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Historic Homes and Cottages of Wicker Park Walking Tour
5.0
32 Ratings
Chicago
A lot of the historical data imparted in this tour is unfamiliar to the majority of participants. This tour spans the spectrum - from the coarse to the attractive, from the ordinary to the extraordinary.
Duration:
2 hours
Highlights
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Wicker Park - See 40+ Stunning Chicago’s Workers Cottages Of Wicker Park - A Chicago Architectural Vernacular Of The Late 1800’s - PLUS MANY MORE HISTORIC PROPERTIES. This tour will show you many of these delightful cottages and the different styles they were designed and constructed in. Plus you will hear about some fascinating Chicago history that dates back 150 years and beyond as well as see over 25 historic homes, mansions, and buildings!
NOTE: This is a 2 hour +, three-mile walking tour so not suitable for most children under 13 or adults with health issues.
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What's Included
- Historical photos of each stop in a free app
Location
1237 N Hoyne Ave
North Hoyne Avenue
I will be in front of the workers cottage at this address.
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Customer Ratings
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433pattik
Aug 6, 2024
Awesome Wicker Park Tour - Excellent tour! I would highly recommend this tour and the guide. It was very informative and made for a great afternoon walk around Wicker Park!
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Nadiase9888fa
Jul 14, 2024
Highly recommend this tour! - Fantastic tour with Ronnie! I’ve lived in Chicago for over 2 years and seen these homes dozens of times but never knew how special they are until Ronnie’s tour. He’s clearly passionate about discovering the beautiful details in the architecture and ties in the historical context wonderfully.
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I1a23
Jul 2, 2024
Good way to get some perspective on early Chicago times and buildings! - It was a very informative and interesting tour of Wicker Park historic cottages and mansions with Ronnie Frey. He has not only curated this so well, but enlivened it with little stories which he’s gleaned having spoken to some of the owners themselves. He is so knowledgeable about each houses’ architectural style that by the end of the tour we knew what an Italianate vs Second empire style was!
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Kelly
Jun 9, 2024
The perfect way to spend a few hours in Wicker Park - This was a great way to spend a few hours walking in Wicker Park. Ronnie is a friendly and engaging guide. He has deep knowledge of architecture with his education and career background. I learned so much about the design of homes and Chicago history. It was also great to use the eATLAS tour companion to see the old photos and media elements.
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G6304civictoriap
Jun 9, 2024
Lovely afternoon well spent - The route chosen was so full of breath-taking finds! The tour guide was super knowledgeable and personable. This was fun for me as someone who is fairly familiar with Chicago history.
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Danask3007rk
Jun 9, 2024
Wicker Park History - I got a whole new look at Wicker Park! I live near Hoyne and walk this street all the time. Now I know so much more about the history and restorations of this beautiful street. Thank you Ronnie. Great tour!
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Akibaren
May 4, 2024
Learn to see our surroundings with a new eye - Was a great time! I’ve walked through this area many times just living life but it’s great to have an educated eye helping me to notice and name details on buildings. Found myself noticing similar details in my own neighborhood now, my view of my surroundings improved. Definitely recommend. Appreciated the labor history too!
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Johnmk9
May 4, 2024
Best way to see Wicker Park - Excellent walking tour. Ronnie was both knowledgeable and entertaining. He kept up a running commentary mixing historical and amusing facts of the buildings and the neighborhood. Highly recommend.
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Joece6221zo
May 4, 2024
Ronnie is great! - Ronnie was an excellent guide! He shared the right amount of information with great stories. IWe had a great time. I look forward to more tours.
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Dreamer673991
Apr 30, 2024
Learned a lot! - Ronnie is the perfect tour guide. He's knowledgeable, friendly, enthusiastic and definitely tries to meet the needs of his group.
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