• Washington Square - The tour starts at Washington Square, where its stunning appearance contrasts with its original use as a potter’s field.
• Independence Mall - Prior to becoming the tourist-friendly area surrounding Independence Hall, this neighborhood had a rich history of overlooked burials.
• National Constitution Center - During the museum’s construction, archaeologists uncovered numerous expected and unexpected artifacts. The tour will explore the areas outside the museum where these discoveries were made.
• Franklin Square - Although Franklin Square was always intended for public use, some communities chose to burn and abandon their dead here.
• Betsy Ross House - While the Betsy Ross House offers many intriguing burial tales, the main point of interest lies across the street, beneath an unassuming condominium building.

• Guiding Services

• Bottled water

Philadelphia is home to numerous burial sites of its past residents. Since its establishment in 1682, the city has developed streets, subways, buildings, and parking lots over these long-forgotten graves. Consequently, unexpected discoveries frequently happen during excavations in the city.

Join an intriguing and enlightening exploration of the forgotten graves in Old City Philadelphia. This adventure is sure to reveal fascinating stories and might make you think twice about where you walk.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.