Bethlehem Historical Private Audio Walking Tour

Bethlehem Historical Private Audio Walking Tour

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About This Tour in Pennsylvania

Welcome to the Christmas City! I’m Greg and I spent a good part of my childhood here in Bethlehem. That affords me to some inside knowledge and knowing a few people like the Mayor. This tour will guide you to a few of most interesting and historic spots in this area and share the history and local stories. Its all location aware on our walking tour app. Go anytime. At your pace. It never expires. It's Audio narrated stories that play as you walk. And you’ll hear the stories of The Moravians that settled here in 1741, Bethlehem Steel, Billy Joel, The oldest book shop in the USA, The Founding fathers, The largest individual electric display in the world, Charles Schwab, The Bethlehem Star, The first school for girls in the American colonies, The largest 18th-century log structure in continuous use in the United States, And much more.

Why Visit Pennsylvania?

Pennsylvania, USA offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Pennsylvania provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.

Getting to Pennsylvania

You can reach Pennsylvania, USA by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. From the airport, you can take a taxi, rideshare service (Uber, Lyft), or public transportation to reach the city center. Many hotels also offer shuttle services, and rental cars are widely available for exploring the area.

What's Included

  • Go at your own pace, anytime. The tour never expires.
  • walking tour of Bethlehem on our Walking Tour App
  • Listen again later anytime to relive the experience after the on location tour
  • Location Aware, the tour plays automatically as you walk!

What's Not Included

  • No food, drinks or in person guide, it's all navigated by the smartphone app outside

Cancellation Policy

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

Additional Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The walking tour can be taken anytime using the app.

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Meeting and Pickup

Meeting Point

The tour starts on the sidewalk on main street outside the Sun Inn, explore the courtyard and grounds

The tour starts on the sidewalk on main street outside the Sun Inn. You'll hear about the Founding Fathers that once met here and it's Revolutionary War history. Then you'll be guided through Bethlehem to it's historic spots and learn their story.

End Point

The tour ends at the historic hotel Bethlehem, you'll hear it's steel history, it's music history and how it became one of the best historic hotels in the USA!

Pickup Information

Pickup Option: All travelers must meet at start point

Itinerary

Tour Itinerary

The tour starts on the sidewalk on main... 10 minutes

The tour starts on the sidewalk on main street outside the Sun Inn, explore the courtyard and grounds. You'll hear about the Founding Fathers that once met here and it's Revolutionary War history. Then you'll be guided through Bethlehem to it's historic spots and learn their story.

The tour stops outside the 1810 Goundie house...

The tour stops outside the 1810 Goundie house and you'll hear it's history of brew, the events and history of bethlehem.

The tour takes you along the historic Main... 15 minutes

The tour takes you along the historic Main street and you'll hear the history of the Bethlehem star, the buildings and people.

God's acre is a historic cemetery in downtown... 5 minutes

God's acre is a historic cemetery in downtown Bethlehem, you'll hear why it's unique, the people here and it's history.

From here you'll have a great view of... 15 minutes

From here you'll have a great view of Bethlehem, the river, the steel stacks and the star! You'll hear the history of Bethlehem Steel and the Bethlehem star

One of the historic Moravian houses

One of the historic Moravian houses! You'll hear why it's the Single Sisters house and how these ladies stitched the history of the revolutionary war!

The tour will go outside the historic Church...

The tour will go outside the historic Church and you'll hear why the city is called Bethlehem and the first settlers in this old town.

The oldest in the USA and some say the oldest in the world 10 minutes

The oldest in the USA and some say the oldest in the world! hear the story of the Moravians and this amazing bookshop.

This history hotel has a history that's rooted in America 10 minutes

This history hotel has a history that's rooted in America. Schwab, Ford, JFK, Churchill and Billy Joel are a few of it's many famous guests. Hear how the hotel helped inspire the song "Allentown".

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cancellation policy?

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

How do I book this tour?

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Is this tour suitable for all ages?

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