Upcoming Meetings
November 10, 7-9:00 pm
The Association of Philadelphia Tour Guides (APT) will offer its 2021 tour guide training Nov. 10 to 14. The training opens with a free zoom meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 10, covering the business of guiding and tour training techniques.
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The Association of Philadelphia Tour Guides (APT) holds monthly meetings the second Wednesday of each month at 7 pm which feature a guest speaker on a topic of historical significance in Philadelphia or a field trip for a behind-the-scenes tour of a local historic site. Meetings are open to aspiring and working tour guides as well as anyone with an interest in Philadelphia-focused history. Attend one meeting for free and then it is $50 to join the association for the year or $10 per monthly meeting event. Please join us for convivial company, good food, fascinating presentations, and lively discussions.
Discounted rates are being offered for 2022: $25 individual membership and $100 corporate. Or purchase a total tour training package and receive complimentary membership.
ABOUT APT
The Association of Philadelphia Tour Guides (APT) was founded in 2008 to bring professional and volunteer guides together, to act as a voice for our membership, and to ensure a high quality experience for every visitor in our city. The Association conducts the Education and Certification Program for Philadelphia city guides. APT, with a membership of 128 as of December 2019, is a Pennsylvania non-profit organization.
Philadelphia tour guides take great pride in the services they provide to visitors and local residents exploring the rich historical, architectural, and cultural resources of Philadelphia.
Recent reviews on APT
Wonderful tour guides who are great at story telling to weave the rich history of Philadelph
I just completed all four legs of the River to River 12 hour tour. Had a different guide for each section and they were all wonderful!
Thanks for a great day and also for the chance to have dinner with the guides! Excellent day!
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Certification
The APT Guide Certification Programs assess basic and master competency for anyone wishing to work as a Philadelphia tour guide.
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Membership
Everyone connected to Philadelphia’s thriving tourism industry is invited to join APT as well as anyone interested in Philadelphia and its history.
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Membership Specialties
- Women’s History Tour
- African American Tour
- Master Guides Tour
- Immigrant History Tour
- LGBTQ History Tour
What’s New at APT
2021 Tour Guide Training Program Nov. 10-14 APT departs from its traditional lecture series format to offer tours of various Philadelphia neighborhoods led by APT master and certified guides. All are welcome. Sign up now – tours are filling fast!
Updated APT HANDBOOK APT is now offering its tour guide handbook online to streamline the evolution process. Members are encouraged to submit changes and additions to create a truly inclusive document.
Statement of the Association of Philadelphia Tour Guides The APT Board commends the City of Philadelphia for its support of LGBTQAI+ rights in Fulton v Philadelphia.
NEW! ONLINE ACCESS TO THE UPDATED APT HANDBOOK
