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The Givins Castle

4.3 ★★★★☆ 30 Google reviews · Castle wedding venue in Chicago, Illinois

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The setting

The style of The Givins Castle in couples' own words — pulled from their reviews and the castle's own info, not guessed from the photos.

🏰 Medieval Castles

“Givins Castle — Chicago’s hidden fairytale fortress.”

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🏛️ Historic Mansions 5 mentions

“Beverly community is one of MY FAVORITE historic neighborhoods in the South side Chicago land, The architecture tour was AMAZING!”

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Fairytale Castles 2 mentions

“Givins Castle — Chicago’s hidden fairytale fortress.”

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Inside the castle

The features couples name in their reviews of The Givins Castle — the fastest way to tell what the castle actually offers before you drive out for a tour.

🧱 Stone Architecture

“Created in 1886 by Robert Givins in the style of Romanesque Revival.”

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🔥 Grand Fireplace

“There's a majestic staircase, and a fireplace.”

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Feature mentions are mined from reviews and the castle's own info — they tell you what couples found on the grounds, not what's included in every package. Confirm what comes with your date when you tour.

From the reviews

I never thought that the very first castle I visited would be in my backyard but life is about growth.lol Yup, Chicago has a castle. An authentic castle and you can visit and go inside! It's definitely one for the books. Beverly has an abundance of gems.

★★★★★ — Jason, Mar 2024

Beverly community is one of MY FAVORITE historic neighborhoods in the South side Chicago land, The architecture tour was AMAZING!

★★★★★ — Claudia, Oct 2019

Givins Castle — Chicago’s hidden fairytale fortress. 🏰 Tucked in Beverly, Givins Castle stands as Chicago’s only castle — built in the 1880s of limestone atop the ridge. Once a private home, now a church, it still watches over the South Side like something out of a storybook.

★★★★★ — Sweat, Oct 2025

The most perfect venue for my daughter's wedding. My husband and I were married here 40 years ago. The office manager, Mary was very responsive and accommodating. The Beverly Unitarian Church is beautiful, spacious, and historic. There's a majestic staircase, and a fireplace. There's also a grand piano.

★★★★★ — Nancy, Oct 2025

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Where to find The Givins Castle

10244 S Longwood Dr, Chicago, IL60643

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