tour

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What makes this tour special

Philadelphia makes for a great getaway all year round, but visiting during the holiday season is a truly special experience. The city embraces the season with twinkling lights, decorated streets, and holiday music floating through historic neighbourhoods. Our private 1-hour evening tour in a comfortable electric cart is a great way to see the most iconic landmarks all lit up while your local guide shares heartwarming stories of the City of Brotherly Love.

On this 1-hour private cart tour, you will:

• Spend a fun evening exploring Philadelphia in an electric cart;
• Enjoy the personalised attention of your friendly local driver-guide;
• Cruise along the quaint cobblestone streets of Old City while your guide regales you with stories of the early days of colonial Philadelphia;
• See historic buildings like Independence Hall and Old City Hall beautifully lit up;
• Pause at the majestic Liberty Bell, an enduring symbol of American freedom;
• Pass by the grave of beloved Founding Father Benjamin Franklin;
• Soak up the atmosphere of cosmopolitan Chinatown;
• Learn about Philadelphia’s particular holiday traditions;
• Feel the festive cheer as you glide past bustling winter markets and brightly coloured lights;
• Catch a glimpse of the city’s wonderful public art, including the LOVE sculpture;
• Stop for photos on the Rocky Steps at the Philadelphia Museum of Art;
• Take in gorgeous views of the sparkling Philadelphia skyline.

Experience the distinct charm of Philadelphia during the holiday season on a private 1-hour electric cart tour that brings the city’s most iconic landmarks to life beneath the night sky. With a flexible route tailored to your interests, this evening adventure is the perfect way to enjoy the City of Brotherly Love during the festive season in a fun, relaxed, and memorable way.

As the city lights begin to twinkle, you’ll cruise through the charming streets of Old City, where centuries-old brick buildings and cobblestones set the stage for captivating stories from the early days of the United States. Your local driver-guide will bring history to life as you pass Independence Hall, Old City Hall, and the Liberty Bell, all beautifully illuminated and steeped in significance. You will also have the chance to pass by the final resting place of Benjamin Franklin and catch a glimpse of the US Mint, where many of the nation’s coins are made.

You will then make your way into Chinatown, one of the city’s most vibrant neighbourhoods, where food, culture, and community converge. As you take in the bustling atmosphere and the bright lights, including the iconic Friendship Arch, your guide will share insights into Philly’s celebrated culinary scene and diverse heritage, as well as some of its distinctive holiday traditions. You will cruise past the towering City Hall, with its clock tower all aglow, and feel the festive cheer emanating from the winter markets nearby. Across the street, the famous LOVE statue will catch your attention, with its unmistakable large red letters looking especially beautiful with the addition of Christmas lights.

Your driver can show you some of Philadelphia’s beloved museums all lit up, like the Barnes Foundation, the Franklin Institute and of course the Philadelphia Museum of Art. You will take a moment to stop at this world-renowned art museum, to climb the ‘Rocky Steps’ by night, avoiding the daytime crowds and enjoying one of the most spectacular views of the Philly skyline. Last but certainly not least, your guide will be sure you get a closer look at the picturesque winter scenes in Rittenhouse Square and Washington Square, two of the city’s most treasured corners that truly embrace the festive spirit with their lights and decorations.

By the time your express but sweet tour comes to an end, you’ll have enjoyed an immersive experience of Philadelphia’s history and culture with a festive twist on a carefully curated route around the city that reveals Philadelphia’s beauty, depth, and charm after sunset.

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