Philadelphia

Art and Controversy: An audio tour of Philadelphia's most infamous art scandals

Philadelphia, USA
Art and Controversy An audio tour of Philadelphias most infamous art scandals
  • 30 to 45 minutes
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Discover the legends, scandals, and histories of Philadelphia’s art scene on this private, self-led audio walking tour. Upon booking, download the app to your smartphone, and start the tour at a time that works best for you—with lifetime access, you can use it whenever, and as often as, you’d like. You’ll see highlights like the Philadelphia Museum of Art, the Rodin Museum, and the Rocky Statue—and will learn behind-the-scenes stories as you go.
  • This self-led audio tour offers a flexible and affordable way to explore
  • Admire many of Philadelphia’s best-known art museums and destinations
  • Learn the secret histories and scandals behind the sights as you go
  • Offline GPS map access makes navigating the city simple

What's Included

  • Lifetime access to this tour in English
  • VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
  • Smartphone and headphones
  • Transportation
  • Food/Drink

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Logan Square, Philadelphia, PA, USA

    The tour starts at the Logan Square Fountain. Before arrival, please install the VoiceMap mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. This is a self-guided audio tour that you can start, pause, or restart at any time and complete at your own pace.

Start time

Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.

Opening hours

  • 7/17/2020 - 5/17/2025

    Monday - Sunday : 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM

End point

  • Rocky Statue
    2600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA 19130, USA

What To Expect

Logan Square (Pass By)

Parkway Central Library (Pass By)

Barnes Foundation (Pass By)

Rodin Museum (Pass By)

The Thinker (Pass By)

Independence National Historical Park (Pass By)

Ericsson Fountain (Pass By)

Rocky Statue (Pass By)

Philadelphia Museum of Art (Pass By)

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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      Okay for the novice
      Kate_Z, Nov 2022
      Thought it was too heavy on Rodin. Personally, I did not learn too much new information (I am an art historian). But, thought it was well done for what it is.

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      -You will not receive a refund if you cancel.

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