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Grim Philly's Serial Killers
America’s first serial killer H.H. Holmes' medical school graduation photo, 1884. Holmes, who had confessed to killing 27, was hanged at Moyamensing Prison in Philadelphia, 1896.
Christ Church Burial Ground at the grave of Dr. Benjamin Rush, signer of the Declaration of Independence, discussing grave robbery and eighteenth century bizarre medical practice of eighteenth century
Grim Philly guide with a group of tourists in historic Philadelphia
Benjamin Franklin's grave with his wife Deborah

True Crime Philadelphia and History Tour

By Grim Philly Twilight Tours
9.8 out of 10
Free cancellation available
Price is €42 per adult
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
Overview

Join a tour of unconventional sightseeing off the beaten track. Experience the Betsy Ross House, Christ Church, Elfreth's Alley, Benjamin Franklin's Grave, and numerous historic sites in Old Philly. And enjoy tales of serial slayings and psychopathic killers such as the Corpse Collector, Frankfort Slasher, and H.H. Holmes. 2.5-hour walking tour led by college professors or history teachers and is not your typical Liberty Bell Tour!

Activity location

  • Betsy Ross House
    • 239 Arch St,
    • 19106-1999, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Independence Visitor Center
    • 599 Market Street
    • 19106, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

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Adult True Crime with Cemetery
  • Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes2h 30m2h 30m
  • English

Adult Only, Includes Cemetery

Language options: English
Starting time: 14:00
Price details
€41.78 x 1 Adult€41.78
Total
Price is €41.78
Until Fri, 13 Dec

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedSerial Killer Tales AND Historic Sightseeing in One
  • What's includedWhat's includedBetsy Ross House, Christ Church, Elfreth's Alley, Benjamin Franklin's Grave Sites will be Visited
  • What's includedWhat's includedHistory Teacher Tour Guide
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedService charge
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedFood and drinks
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedHotel pickup and drop-off

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Specialised infant seats are available
  • Transport options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children should be accompanied by an adult due to adult content on the tour
  • Saturdays are adults only
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

Activity itinerary

Betsy Ross House
  • 15m
Join a tour of unconventional sightseeing off the beaten track. Guests will see the Betsy Ross House, Christ Church, Elfreth's Alley, Benjamin Franklin's Grave, and numerous other historic sites in Old Philly. They will also enjoy tales of serial slayings and psychopathic killers such as the Corpse Collector, the Frankfort Slasher, and H.H. Holmes. 2.5-hour walking tour led by college professors or history teachers and is not your typical Liberty Bell Tour! Tour ends with a complimentary drink.
Benjamin Franklin's Grave
  • 20m
Join a tour of unconventional sightseeing off the beaten track. Guests will see the Betsy Ross House, Christ Church, Elfreth's Alley, Benjamin Franklin's Grave, and numerous other historic sites in Old Philly. They will also enjoy tales of serial slayings and psychopathic killers such as the Corpse Collector, the Frankfort Slasher, and H.H. Holmes. 2.5-hour walking tour led by college professors or history teachers and is not your typical Liberty Bell Tour! Tour ends with a complimentary drink.
Independence Hall (Pass by)
Independence Hall where the Constitution of the United States was signed.
Elfreth's Alley
  • 15m
Join a tour of unconventional sightseeing off the beaten track. Guests will see the Betsy Ross House, Christ Church, Elfreth's Alley, Benjamin Franklin's Grave, and numerous other historic sites in Old Philly. They will also enjoy tales of serial slayings and psychopathic killers such as the Corpse Collector, the Frankfort Slasher, and H.H. Holmes. 2.5-hour walking tour led by college professors or history teachers and is not your typical Liberty Bell Tour! Tour ends with a complimentary drink.
Christ Church
  • 15m
Join a tour of unconventional sightseeing off the beaten track. Guests will see the Betsy Ross House, Christ Church, Elfreth's Alley, Benjamin Franklin's Grave, and numerous other historic sites in Old Philly. They will also enjoy tales of serial slayings and psychopathic killers such as the Corpse Collector, the Frankfort Slasher, and H.H. Holmes. 2.5-hour walking tour led by college professors or history teachers and is not your typical Liberty Bell Tour! Tour ends with a complimentary drink.
Arch Street Meeting House
  • 15m
Join a tour of unconventional sightseeing off the beaten track. Guests will see the Betsy Ross House, Christ Church, Elfreth's Alley, Benjamin Franklin's Grave, and numerous other historic sites in Old Philly. They will also enjoy tales of serial slayings and psychopathic killers such as the Corpse Collector, the Frankfort Slasher, and H.H. Holmes. 2.5-hour walking tour led by college professors or history teachers and is not your typical Liberty Bell Tour! Tour ends with a complimentary drink.
The President's House (Pass by)
Original White House where George Washington and John Adams served their presidencies
Arch Street Meeting House
  • 15m
Join a tour of unconventional sightseeing off the beaten track. Guests will see the Betsy Ross House, Christ Church, Elfreth's Alley, Benjamin Franklin's Grave, and numerous other historic sites in Old Philly. They will also enjoy tales of serial slayings and psychopathic killers such as the Corpse Collector, the Frankfort Slasher, and H.H. Holmes. 2.5-hour walking tour led by college professors or history teachers and is not your typical Liberty Bell Tour! Tour ends with a complimentary drink.
Grim Philly Twilight Tours (Pass by)
Join a tour of unconventional sightseeing off the beaten track. Guests will see the Betsy Ross House, Christ Church, Elfreth's Alley, Benjamin Franklin's Grave, and numerous other historic sites in Old Philly. They will also enjoy tales of serial slayings and psychopathic killers such as the Corpse Collector, the Frankfort Slasher, and H.H. Holmes. 2.5-hour walking tour led by college professors or history teachers and is not your typical Liberty Bell Tour! Tour ends with a complimentary drink.
Christ Church Burial Ground
  • 25m
Visit the tombs of numerous signers of the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution of the United States including Benjamin Franklin and others.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESBetsy Ross House
    • 239 Arch St,
    • 19106-1999, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEIndependence Visitor Center
    • 599 Market Street
    • 19106, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

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