Chinatown

Philadelphia's Chinatown is well known for their busy streets, restaurants, and unique markets but how did it get there? Join us on a journey to uncover Chinatown’s history, view the impacts of Philadelphia's development, and struggles the community faced as they carved their place into Philadelphia.

Meet in front of Panera at the corner of 12th and Arch Streets across from Reading Terminal Market.

In registering to attend this walking tour, you agreed to the following (Please note the updated changes as of April 20, 2022):

• During tours, facemasks will be optional for all individuals including the tour guide
• Facemasks may be required to enter buildings on certain tours. Please bring one with you in case it is needed 
• Preservation Alliance walking tours utilize an audio system that transmits from a headset worn by the guide to earpieces worn by tour attendees. The equipment is thoroughly sanitized before and after each use. Tour attendees can also plug in their personal headsets or earbuds that use a standard headphone jack (Not compatible with Bluetooth or Apple earphones).

Space is limited. Advance registration required.

Email us at tours@preservationalliance.com for any questions or join the waitlist for a sold out tour!