Tour of Historic Oakwood: Architectural Styles

Explore Raleigh’s Oakwood with a historian, uncovering stunning 19th-century architecture from Second Empire to Queen Anne styles. Book your tour today.

Duration: 1 hour
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Historic Oakwood - Visitors will have the opportunity to discover the historic districts of North Blount and Oakwood, celebrated for their stunning variety of Victorian architecture. Some of the notable sites on the tour include the Heck-Andrews House, Leonidas Polk House, Capehart House, Tucker House, Lamar-Brown House, among others.
What's Included
  • Tour of Historic Oakwood and North Blount.
What's Not Included
  • Bottled water
  • Most of the homes that we visit are currently occupied, so we will not enter any of them.
Additional Information

Raleigh’s historic Oakwood and North Blount neighborhoods are renowned for their captivating historic homes, showcasing a variety of architectural styles from the late 19th to early 20th centuries.

Explore Oakwood with a knowledgeable historian guide and witness the progression of American architecture, from the sophisticated Second Empire style to the whimsical Queen Anne style and beyond.

Location
Heck-Andrews House
North Blount Street
We meet outside the Heck-Andrews House in Raleigh. The best spot for parking nearby is at the lot near the State Archives or street-side parking around the surrounding neighborhood.
Cancellation Policy

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

From $19
up to 15 guests
1 Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).