Valley Forge American Revolution Van Tour from Philadelphia

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Valley Forge American Revolution Van Tour from Philadelphia

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Duration: 4 hours and 30 minutes

Overview

Enjoy a half-day excursion to the historic Valley Forge National Historical Park, where our local guide will drive you in comfort to explore one of the most significant sites of the American Revolutionary War. Discover stories of the Continental Army, visit key landmarks like the National Memorial Arch and Washington’s Headquarters, and immerse yourself in the rich history of Valley Forge's picturesque surroundings.

🚐 Join a half-day tour to Valley Forge with a local guide and comfy van

🏞️ Explore a key Revolutionary War site, visiting Muhlenberg Brigade Huts for camp insights

🏛️ Discover artifacts at Valley Forge Visitor Center and Washington’s Headquarters

🚶‍♂️ Experience sites like the National Memorial Arch and Washington Memorial Chapel on foot

Availability

When do I choose a date?

After purchase, you can request your preferred dates and times by following the instructions in the email you receive. If it's a gift, the recipient will also get an email with booking instructions.

Year-Round,
Tuesday - Saturday 9:00am

Full description

Tour Highlights:

Relax and let our local guide drive you in a comfortable tour van for a half-day excursion to the historic Valley Forge National Historical Park.
Explore one of the most significant sites of the American Revolutionary War, with stories of the Continental Army and a visit to the Muhlenberg Brigade Huts for insights into camp conditions.
Visit the Valley Forge Visitor Center, showcasing historic objects and artifacts, and explore Washington’s Headquarters along the Schuylkill River.
On foot, enjoy key sites including the National Memorial Arch, a poignant tribute to those who served, and the gothic-style Washington Memorial Chapel amidst Valley Forge's picturesque surroundings.

Practical information

Any restrictions to participate?

Age: All age groups are welcome
Physical limitations: Need to be able to walk or stand for the duration of the tour.

Who can you accommodate for?

Children: Children under 18 years old must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
Individuals with disabilities: The tour is not wheelchair accessible, but service animals are welcome.
Languages: The tour is conducted in English.
Pets: Sorry, no pets allowed.

What to expect on the day of the experience?

Duration: 4.5 hours
What’s included: Local English-speaking guide, transportation to / from Philly & Valley Forge
Who will be present: You will have a guide with you at all times as well as up to 14 total participants.
Spectators: No spectators are allowed, everyone must have reservations.
Photo/ video: Photos are encouraged!

How to prepare?

Weather dependency: Rain or shine, the experience will be running.
Arrival: Plan to arrive 10 minutes in advance.
Parking: There is street parking or parking lots available near the meeting location.
What to wear: Comfortable shoes and clothing appropriate for the weather.
What to bring:
- A water bottle, money for lunch, snacks, and souvenirs
- Gratuity for your guide is not included but greatly appreciated if you enjoy the tour. The suggested amount is $15-$25 per person.
Restrooms: You’ll stop for restrooms along the tour.

Returns, exchanges and cancellation

Unused Experience Vouchers can be returned within 30 days for a full refund to the original purchaser, no questions asked.

If you have any unused Experience Vouchers, you can exchange them for anything else in our marketplace, no matter when. If you choose an experience that's more expensive, you'll need to pay the difference, but if you choose one that costs less, you'll receive a credit towards your next booking.

No refunds are allowed once the experience is booked, but you can reschedule up to 24 hours before your experience, for a date within a year of the original booking. To reschedule, contact the experience provider directly. No-shows or rescheduling less than 24 hours in advance means losing the value of your experience.