Philadelphia: Birthplace of our Nation

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Philadelphia, Amish Country
Explore a treasure trove of American history with your students in Philadelphia, the city where the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution were created. And no trip to the "City of Brotherly Love" is complete without a visit to the iconic Liberty Bell.
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  • Day 1: Philadelphia

    Arrive in Philadelphia

    Visit the Franklin Institute Science Museum

    See the Rocky Stairs in front of the Philadelphia Museum of Art

    Enjoy an evening activity

  • Day 2: Philadelphia

    Take a guided tour of Philadelphia

    • Free Quaker Meeting House
    • Betsy Ross House
    • Franklin Post Office

    Walking tour of Independence National Historical Park

    • Congress Hall
    • Carpenter's Hall
    • Franklin Court

    Visit Independence Hall

    Visit the Liberty Bell Center

    Visit the National Constitution Center

    Enjoy an evening activity

  • Day 3: Philadelphia

    Visit the Battleship New Jersey

    Depart for home

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  • Day 3: Philadelphia

    Visit the Battleship New Jersey

    Visit Valley Forge

    • See where George Washington molded his army into competent fighters in 1777-78

    Enjoy an evening activity

  • Day 4: Amish Country

    Take a walking tour of Amish Country

    Take a tour of Amish farmlands

    Visit the Amish Homestead Museum

    • This 18th-century farm introduces you to the Amish culture and lifestyle

    Enjoy an authentic Amish dinner

  • Day 5: Philadelphia

    Visit the National Liberty Museum

    Enjoy free time in Philadelphia

    Depart for home

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  • Day 1: Philadelphia

    Arrive in Philadelphia

    Visit the Franklin Institute Science Museum

    See the Rocky Stairs in front of the Philadelphia Museum of Art

    Enjoy an evening activity

  • Day 2: Philadelphia

    Take a guided tour of Philadelphia

    • Free Quaker Meeting House
    • Betsy Ross House
    • Franklin Post Office

    Walking tour of Independence National Historical Park

    • Congress Hall
    • Carpenter's Hall
    • Franklin Court

    Visit Independence Hall

    Visit the Liberty Bell Center

    Visit the National Constitution Center

    Enjoy an evening activity

  • Day 3: Philadelphia

    Visit the Battleship New Jersey

    Depart for home

Experience even more

  • Day 3: Philadelphia

    Visit the Battleship New Jersey

    Visit Valley Forge

    • See where George Washington molded his army into competent fighters in 1777-78

    Enjoy an evening activity

  • Day 4: Amish Country

    Take a walking tour of Amish Country

    Take a tour of Amish farmlands

    Visit the Amish Homestead Museum

    • This 18th-century farm introduces you to the Amish culture and lifestyle

    Enjoy an authentic Amish dinner

  • Day 5: Philadelphia

    Visit the National Liberty Museum

    Enjoy free time in Philadelphia

    Depart for home

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    Breakfast and dinner daily; lunch can also be included.

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  • Guided Tours and Activities

    Sightseeing tours led by expert and licensed local guides; tickets to all activities.

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