Frank Lloyd Wright by Bus

  • Unity Temple by Frank Lloyd Wright, showcasing modernist architecture with geometric patterns, concrete columns, and natural lighting.

    Unity Temple

Embark on a journey through Frank Lloyd Wright’s evolution of Prairie Style architecture with a tour of his Oak Park neighborhood.

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  • Unity Temple by Frank Lloyd Wright, showcasing modernist architecture with geometric patterns, concrete columns, and natural lighting.

    Unity Temple

Discover the neighborhood where Wright's famed Prairie Style of architecture evolved. The tour includes bus transportation to and from Oak Park with commentary, a one-hour interior tour of Wright’s Home and Studio and a walking tour of the Frank Lloyd Wright Historic District.

Duration
4 hours
Site Type
Neighborhoods
Location
Suburbs
Architects and Styles
Meet

Chicago Architecture Center, 111 E. Wacker Dr.

Included is an interior visit to Frank Lloyd Wright's newly restored masterpiece, Unity Temple. The interior tour of the Home and Studio and Unity Temple is conducted by the Frank Lloyd Wright Trust. The walking portion of the tour is approximately 0.75 mile in length. Actual tour duration may vary due to traffic conditions and road repairs.


Know before you go:
  • The August 21 departure of this bus tour is co-sponsored by Visit Oak Park, the convention and visitors bureau for Western Cook County. All attendees will receive a Frank Lloyd Wright book as a gift of Visit Oak Park at the conclusion of the tour
  • Frank Lloyd Wright properties have stairs and are not completely ADA accessible. Visit the Frank Lloyd Wright Trust’s accessibility page for more information.
Notes:
  • Many tours sell out. To guarantee your space advance reservations are strongly recommended.
  • Ticket price includes entrance to the Chicago Architecture Center within 7 days of your tour. View the CAC's hours.
  • Your safety is our priority. The itinerary of this tour may be altered in accordance with health and safety policies and considerations.
  • Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio exterior, showcasing Prairie School architecture with horizontal lines, overhanging eaves, and natural materials.

    Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio. Photo by Eric Allix Rogers.

  • Exterior view of the Frank Lloyd Wright-designed Heurtley House, featuring Prairie School architecture with horizontal lines, a low-pitched roof, and large windows.

    Heurtley House. Photo by Rick Donaldson.

  • Thomas Gale House by Frank Lloyd Wright, showcasing Prairie School architecture with horizontal lines, a low-pitched roof, and prominent geometric patterns in the windows.

    Thomas Gale House. Photo by Dave Rytell.

  • Walter Gale House by Frank Lloyd Wright, featuring Prairie School architecture with horizontal lines, a low-pitched roof, and large windows with geometric patterns.

    Walter Gale House. Photo by Dave Rytell.

  • Hills-DeCaro House by Frank Lloyd Wright, showcasing Prairie School architecture with horizontal lines, a low-pitched roof, and distinctive geometric window patterns.

    Hills-DeCaro House. Photo by Chris Riley.

FAQ

  • Essential walking tours depart from the center at 111 East Wacker; they are free for all CAC members. Premier walking tours depart from other locations across Chicago, including neighborhood tours. Premier tours are discounted for individual, dual and family memberships and free for Deco level and above.

  • The CAC welcomes all visitors and is committed to making its offerings feel safe and accessible to everyone. Learn more about accessibility options.

  • Many of our tours depart from the CAC at 111 E. Wacker. Your ticket (regular or print-at-home) will indicate the departure location. If you have any questions about your tour’s meeting place, give us a call at 312.922.TOUR (8687).

    For tours that don’t begin at the CAC, please consult the individual tour webpage, or call 312.922.TOUR (8687) for details on the meeting location.

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