Old City / Independence Hall
The most historically significant square mile in America — birthplace of the nation.
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City Tavern
138 S. 2nd St (corner of Walnut)
Welcome to City Tavern — and welcome to Old City, the most historically dense square mile in the United States.
First Bank of the United States
120 S. 3rd St
Stand across the street for a moment and simply look at this building. The First Bank of the United States, completed in 1797, is a statement of intention.
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Carpenters' Hall
320 Chestnut St (enter from Chestnut, walk through courtyard)
Follow this little path through the courtyard, away from the noise of Chestnut Street, and step into one of the most consequential rooms in American history.
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Franklin Court
314–322 Market St (enter from Market or from Chestnut via alley)
Stop here in this courtyard and let your eyes adjust to something unusual: a house that isn't there.
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Independence Hall, Congress Hall & Old City Hall
520 Chestnut St
Take a moment before you enter. Stand on the south side of Chestnut Street and simply look at this complex — three buildings, all in brick and white-painted wood, stretching the length of the block.
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The Liberty Bell
526 Market St (Liberty Bell Center)
You've arrived at the end of our Old City tour, and the object waiting for you inside this glass pavilion is perhaps the most recognized artifact in American history.
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