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Punxsutawney Groundhogs, Weather, Bill Murray & More in Self-Guided Walking Tour

102 W Mahoning St, Punxsutawney, PA 15767, USA
Duration

35 to 45 minutes (approx.)

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

15 people

Languages

English

Overview

Discover the little-known stories behind iconic Punxsutawney’home of the weather-predicting groundhog, Phil’during this self-guided, smartphone-based tour. Learn about the Native American history behind Groundhog Day and hear about Bill Murray’s stay in town. GPS-navigated tours never expire and include a bonus virtual tour.

  • A self-guided, smartphone-based tour of Punxsutawney
  • Learn the secrets behind Groundhog Day, from the annual holiday to the film
  • Pass by the Punxsutawney Weather Discovery Center and Phil’s Burrow
  • Travel at your own pace and schedule’tours never expire

What To Expect

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Punxsutawney Phil’s Official Souvenir Shop



The tour starts just outside the souvenir shop. Feel free to pop in and get goodies that are locally theme. You’ll hear about Phil and you’ll see one of the first Phantastic Phil statues.

3 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Get Your Phil Of Roses Statue



We wills top at this first Phantastic Phil statue and learn it’s story. You’ll also see the Punxsutawney mural close by and hear about the Inner Circle of the Groundhog club and how they have kept Phil alive since 1886.

6 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Punxsutawney Weather Discovery Center



Punxsutawney is the weather capital of the world. So, it should come to no surprise they have one of the best places to learn about the science and folklore of weather.

• Admission Ticket Free

Freedom Phil Statue



You’ll see the Freedom Phil Statue and learn about the festivities in Barclay Park. You’ll also hear about how Phil speaks to people!

6 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Burrow



The tour stops outside and you’ll hear about old Punxsutawney, it’s coal mining days and how it became the The Weather capital of the world.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

135 E Mahoning St



We will stop here and hear about when Bill Murray visited Punxsutawney to research Groundhogs day and his interactions with the locals.

3 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

238 E Mahoning St



We will stop outside and see the Tree Clock, one of the most unique and well known clocks in the area. You’ll also hear the origin of the Groundhog predictions.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Phil’s Burrow



Our last stop is at Phil’s Burrow where hopefully you’ll get a chance to see Phil and his wife. You’ll hear the story of how Phil got his name and much more.

6 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Highlights

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Included/Excluded

  • GPS Navigated Tour on the WalknTours App in Punxsutawney
  • Never expires, go at your own pace and schedule
  • After the on location tour a virtual tour unlocks, listen anytime
  • You will learn the mythology of Phil, local history and more!
  • Go anytime, at your own pace and schedule. It's a Smart phone guided tour.
  • There are no tour guides, this is self guided on our smart phone app
  • No food or drinks
  • No admission into any building

Durations

35 to 45 minutes (approx.)

Tour's Location

102 W Mahoning St, Punxsutawney, PA 15767, USA
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