About Taliesin West
In the foothills of the McDowell Mountains, Taliesin West was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright over 80 years ago. One of the most influential architects of our time, Frank Lloyd Wright’s career spanned more than 70 years and produced such iconic buildings as Fallingwater and the Guggenheim Museum. With each masterful design, Wright forever influenced our relationship with architecture and our idea of how to live in balance with nature.
Highlights Audio Tour
Highlights Audio Tour
Immerse yourself in the world of Frank Lloyd Wright’s desert laboratory, Taliesin West, where he and his apprentices lived, worked, and advanced architecture. Explore the property and learn more about Wright’s work, his desert home, and his enduring principles of Organic Architecture.
This 60-minute tour is great for first-time visitors to Taliesin West, as it takes you inside the buildings and across the grounds. You’ll visit the most popular places on campus, including the Drafting Studio, Prow, and Garden Room.
If you like audiobooks or podcasts, you’ll love the Highlights Audio Tour, as it includes music and narration from Frank Lloyd Wright himself. The tour is delivered through your smartphone, on a free app. Don’t forget your headphones! Come and immerse yourself in our popular Highlights Audio Tour.
DETAILS
- This is a 60-minute walking tour, with limited seating.
- You will use your own smartphone and headphones.
- You will be both indoors and outdoors and visit living spaces and studio spaces.
This tour requires your own device!
SCHEDULE
TICKETS ARE LIMITED. ADVANCE RESERVATIONS ARE STRONGLY RECOMMENDED.
Please call 888.516.0811 for more information.
October 1, 2023 — May 31, 2024:
- Daily (Closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and Easter)
- First Audio Tour begins at 11:20 a.m.
- Last Audio Tour begins at 4:00 p.m.
DURATION
60-minute walking tour, indoors and outdoors.
PRICE
Adults $39-$44
Students (13-25 with student ID) $27-$31
Youth (6-12) $19-$22
Members: Eligible for member benefits. Please check your membership details.
This audio tour is a 60-minute walking tour, across uneven terrain. Use of your own personal device and headphones is required as we have a very limited supply of devices for loan. Guests will have limited opportunities to sit down during the tour and will spend as much time outdoors as indoors. Please read our FAQ for more information.
TICKETS ARE LIMITED. ADVANCE RESERVATIONS ARE STRONGLY RECOMMENDED.
Please call 888.516.0811 for more information.
In-depth Guided Tour
In-Depth Guided Tour
Explore Taliesin West with a guide for a memorable, in-depth experience. You’ll spend 90 minutes with a passionate, knowledgeable guide, exploring the Historic Core of Taliesin West. Dive deeper into the tenets of Organic Architecture, the collections, and the history of this World Heritage Site. This tour is great for Wright fans who want to talk with a guide, ask questions, and learn with others in a small group setting. You’ll visit Taliesin West’s highlights, but also see private living spaces that are only available on this tour. This experience regularly sells out in advance, so get your tickets early!
If you like conversation and learning with an intimate group, join us for an In-Depth Guided Tour.
DETAILS
- This is a 90-minute walking tour, with limited seating.
- You will be both indoors and outdoors and visit living spaces and studio spaces.
SCHEDULE
TICKETS ARE LIMITED. ADVANCE RESERVATIONS ARE STRONGLY RECOMMENDED.
Please call 888.516.0811 for more information.
October 1, 2023 – May 31, 2024:
- Daily (Closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and Easter)
- First Guided Tour starts at 10:00 a.m.
- Last Guided Tour starts at 1:40 p.m.
DURATION
90-minute walking tour, indoors and outdoors.
PRICE
Adults $49-$54
Students (13-25 with student ID) $35-$38
Youth (6-12) $24-$27
Members: Eligible for member benefits. Please check your membership details.
This tour is a 90-minute walking tour, across uneven terrain. Guests will have limited opportunities to sit down during the tour, and will spend as much time outdoors as indoors. Please read our FAQ for more information.
TICKETS ARE LIMITED. ADVANCE RESERVATIONS ARE STRONGLY RECOMMENDED.
Please call 888.516.0811 for more information.
Nightfall Guided Tour
Nightfall Guided Tour
Join us for a guided tour that includes stunning dusk views. This fall, you’ll spend 60 minutes with a passionate, knowledgeable guide, exploring the outdoor spaces of Taliesin West’s Historic Core. Dive into discussion about living in harmony with the natural environment, and learn more about the history of this World Heritage Site.
This tour is great for Wright fans who want to talk with a guide, ask questions, and learn with others in a small group setting. You’ll visit Taliesin West’s highlights, but also see evening views that are only available on this tour. This exclusive experience is only offered on select days from October to December, so get your tickets early.
If you like conversation, learning, and feeling connected with nature, you’ll love the Nightfall Guided Tour.
DETAILS
- This is a 60-minute walking tour, with limited seating
- You will be primarily outdoors and will visit one indoor space.
SCHEDULE
TICKETS ARE LIMITED. ADVANCE RESERVATIONS ARE STRONGLY RECOMMENDED.
Please call 888.516.0811 for more information.
October 1 – December 31, 2023:
- Sundays and Mondays in October at 5:30 p.m.
- Sundays and Mondays in November at 5:00 p.m.
- Sundays and Mondays in December at 5:00 p.m.
DURATION
60-minute walking tour, primarily outdoors.
PRICE
Adults $49
Students (13-25 with student ID) $35
Youth (6-12) $24
Members $39.20
This tour is a 60-minute walking tour, across uneven terrain. Guests will have limited opportunities to sit down during the tour, and will spend time primarily outdoors. Please read our FAQ for more information.
TICKETS ARE LIMITED. ADVANCE RESERVATIONS ARE STRONGLY RECOMMENDED.
Please call 888.516.0811 for more information.
In The Desert Guided Tour
Shelters In The Desert Guided Tour
Explore the grounds beyond the Historic Core of Taliesin West, with our newest seasonal offering: Shelters in the Desert Guided Tour. This morning tour takes you on a 90-minute hike through the beautiful desert trails behind the historic core. Along the way, you’ll see and learn about the apprentice shelters, Wright’s ‘learning by doing’ philosophy, and the deep connection between architecture and nature.
This tour is great for anyone interested in Wright’s approach to architecture and design, as well as those who want to connect more deeply with the natural world. This exclusive experience is only offered on select days from January to March, so get your tickets early.
If you like conversation, learning, and exploring the desert landscape, Shelters in the Desert Guided Tour.
DETAILS
- This is a 90-minute walking tour spanning approximately ¾ of a mile.
- The tour utilizes unpaved desert trails.
- There are no seating opportunities on this tour.
- You will be exclusively outdoors and on desert trails.
SCHEDULE
TICKETS ARE LIMITED. ADVANCE RESERVATIONS ARE STRONGLY RECOMMENDED.
Please call 888.516.0811 for more information.
January 1 – March 31, 2024:
- Sundays and Mondays
- Desert and Shelter Tours begin at 10:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.
DURATION
90-minute walking tour, primarily outdoors.
PRICE
Adults $49-$54
Students (13-25 with student ID) $35-$38
Youth (6-12) $24-$27
Members $39.20-$43.20
This tour is a 90-minute walking tour, across uneven terrain. There are no opportunities for guests to sit down during the tour, and will spend time primarily outdoors. Please read our FAQ for more information.
TICKETS ARE LIMITED. ADVANCE RESERVATIONS ARE STRONGLY RECOMMENDED.
Please call 888.516.0811 for more information.
Phone Reservations: Making an online reservation is preferable, however, if you have questions or need assistance with booking your tour, please call and leave a message at 888.516.0811
Group Tours: We can accommodate larger tours and corporate retreats. Please contact Donna Yeaw if you have questions or need assistance with arrangements at 480.627.5375 or dyeaw@franklloydwright.org
Plan ahead! Click here to learn what to expect when you visit
Guests in Need of Special Assistance
Thank you for your interest in touring Taliesin West, a United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) World Heritage Site. We are excited to have the opportunity to share this truly unique, cultural treasure with you.
With an historic, desert campus – spanning nearly 500-acres – there are a number of procedures and precautions we must all follow to ensure a fun, informative, and safe visit. Buildings at Taliesin West are terraced into the landscape, resulting in gravel walkways, steps and uneven surfaces. Narrow ramps are available for guests to use at their own discretion throughout the tour.
All Taliesin West Tours are walking tours, and guests with special requests and needs should contact our tour department at 480-627-5375 or dyeaw@franklloydwright.org prior to their visit.
Wheelchair Access
The complex’s network of pathways includes gravel walkways, uneven steps, and stairs. Ramps are available on the property and visitors are welcome to use them at their own discretion. Ramps are 36 inches wide with slopes ranging from 21 to 27 degrees.
Walkers
Walkers are permitted in all venues. Guests who wish to use walkers should be aware that Taliesin West has steps, gravel walkways, and uneven surfaces.
Visually Impaired
Assistants for the visually impaired are welcome on any tour free-of-charge.
Hard of Hearing
A script of the tour will be offered upon request. Hard of Hearing guests may bring a language interpreter on any tour free-of-charge.
Service Animals
Certified service animals and white canes are permitted on all tours. Pets and other animals whose sole function is to provide comfort, companionship, or emotional support do not qualify as service animals under the Americans with Disabilities Act or state law.
Please read our FAQ for answers to commonly asked questions.
Members: How to Use Your Benefits When Purchasing Tickets
After clicking the desired ticket button above, sign in to your account on the ticket purchase page. (If you do not have an account, you will need to create one using your email address we have on file).
If you have any problems, please connect with a membership specialist at Membership@FrankLloydWright.org or 480.627.5374.
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