More information on Robie House
One of Frank Lloyd Wright's finest works, the Robie House is one of the masterpieces of 20th-century American architecture. The open layout, linear geometry of form, and craftsmanship are typical of Wright's Prairie School design. Completed in 1909 for inventor Frederick Robie, a bicycle-and-motorcycle manufacturer, the home is also notable for its exquisite leaded- and stained-glass doors and windows. It's also among the last of his Prairie School-style homes: During its construction, Wright abandoned both his family and his Oak Park practice to follow other pursuits, most prominently the realization of his Taliesin home and studio in Spring Green, Wisconsin. Docents from Oak Park's Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio Foundation lead tours here, even though the house is undergoing a massive, 10-year restoration (the house will be open throughout the process, but your photos may include some scaffolding). A Wright specialty bookshop is in the building's former three-car garage -- which was highly unusual for the time in which it was built. Allow 1 hour per tour, plus time to browse the gift shop. Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.
Price
Admission $9 adults, $7 seniors and children 7-18, free for children under 7Credit Cards Accepted
visa,mastercard,amex,discoverDirections
Bus: 6 or Metra Electric train to 57th St. and Lake Park Ave
Area
At 58th St
Hours
Mon-Fri tours at 11am, 1, and 3pm; Sat-Sun every half-hour 11am-3:30pm. Bookshop daily 10am-5pm
Information by FrommersThings to do near Robie House
-
5140 S Kenwood Ave Chicago, IL 60615Distance 0.8 miles away Popularity #139 of 217 -
4900 S Lake Shore Dr Chicago, IL 60615Average price: $98.50Distance 1.2 miles away Popularity #108 of 217 -
11 W 26th St Chicago, IL 60616Distance 4.2 miles away Popularity #141 of 217 -
2233 S Dr Martin L King Jr Dr Chicago, IL 60616Average price: $103.38Distance 4.5 miles away Popularity #66 of 217 -
2020 S Calumet Ave Chicago, IL 60616Average price: $280.00Distance 4.6 miles away Popularity #98 of 217 -
214 W 22nd Pl Chicago, IL 60616Average price: $80.19Distance 4.7 miles away Popularity #102 of 217 -
1100 S Michigan Ave Chicago, IL 60605Average price: $73.50Distance 5.6 miles away Popularity #86 of 217 -
800 S Michigan Ave Chicago, IL 60605Average price: $107.63Distance 5.8 miles away Popularity #83 of 217 -
720 S Michigan Ave Chicago, IL 60605Average price: $141.46Distance 5.9 miles away Popularity #51 of 217 -
636 S Michigan Ave Chicago, IL 60605Average price: $184.00Distance 5.9 miles away Popularity #18 of 217
-
One of Frank Lloyd Wright's finest works, the Robie House is one of the masterpieces of 20th-century American architecture. T...
Popularity #122 of 1,180 -
The Oriental Institute Museum allows you to travel to distant and ancient civilizations without leaving Chicago. Part of the University o...
Distance 0.1 miles away Popularity #146 of 1,180 -
The Rockefeller Memorial Chapel is just across from Robie House. Did someone say chapel? This is false modesty, even for a Ro...
Distance 0.1 miles away Popularity #51 of 1,180 -
A classic campus bookstore located near the University of Chicago, this shop has extensive philosophy and theology sections a...
Distance 0.1 miles away Popularity #91 of 1,180 -
Whoever said that University of Chicago students don't know how to enjoy themselves has never been to the Ida Noyes basement. With seven-...
Distance 0.2 miles away Popularity #557 of 1,180 -
Midway Plaisance is an 80-acre strip which connected the Jackson and Washington Park exhibits during the Columbian World Exhibition of 18...
Distance 0.2 miles away Popularity #372 of 1,180 -
Winter sports enthusiasts will enjoy an invigorating workout in the open air. Built upon the grounds of Midway Plaisance Park, this outdo...
Distance 0.2 miles away Popularity #108 of 1,180 -
Nuclear Energy is a sculpture, in bronze. This marvelous creation by Henry Moore is located in the campus of the University of Chicago. I...
Distance 0.3 miles away Popularity #645 of 1,180 -
This gallery on the University of Chicago campus was established in 1915, and has a long tradition of being one of the city's most distin...
Distance 0.3 miles away Popularity #275 of 1,180 -
The University of Chicago's fine-arts museum looks rather modest, but it packs a lot of talent into a compact space. Its perm...
Distance 0.3 miles away Popularity #170 of 1,180
-
The Woodlawn Tap, known for its late owner, Jimmy, is a Hyde Park institution. Students from the venerable University of Chi...
Distance 0.4 miles away Popularity #606 of 713 -
One of the more romantic and upscale dining establishments in Hyde Park, Piccolo Mondo Cafe is located in the elegant, historic Windemere...
Distance 0.6 miles away Popularity #109 of 713 -
Don't judge Harold's by its dingy, slightly scary interior. Harold's sells what may be the best Fried Chicken north of the Mason Dixon li...
Distance 0.7 miles away Popularity #3 of 713 -
Ribs N' Bibs is a little University of Chicago area ranchhouse that features old style South Side barbecue. Eating Ribs n' Bibs fare is a...
Distance 0.7 miles away Popularity #58 of 713 -
With several locations in the city and surrounding areas, Pizza Capri is a classy yet casual dining establishment. While the pizza is goo...
Distance 0.8 miles away Popularity #150 of 713 -
Park 52, an American Bistro, is the latest addition to the Jerry Kleiner restaurants. Centrally located in the cozy, Hyde Park, neighbor...
Distance 0.8 miles away Popularity #514 of 713 -
If you are a Baseball fan or want to know more about this sport then the Negro League Cafe is the place for you to go. Educate yourself w...
Distance 2.2 miles away Popularity #437 of 713 -
The Parrot Cage Restaurant is a creation and operation of the highly acclaimed Washburne Culinary Institute, one of the best and oldest c...
Distance 2.2 miles away Popularity #540 of 713 -
Only in Chicago. That's right. You saw it here first—vegetarian soul food, served in this restaurant run by the African Hebrew Israelite...
Distance 2.5 miles away Popularity #30 of 713 -
Sikia Restaurant is student-run by the Washburne Culinary Institute. Sikia offers African insipired cuisine.
Distance 2.6 miles away Popularity #530 of 713
Hotels near this attraction
-
The Beadle Residences
0.8 miles away -
Ramada Lake Shore
1.2 miles away | Avg. price: $98.50 -
Chicago South Loop Hotel
4.2 miles away -
Hyatt Regency Mccormick Place
4.5 miles away | Avg. price: $103.38 -
Wheeler Mansion
4.6 miles away | Avg. price: $280.00
Chicago Travel Experiences
-
The Windy City
Chicago meant a few things to us: visiting with family, seeing multiple baseball games, and getting some culture. We were pretty su... Continue reading »
-
Chicago
I flew into O’Hare (Chicago) over three hours late. O’Hare is one of the busiest airports in the world (due to its central location in No... Continue reading »
-
Chicago :o)
So it was an incredibly tumultous time getting here.. So crazy. But by the time we finally arrive.. late.. we were ready to get down to b... Continue reading »
-
Travel Tip: Find the Lake as fast as you can
Moody's stands for Moody's Pub and Last call at Moody's Pub is a subjective thing, or so im told but thats not what I noticed first. Ther... Continue reading »
-
Chicago Bound
OK - time to go. If you know me, you know I consider the journey to be part of the trip. And my itinerary was Denver-Chicago-... Continue reading »
Where have you been lately?
Share your travels with friends & family
- Free Travel Blog
- Stunning maps
- Share experiences
- Automatic emails
- Unlimited photos
- Unlimited entries
Popular Chicago Hotels
- The Talbott Hotel
- Hotel Monaco Chicago - A Kimpton Hotel
- Sofitel Chicago Water Tower
- James Hotel Chicago
- Hampton Inn Majestic Chicago Theatre District
- Peninsula Chicago
- Omni Chicago Hotel
- Courtyard by Marriott Chicago Downtown/Magnificent Mile
- Homewood Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown
- Fitzpatrick Chicago
