Soul House Tour
ID: GYG671901-1107537
Category:
Country: United States
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Tourists will see a dozen houses of famous, black residents in Chicago. This guided tour will stop for photos as well.
This tour highlights famous black residents of Chicago, starting with the 44th president of the United States, the former First Lady’s childhood home as well as the home of Kanye West, where he lived from childhood until his music success. We view the home of fiery activist Ida B Wells. We tour the home of the founder of the Nation of Islam, the honorable Elijah Muhammad and his successor Louis Farrakhan. We view the home of “The Greatest”, Muhammad Ali. Sadly we visit the childhood home of Emmitt Till. We visit the homes of great entertainers such as Nat King Cole and many others!
Tourists have an option to take pictures outside of the home and will receive a booklet with all of the homes and a description,
Highlights
- This is not a bus tour, we tour with 2-11 people and allow time for pictures.
- Souvenir booklet of all houses and a write up on each.
- Great conversation and history from a Chicago born and raised tour guide.
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Pickup is at the Chicago Theater, 175 North State
The Chicago Theater
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.