Itinerary · 4 days
Philadelphia and Boston: The founding era
Stand where the Declaration and Constitution were signed, then walk Boston's Freedom Trail through the places where the Revolution began.
Themes: Founding, Revolution, Constitution
Suggested itinerary. These are suggestions to adapt, not schedules. Time at each stop is our estimate. Distances are straight-line only — check a maps service for real routes and travel times, and the operator's website for hours and tickets.
Day by day
Days 1–2: Philadelphia
Add time for nearby museums and neighborhoods.
- Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell
Allow: Half a day for the hall, the bell, and nearby exhibits (our estimate)
Days 3–4: Boston
Philadelphia to Boston is a long travel day by train, bus, car, or plane — check transit operators for schedules.
- Boston National Historical Park and the Freedom Trail
Allow: Half a day to a full day for the full trail (our estimate)
Reserve or check ahead
- Independence Hall: timed tour tickets are often required.
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