Robie House Tour: Explore Frank Lloyd Wright's Masterpiece

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Explore the iconic Robie House, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and masterpiece of American architecture. Book a guided tour to experience Frank Lloyd Wright’s groundbreaking Prairie style design.

Duration: 1 hour

Cancellation: 24 hours

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Highlights

Frank Lloyd Wright’s Robie House - The Frederick C. Robie House on the University of Chicago campus is considered one of the most important buildings in the history of American architecture. This Prairie style masterpiece is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site on the 20th Century Architecture of Frank Lloyd Wright List. Discover the residence Wright…

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Knowledgeable local guide

Additional Information

The Frederick C. Robie House, located on the University of Chicago campus, is a significant landmark in the narrative of American architecture. This iconic Prairie style structure is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is included in the 20th Century Architecture of Frank Lloyd Wright List. Known as “a cornerstone of modern architecture”…

Location

5757 S Woodlawn Ave

South Woodlawn Avenue

Enter from the courtyard. Walk into the gift shop and ask to about the tour.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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506ulysseg

Feb 23, 2025

great visit - a superb house in a very nice area away from the bustle of chicago center a very kind guide and cultivates

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Gary_m

Feb 14, 2025

Awesome! - In the Frank Lloyd Wright tradition this house is awesome. Lots of wood which is always welcoming. Very interesting how he did the brick in the main fireplace. Pleases an architecture buff.

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Natfigs

Jan 28, 2025

Amazing - This attraction was included in our City Pass, so we didn’t hesitate to visit because we are very interested in design and architecture. In my opinion, it is not as impressive and well preserved as the FLW House and Studio, but it’s still very important to appreciate the style of this very famous American architect —and to understand the history and heritage of Chicago. Our tour guide was really kind, patient and well-spoken. He explained everything perfectly and knew the answer to all our questions. The shop is nice and the staff is kind. The entrance is hard to find though, as you have to enter through what used to be the “service area”, which is on one side of the house instead of the front. Also, getting here by public transportation from the Chicago Downtown is a bit tricky because you do have to walk a bit after taking the bus. The house is located in a nice neighborhood though (Mr. Robie was a wealthy client), so it’s a pretty area to pass by. I definitely recommend visiting!

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Prairiepaddler

Jan 14, 2025

Outstanding Tour, A Must For Frank Lloyd Wright Fans - I love historic homes and house tours and the staff here at Robie House does an excellent job. Our guide Kate was one of the best we've ever had, warmly gracious, deeply knowledgeable and a superb museum educator. This is celebrated as one of Wright's must-see properties and it lives up to the billing for its daring innovations early in his career. Very few furnishings remain and there were only a few visual aids to depict the rooms furnished and in use. Still, it is stunning and absolutely worth going out of your way to see. We readily found free street parking just around the corner in this residential neighborhood bordering the university, and the tour lasted one hour.

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C2cali

Jan 8, 2025

A stunning architectural example from FLW - Had a great tour of this home with a very friendly and knowledgable volunteer. Only a small group, and got some great photos too. Bravo!

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Pat_p

Jan 2, 2025

Fascinating slice of architectural history - There is such an insightful story that can be told about Frank Lloyd Wright's ideas by this house and it's an absolute treat to hear it while walking through it. The staff are super friendly and helpful too! Ask about the self-guided neighborhood walking tour too! These are a great way to start your day before heading to the Museum of Science and Industry for more learning!

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Afiguec

Dec 30, 2024

A gem of FLW architecture - If you like architecture and design, this is a place you should visit. It is one of Wright's last homes in Chicago's Prarie style. Beautiful details and very interesting spaces. The explanation of the tour is excellent, with a lot of knowledge of the house and the construction site. We went by bus. You have to walk about 15 minutes from the stop to the house. How it was raining and very cold was very demanding, but it was worth it. Highly recommended.

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Kaagamc

Nov 26, 2024

A must-see for Frank Lloyd Wright fans - The house is considered his fullest expression of Prairie style architecture. The docent was informative and engaging and provided a wonderful overview of this masterpiece.

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Russ_l

Dec 7, 2024

Wrong Wright Home - Tickets issued to me were for the FLW house in Illinois NOT the home in Florida where we were. We had to purchase a limited tour of the home in Florida at the site because the tickets issued by Viator were not valid

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Mrexm

Nov 10, 2024

Buy ticket AND book a tour, or you see nothing. - I bought a ticket in advance, without understanding that I also needed to book a tour. I arrived before the first tour at 10 o’clock, but was told that my ticket was useless without the tour booking. Although the first tour group was standing and waiting, they would not allow me to join, and only gave me the option of waiting an hour and a half. The staff could have not been less accommodating.

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