Frank Lloyd Wright Home Tour: Explore American Architecture Origins

Discover the origins of American architecture on a tour of Frank Lloyd Wright’s Oak Park Home and Studio. Explore his innovative design ideas and learn about the visionary Prairie style.

Duration: 1 hour
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio - In 1889 Wright completed the construction of a small two-story residence in Oak Park on the Western edges of Chicago. The building was the first over which Wright exerted complete artistic control. Designed as a home for his family, the Oak Park residence was a site of experimentation for the young architect…
What's Included
  • English-speaking tour guide
  • Admission ticket to Frank Lloyd Wright’s Home and Studio
Additional Information

Explore the roots of authentic American architecture at Wright’s Oak Park Home and Studio, which was both home and workplace to Frank Lloyd Wright at the beginning of his 20 years in architecture. Witness where he tested cutting-edge design ideas in his personal abode, and gain an understanding of the forward-thinking Prairie style that was developed in his renowned studio.

Location
951 Chicago Ave
Chicago Avenue
The Home and Studio offers daily tours. Contact us if you require special accommodations. Please subscribe to us on Facebook, and Twitter for events!
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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U3400uwcharlotteh
Dec 17, 2025
Truly Fascinating Experience - Fascinating experience. The guided tour offered great insight into his life, creative process, and iconic architectural style. Walking through the spaces where many famous designs were born felt truly inspiring. A must visit, specially for architecture and design enthusiasts.
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Michele_p
Dec 5, 2025
The tour leader was... - The tour leader was awesome and very knowledgeable. We really enjoyed it! Also, we needed an ASL interpreter and they provided one. This was much appreciated and she was an excellent interpreter!
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Ems_jls
Nov 3, 2025
Well worth doing, tour guide excellent - Very unconventional and very interesting architecture. Each room has something to think about in it. Especially liked having to duck under the piano while going down a staircase! Our young tour guide Sara was really excellent - full of enthusiasm and historical detail without overdoing it.
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Jennifer721
Oct 26, 2025
Great tour - Wendee was our tour guide, she was great. When you buy from TripAdvisor, you are getting a voucher that you have to redeem at the site when you get there or call to reserve a time. We did not call to redeem the voucher beforehand. We got there shortly before 11am and the 11:30am tour was already full so we signed up for the 12:30pm tour and decided to do the neighborhood audio tour in the meantime which is $14 a person. Tripadvisor does still the tour for $27 while the site website sells it for $24 but we had a promotion which led us to use TA. Highly recommend the tour regardless of how you book.
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Sylvia
Oct 20, 2025
Wonderful architectural treasure located in a beautiful neighborhood. The staff and docents were very friendly. - The house tour was very interesting and we saw the first house built and renovated by Frank Lloyd Wright during the first 20 years of his career. The architectural design and elements are remarkable. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit.
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Margaleed
Oct 1, 2025
Fantastic Tour - Paul, a NU Grad, was a great guide! Very informative and knowledgeable! He went out of his way to answer our questions and provide extra details!
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Katie_w
Nov 17, 2025
Wonderful history - The house is a wonderful preservation of history. Adam has a very nice delivery of the history and importance of the furniture along with architecture.
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Amy
Nov 12, 2025
Guided tour - Great architecture and history behind the famous architect. Some walking and stairs. No kids under 8. Friendly guides.
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Sgcvn69
Oct 18, 2025
Nice Tour - Took one star off for feeling rushed, but home is beautiful and tour was great information wise! Guide was a bit unfriendly IMO. There does not appear to be a parking lot if you are driving. Do not bring big bags! Space is tight as with any Frank Lloyd Wright house! Walking tour is not far and is very level. Nice gift shop!
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Adel_g
Sep 22, 2025
My expectations were met... - My expectations were met however viator failed to mention we had to schedule an exact time snd had to wait one hour Also had to push back our dinner reservation because of the delay. Thankfully the restaurant was close snd accommodated us.
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From $27
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).