Bizarre Wicker Park: Medicine and Mobsters Self-Guided Audio Tour

Stroll past this iconic Art Deco skyscraper, formerly known as the Northwest Tower. You can learn about its history as the neighborhood's first skyscraper or enjoy rooftop cocktails with panoramic city views. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.

Pass by this majestic bookstore housed in the historic Noel State Bank building. Visitors can browse a massive collection of books and gifts beneath the beautifully restored architectural details of a 1920s bank. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.

Walk along North Avenue to find this award-winning staple serving New Haven-style thin-crust pizza and house-brewed beers. Learn about their unique collaborations and enjoy a lively, "hopping" atmosphere popular with locals. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.

Stroll past this triangular landmark, a former artist colony established in 1979 to revitalize the area. You can explore contemporary galleries and perhaps hear stories of the resident ghosts. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.

Pass by this community hub located within the neighborhood's namesake park. You can learn about the park’s donation by the Wicker brothers or participate in seasonal sports, workshops, and local garden events. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.

Walk along Hoyne Avenue to admire the opulent 19th-century mansions built by wealthy German brewery owners. Learn about the area's brewing history and spot vintage features like "carriage stones" near the curbs. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.

Stroll past this historic venue, once a 19th-century brothel with a secret tunnel connection to a nearby bathhouse. Today, you can catch live music acts and see the original Tiffany chandelier above the dancefloor. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.