Philadelphia

Valley Forge Revolutionary War Self-Guided Driving Tour

Philadelphia, USA
Valley Forge National Historical Park Self Guided Driving Tour
  • 2 to 3 hours
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

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Overview

Transport yourself back in time to 1777 on a self-guided driving tour of Valley Forge National Historical Park in Pennsylvania. This crucial Revolutionary War site, where the Continental Army encamped under George Washington’s command, serves as a monument to the bravery and resilience of the American Revolutionaries. As you drive through the park’s 3,500 acres, you’ll hear captivating tales of their heroism and challenges.
  • Go deep into Revolutionary history with this audio tour of Valley Forge
  • App-based guide leads you with a live GPS Map
  • Great value family-friendly tour, since multiple passengers can listen together
  • No reception, no problem–the app works offline too

What's Included

  • Engaging storytelling: Uncover unique tales and thrilling history for a memorable journey!
  • Perfect narrator: nothing can beat listening to a great voice. Proven with tons of rave reviews!
  • Comprehensive route and stops: See it all, miss nothing, leave no stone unturned!
  • Offline maps: no signal, no problem! Works perfectly without cellular or wifi.
  • Hands-free: audio stories play on their own based on your location. Easy to use!
  • Go at your own pace: Start anytime, pause anywhere, enjoy breaks for snacks and photos freely!
  • Great value: purchase per car, not per person. More affordable than bus or guided tours!
  • Easy-to-use app: download Action’s Tour Guide App onto your phone
  • Attraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Visitor Center At Valley Forge
    1400 N Outer Line Dr, King of Prussia, PA 19406, USA

    After booking the tour, search your email for the phrase "Set up your self-guided tour now." Follow these instructions NOW to finish setting up the tour while you have Wi-Fi/data. Do NOT wait until you are onsite.

Start time

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

Opening hours

  • 7/27/2020 - 5/24/2025

    Monday - Sunday : 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

End point

  • 3113 Valley Forge Cir, King of Prussia, PA 19406, USA

    This is a self-guided experience and not an entrance ticket. It begins at the Visitor Center At Valley Forge 1000 N Outer Line Dr, King of Prussia, PA 19406, USA. The tour audio will automatically begin once at the starting point. Follow the audio instructions and the route.

What To Expect

Visitor Center At Valley Forge

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Muhlenberg Brigade

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Maine Memorial

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

National Memorial Arch

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

General Wayne Statue

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Knox's Quarters Parking

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Delaware Memorial

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Commander in Chief's Guard Huts (Valley Forge National Park)

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Valley Forge National Historical Park

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

New Jersey Brigade Memorial

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Statue of General Friedrich von Steuben

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Varnum's Quarters

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Patriots of African Descent Monument

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Philander Chase Knox Estate

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Valley Forge National Historical Park

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Washington Memorial Chapel

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Washington Memorial Chapel Cemetery

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Maurice Stephens House

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Port Kennedy Railroad Station

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • How to access: Once you book a tour, you’ll get a confirmation email and an instructions email. Follow the instructions right away: • Download the app • Enter the password • Download the tour • MUST DO while in strong wifi/cellular
  • How to start the tour: Once onsite, open the Action's Tour Guide App: • If there is just one tour, launch it. • If there are multiple tour versions, launch the one with your planned starting point and direction. • Go to the starting point. (Note: no one will meet you at the start. This tour is self-guided). • The audio will begin automatically at the starting point. If you face audio issues, visit the FAQ. • Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.
  • Amazing savings: • Driving Tours: Save money by purchasing a single tour for the entire vehicle, avoiding individual fees per person like on a bus tour. Connect your phone to the car speakers to share the audio.
  • Flexibility and Convenience: • Use the tour app anytime, on any day, and over multiple days. It's perfect for tailoring your exploration and revisiting your favorite spots on future trips. • Start and pause the tour whenever you like, taking breaks and exploring side excursions at your own pace, free from the constraints of a group.
  • Comprehensive Tour Experience: •The app provides a full itinerary, travel tips, narrated audio stories, scripts, images, videos, and recommendations for additional activities. • Enjoy a private experience without the crowds, ideal for personalized stops and photo opportunities.
  • Comprehensive Tour Experience: •The app provides a full itinerary, travel tips, narrated audio stories, scripts, images, videos, and recommendations for additional activities. • Enjoy a private experience without the crowds, ideal for personalized stops and photo opportunities.
  • Memorable Keepsakes: • Utilize the app’s images to create a photo book or share on social media, ensuring you have high-quality, crowd-free memories from your trip.
  • Preparation: • After booking, download the app and the tour using a strong Wi-Fi connection. • Review the tour at home before your trip for a better experience.
  • Starting the Tour: • Open the app upon arrival at your destination. • Select the appropriate tour based on your starting point. • Head to the starting location; the audio will begin automatically. • Follow the suggested route and adhere to the speed limit for an optimal experience. • By following these instructions and taking advantage of the app's features, users can enjoy a personalized, flexible, and in-depth exploration of their destination at their own pace and convenience.
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

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Reviews

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Valley Forge from your car
Kit_S, Jan 2024
It was a little confusing with the stories directing us and seeing the signs, then switching to the map but overall we enjoyed it.
Response from Host, Jan 2024
Kit, I'm glad you enjoyed the Valley Forge Revolutionary War Self-Guided Driving Tour, even with the navigation challenges. I appreciate your feedback as it helps in refining the tour experience. For future travels, consider my Action+ Tour Bundle for over 100 self-guided tours, allowing you to explore a variety of fascinating locations at your own pace.
Valley forge by car
Joan_W, Oct 2023
There were roads blocked for entry that changed the route. Interesting narrative added to our experience
Response from Host, Oct 2023
Joan! Thanks for taking the time to leave a review on the Valley Forge Self Audio Tour. The roadblocks are a bummer, but I'm stoked the narrative added to your experience. If you ever get that itch to hit the road again, remember that my Action+ Tour Bundle has a treasure trove of over 100 self-guided tours waiting for you.
Great guides and sights
David_C, Jul 2023
Great, friendly and knowledgeable guides and very scenic route Watch your head for the overhanging branches and trees though!
Response from Host, Jul 2023
Thank you, David, for your wonderful review! It's great to hear that you enjoyed your Valley Forge National Historical Park Tour. Thank you for sharing your tip about being cautious of overhanging branches and trees. Your insight is valuable to other travelers. If you have future travel plans, we highly recommend checking out our Action+ Tour Bundle, which includes over 100 self-guided tours for you to explore. Enjoy your travels!
Worth the money to stay on course
Mark_D, Mar 2023
The app worked perfectly. It was informative however I think it could have provided more details. Although there are down times in what you are seeing, there are so many facts that could be provided during the travel time that could fill the time. More information is never a bad thing. It was definitely worth having to keep you from experiencing the whole VFNP.
Response from Host, Mar 2023
Thank you, Mark! We are delighted to hear that the app worked perfectly for you and provided useful content. I appreciate your suggestion to provide more information during the trip. We recognize that some more interesting facts and details can be shared, and we will consider this in our next tour version. We hope you had a memorable and enjoyable overall experience.
George Washington’s house...
Sharon_D, Oct 2022
George Washington’s house was a great experience to see how he lived under the circumstances. He really must have cared for his men and country.
Response from Host, Nov 2022
Thank you so much for your feedback, Sharon! I’m thrilled that my tour of Valley Forge added to your learning and that you enjoyed it. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to improve the tour and earn that extra star! I also have 100 other self-guided tours for other parks, scenic drives, cities, and historic sites in the US — hopefully, you’ll get the chance to try them next time! Also, to remind you, the tour you bought is yours for a lifetime. So, you can listen to it at home or on your next visit.
Valley Forge GPS Guide and Audio Tour
Jay_A, Aug 2022
Very good at telling the history of each stop in the park. Difficult to get it started at first to time correctly with each stop. Would have liked to have been advised as to what exact place I should start the tape so that it picked up GPS faster than it did. I had to double back to stop 2 after going to stop 3. Good value for the $10 invested. Very clear audio and I liked the GPS feature on my car screen when I connected to media output port.
Response from Host, Aug 2022
Thanks so much for your feedback and suggestions Jay! I'm thrilled that my tour of Valley Forge added to your learning and that you enjoyed it. The audio starts playing automatically when you get to the spot. The delay was caused by the GPS not being in proper sync. I'm glad you got as much out of the tour as possible and that everything went well:) In addition, I have 100 other tours in the USA. Please check them out on your next vacation. Also, just to remind you that the tour you bought is yours for a lifetime. So, you can listen to it at home or on your next visit also.
Great tour
Lisa_M, Aug 2022
It was interesting with just the right amount of information. A beautiful park. The tour was great because you can go at your own pace and see just what you want. Because the tour is gps enabled, dialogue starts when you approach a sight.
Response from Host, Aug 2022
We appreciate you taking the time to provide us with your feedback, Lisa. If you are still in the area, try out one of the other ten tours we have there. I have a total of 100 tours in the USA. I hope you will consider my other tours on your future vacations.
Thumbs up for Self-Guided Driving Tour!
Pamela_W, Jul 2022
Informational part of the tour was very interesting and I learned more then I thought I would. Commentary, you do have to get in/out of the car and walk several times or you will not get the full experience of the tour. Definitely will pack sneakers. Definitely will do another tour of this type again. You get to move/stop at your own pace and that was a definite plus.
Response from Host, Aug 2022
That’s fantastic! Thanks so much and excellent recommendations for all future travelers. Hope you get to try my other tours too!
Interesting but lacking tour signs
Donna_T, Jun 2022
Interesting tour but confusing to follow. No signs. No direction to keep you on track. Hard to drive and follow a map at tbe same time
Response from Host, Jun 2022
Thanks for the feedback Donna! We can’t control the lack of physical signage onsite but hopefully the “turn right/left” narrations in the tour helped.
Absolutely necessary to have this if you are Touring Valley Forge.
Lisa_M, Apr 2022
Absolutely necessary to have this if you are Touring Valley Forge.. The audio tour was great told us where to go and gave us history as to what we were looking at I wouldn’t do the tour without it very informational
Response from Host, Apr 2022
That’s awesome to hear!! I’m thrilled my tour added so much to your Valley Forge experience! Hope you get the chance to try out my other tours on your future travels!
Missed most of the points of interest
steven_g, Mar 2022
Decent narrative but missed most of the points of interest On the other hand The content that was presented was good quality
Response from Host, Mar 2022
Our tour covers the entirety of Valley Forge including all points of interest, highlights, official park stops, and unofficial but interesting spots — but if there’s anything specific we can add, please let us know! We’d love to improve the tour in any way possible. Please note that it’s important to follow the tour route — that way, all important points are hit.

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per group (up to 4)

up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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