We had an excellent Heritage Hill walking tour with Candice! We got to visit beautiful historic homes and we learned so much about architecture and home styles.
Deck The Halls History Tour
Step Back In Time Through Architecture
Explore Historic Places Not Open To The Public
Sip Wassail With Historic Treats
Experience the magic of Michigan’s holiday history
Experience the magic of Michigan’s history this Christmas season, with each stop showcasing beautiful architecture of days gone by.
Highlights
Explore Michigan’s Historic Architecture: Step inside historic buildings with holiday decor.
Exclusive Access to Decorated Historic Places: Each stop on the tour offers a unique glimpse into the past, making this tour a must-see for history buffs and architect lovers.
Perfect for Holiday Enthusiasts and Families: Whether you’re a history buff, architecture lover, or simply looking for a unique way to celebrate the holidays, this tour offers something special for everyone.
One Tour ONLY: Join us on Saturday December 20th 2 PM to 5 PM, for this exclusive holiday experience. Exclusive event with limited capacity—secure your spot today!
‘With a personal local family history back to the 1840’s we love stepping back in time with our guests on historic tours. Offering this exclusive December experience touring decorated historic buildings is the perfect way to embrace both the wonder of our stunning architecture and historic Christmas spirit! Thank you for letting us share with you! – Candice Smith, Founder, Tours Around Michigan.‘
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Experience Details
The Details
Price
$70/person
Departure Time
2pm
Meeting Point
Greater Grand Rapids area
Availability
December 20, 2025 only
Duration
3 hours
Group Size
15 maximum
Included
- Entrance to explore decorated historic businesses originally built as mansions
- Wassail
- Victorian treats
Not Included
Transportation
What to Bring
Your own vehicle as we are driving between locations
About Your Guide
1 professional tour guide
Good to Know
- Tour Dates: Saturday, December 20 | 2 PM – 5 PM.
- Meeting Point: Greater Grand Rapids area, details after booking.
- Weather-Ready: This tour runs rain, snow, or shine.
- Enjoy Together: Deck The Halls History Tour is perfect for historic architecture buffs, Christmas lovers and those ready to sip some historic holiday spirit.
What You'll Do & See
Every December, embark on the Deck the Halls History Tour, a seasonal tour opportunity with exclusive access to local decorated historic buildings, originally built as private mansions. Step inside historic places with traditional and vintage Christmas decorations. Sip traditional wassail with Victorian treats. Ideal for holiday enthusiasts and history lovers, this tour offers a unique celebration of the season in Michigan’s rich history.
FAQ
Unfortunately, due to the historic construction of these buildings, they are not wheelchair accessible. If you have a sensory concern about attending the tour, please feel free to reach out to us with any questions.
Children can love historic architecture too! If you have a little history lover, they may come with the understanding that the buildings may have delicate historic features that can be damaged.
The tour ticket is the same cost for all attendees.
We run rain, snow or shine, but if the weather turns dangerous, you may receive a Tours Around Michigan credit or a refund.
See What Our Previous Guests Have Said...
The best tour guide we have ever had! My husband and I had a wonderful time touring Grand Rapids with Candice. One day we explored the historic Heritage Hill area and on another day we toured all the wonderful public art of the city, combining it with the history of the area. That was a tour Candice created just for us and our particular interests. Candice is a wonderful guide, organized, extremely knowledgeable, and generous. She made the area come alive for us!
We all thoroughly enjoyed our historic home tour! Thanks for relaying your vast knowledge about Grand Rapids history. Also, I appreciated your help in taking into account the accessibility of the tour for all of us.
Our tour passengers really enjoyed your guiding. Our group rated their Heritage House Historical District tour a 98 out of 100.
