Historical Tour of Rittenhouse Square

As part of Philadelphia’s 250th anniversary celebration, the Center City Residents Association (CCRA) and the Friends of Rittenhouse Square (FoRS) invite you to explore the history that shaped one of the city’s most recognizable neighborhoods.

Beginning in the 1830s, Rittenhouse Square developed into a sought-after residential address, known for its impressive homes and notable residents. This guided walking tour highlights the architecture, growth, and stories behind the Square’s transformation — offering fresh perspective on a place many of us pass every day.

Tour Overview
This approximately one-hour guided experience includes:

• A walking tour tracing the Square’s 19th-century development
• The history, art and architecture of Rittenhouse Square, the public park that continues to serve as the heart of our extraordinary community

Whether you are a longtime resident or visiting Philadelphia for the first time, this tour offers a meaningful way to connect with the Rittenhouse community and its place within the city’s broader historical story.

Important Information

• This is a walking tour; no seating is provided.
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
• Tickets are non-refundable except in the event of weather-related cancellation.

Dates & Ticketing
This tour is co-sponsored by CCRA and FoRS

• Member-only tours begin April 2026
• Public tours run May through July 2026 (Limit 20 people per tour)
• Tickets are $40 person and must be purchased online in advance
• Scroll down to see schedule and link to registration site

Instructions For Registering

• Reservation Links will be marked "Pending" until the the actual tours are open for sign-ups.
• Once the registration for a given event is "open," click on the link to the actual registration form for that specific tour session. 
• If a session is marked as sold-out, please select a different date or time.
• Given the limited number of participants for each tour and expected high demand, we do not offer any refunds. Registration fees paid by no-shows will be considered as a charitable contribution.

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Member Tours (April)
Date	Day	Time	Registration Link
4/19/2026	Sunday	11:00 AM	SOLD OUT
4/19/2026	Sunday	1:00 PM	SOLD OUT
4/26/2026	Sunday	11:00 AM	SOLD OUT
4/26/2026	Sunday	1:00 PM	SOLD OUT
General Public Tours (May)
Date	Day	Time	Registration Link
5/8/2026	Friday	6:00 PM	CLICK TO REGISTER
5/10/2026	Sunday	11:00 AM	CLICK TO REGISTER
5/10/2026	Sunday	1:00 PM	CLICK TO REGISTER
5/15/2026	Friday	6:00 PM	CLICK TO REGISTER
5/17/2026	Sunday	11:00 AM	CLICK TO REGISTER
5/17/2026	Sunday	1:00 PM	CLICK TO REGISTER
General Public Tours (June)
Date	Day	Time	Registration Link
6/4/2026	Thursday	1:00 PM	Pending
6/14/2026	Sunday	11:00 AM	Pending
6/14/2026	Sunday	1:00 PM	Pending
6/21/2026	Sunday	11:00 AM	Pending
6/21/2026	Sunday	1:00 PM	Pending
General Public Tours (July)
Date	Day	Time	Registration Link
7/2/2026	Thursday	1:00 PM	Pending
7/5/2026	Sunday	11:00 AM	Pending
7/5/2026	Sunday	1:00 PM	Pending
7/16/2026	Thursday	1:00 PM	Pending
7/19/2026	Sunday	11:00 AM	Pending
7/19/2026	Sunday	1:00 PM	Pending