PLANO GUIDED TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Two Brothers Roundhouse and the Farnsworth House: A Seamless Day of Architecture and Spirits
A partnered experience linking a guided tour of the Edith Farnsworth House with a distillery tour and tasting in Plano — useful for planning pickup, timing and what to bring.
Two Brothers Roundhouse and the Farnsworth House: A Seamless Day of Architecture and Spirits.
This joint tour pairs the minimalist modernism of the Edith Farnsworth House with a distillery visit at Two Brothers Roundhouse for an organized, half‑day outing that moves guests from rail to van to house to tasting room.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Two Distinct Experiences, One Seamless Day
A coordinated itinerary links a guided visit to the Edith Farnsworth House with a return to Two Brothers Roundhouse for a distillery tour and tasting, all arranged as a single program with shuttle transport between stops.
Rail, Shuttle, and Short Walks
Guests board a van shuttle at the Aurora Metra Transportation Center for the transfer to Plano, and the schedule is set to integrate train arrival and departure times for a smooth flow through the day.
An Adults‑Only, Limited‑Ticket Event
This is a 21+ program with limited tickets; reservations are required and the event carries specific site restrictions and policies that guests should review before booking.
What the day feels like
What the Day Feels Like
The day unfolds as a sequence of short, purposeful movements: meet fellow travelers at the rail hub, transfer by van to the Farnsworth House for a focused guided tour, then return to Two Brothers Roundhouse for a distillery tour and tasting — a compact program that fits into roughly a half‑day schedule.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this outing suits — and who should think twice.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Plan for an approximately 5.5‑hour program that integrates rail connections with shuttle transfers and a guided tour plus tasting.
Initial meetup is at the Chicago Union Station Starbucks (500 W Jackson Blvd); guests are then routed to the Aurora Metra pickup for the van shuttle to the Farnsworth House.
Guests should arrive at the Aurora Metra Transportation Center by 10:00 am to board the shuttle that departs at 10:15 am; the distillery tour and tasting at Two Brothers Roundhouse is scheduled for 2:00 pm with return train options in the mid‑afternoon.
Dress for the weather, wear comfortable walking shoes, and bring or wear socks because guests remove shoes upon entry to the Farnsworth House; part of the tour is outdoors.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Is this tour restricted by age?
Yes — this is a 21+ experience; guests must be at least 21 years old to participate.
Where and when do I meet the group?
The program coordination references Chicago Union Station (Starbucks at 500 W Jackson Blvd) for initial logistics, with a shuttle boarding at the Aurora Metra Transportation Center — arrive by 10:00 am for a 10:15 am departure.
How long is the tour day?
The combined experience runs approximately 5.5 hours from the initial meetup to the conclusion.
Are tickets refundable?
Tickets are non‑refundable; guests should confirm availability and policies when booking.
Are pets or certain equipment allowed at the Farnsworth House?
Pets are not allowed, and drones, selfie sticks, stabilizers, tripods or related equipment are prohibited at the site.
Is there a lot of walking?
There is a half‑mile walk on a mulched path from the Visitor Center to the Farnsworth House and portions of the tour involve walking and standing both outdoors and indoors.
Is any paperwork required before the tour?
A participation waiver must be completed prior to the start of the program.