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Historic Oakwood: History & Architecture Tour

5.0(17)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 17 reviews1 hFree cancellationBy Triangle Walking Tours
Historic Oakwood: History & Architecture Tour

About this activity

Raleigh's historic Oakwood and North Blount neighborhoods are famous for their array of fascinating historic houses, displaying a multitude of historic architectural styles from the late 19th to early 20th centuries.

Travel through Oakwood with a professional historian guide and experience the evolution of American architecture, from the elegant Second Empire style to the playful Queen Anne style and much more.

What's included

  • ✓Tour of Historic Oakwood and North Blount.

Not included

  • ✕Bottled water
  • ✕Most of the homes that we visit are currently occupied, so we will not enter any of them.

Meeting and pickup

  • 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.

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

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