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 $60 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.
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 approximately 170 in April 2024 (about 40 corporate and 140 individual), is a Pennsylvania 501(c)6 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.
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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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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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The APT annual training program prepares tour guides while attracting many members of the public fascinated with Philadelphia history.
Read moreMembership Specialties
- Women’s History Tour
- African American Tour
- Master Guides Tour
- Immigrant History Tour
- LGBTQ History Tour
What’s New at APT
All Guides Certified by ’25! Check out our special promotion in the APT Store.
Looking to do a tour in Philadelphia? Check out our list of corporate members and search our APT Directory.
Liability Insurance. Open enrollment for July 1 – December 31, 2024 coverage, $55 payable in APT Store. Deadline July 31.
The National Federation of Tourist Guide Associations (NFTGA) is holding its Biennial Conference on January 29-31, 2025 in Philadelphia!