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Airports
O'Hare International Airport (773) 686-2200 handles more passengers than any other airport in the world. For visitors needing information or directions, airport information booths are located on the lower levels of the domestic terminals and on the upper and lower levels of the International Terminal. A foreign currency exchange is located on the lower level of the International Terminal.

Midway Airport (773) 838-0600 is located at 5700 Cicero Avenue, 20 minutes from downtown Chicago. The one-building airport is divided into three terminals, A, B and C. The main lobby at the airport's center entrance is where the information booth and all vehicle pick-up services are available.

Driving Directions
Getting To Downtown Chicago
The center point of Chicago's main downtown district is defined for these directions as Michigan Avenue and Wacker Drive. From this point, you can easily access the Loop, Greater North Michigan Avenue, River North, the lakefront and more. See on a map.

From the North/O'Hare Airport:
Take I-90 East (Kennedy Expressway) and exit at Ohio Street. Turn right Michigan Avenue. Proceed a few block and go over Chicago River bridge to Wacker Drive.

From the South:
From Indiana via the Skyway, take the Indiana Tollway (I-90) to the Chicago Skyway to the local traffic lanes of the I-94 north (Dan Ryan Expressway). Exit onto I-55 (Stevenson Expressway) and follow the signs to Lake Shore Drive north. Exit at Wacker Drive. Stay to very right and go up ramp and proceed to third light, Michigan Avenue.

From Indiana via I-80/94:
Take I-80/94 to the Calumet Expressway to I-94 north (Dan Ryan Expressway). Exit at I-55 north (Stevenson Expressway) and follow the signs to Lake Shore Drive north. Exit at Wacker Drive. Stay to very right and go up ramp and proceed to third light, Michigan Avenue.

From the Southwest/Midway Airport:
Take Cicero Avenue north to get to I-55 north (Stevenson Expressway). Take I-55 to Lake Shore Drive north. Exit at Wacker Drive. Stay to very right and go up ramp and proceed to third light, Michigan Avenue.

From the West:
Take I-290 East (Eisenhower Expressway) into downtown as it turns into Congress Parkway. Turn left on Columbus Avenue. Turn left on Randolph Street. Turn right on Michigan Avenue and proceed a few blocks to Michigan Avenue.

To McCormick Place
The McCormick Place Complex is located at 23rd Street and Lake Shore Drive. See on a map.

From the North:
If you are coming from the North by car, take I-94 (Edens Expressway) to I-90 (Kennedy Expressway) and stay with it as it turns into I-94 (Dan Ryan Expressway). Continue south on I-94 and keep to the right. Exit onto I-55 north (Stevenson Expressway) and take that to Lake Shore Drive south. Exit at 31st Street. Follow the parking signs (turn left for Lakeside Center or right for McCormick Place North or South).
From the Northwest/O'Hare Airport:
From the Northwest or O'Hare Airport, take I-90 (Northwest Tollway) to the I-94 (Kennedy/Dan Ryan Expressway). Exit onto I-55 north (Stevenson Expressway), follow the signs to Lake Shore Drive south, and then exit at 31st Street. Follow the parking signs (turn left for Lakeside Center or right for McCormick Place North or South).

From the South:
From Indiana via the Skyway, take the Indiana Tollway (I-90) to the Chicago Skyway to the local traffic lanes of the I-94 north (Dan Ryan Expressway). Exit onto I-55 (Stevenson Expressway) and follow the signs to Lake Shore Drive south. Exit at 31st Street. Follow the parking signs (turn left for Lakeside Center or right for McCormick Place North or South).

From Indiana via I-80/94
Take I-80/94 to the Calumet Expressway to I-94 north (Dan Ryan Expressway). Exit at I-55 north (Stevenson Expressway) and follow the signs to Lake Shore Drive south. Exit on 31st Street. Follow the parking signs (turn left for Lakeside Center or right for McCormick Place North or South).

From the West/Midway Airport:
From the West by car, take I-290 east (Eisenhower Expressway) to I-94 south (Dan Ryan Expressway). Keep to the right and follow the signs to I-55 north (Stevenson Expressway). Take I-55 to Lake Shore Drive south and exit at 31st Street. Follow the parking signs (turn left for Lakeside Center or right for McCormick Place North or South).
*If coming from Midway Airport, just take Cicero Avenue north to get to I-55 north (Stevenson Expressway). Follow the directions above from I-55 north.
Directions to Navy Pier
Navy Pier is located at 600 East Grand Avenue, just east of Lake Shore Drive. See on a map.

From the North/O'Hare Airport:
Take I-90 East (Kennedy Expressway) and exit at Ohio Street. Turn right on Fairbanks Avenue/Columbus Drive. Turn left at Illinois Street. Follow Illinois as it turns into the circular drive for Navy Pier.

From the South:
From Indiana via the Skyway, take the Indiana Tollway (I-90) to the Chicago Skyway to the local traffic lanes of the I-94 north (Dan Ryan Expressway). Exit onto I-55 (Stevenson Expressway) and follow the signs to Lake Shore Drive north. Exit at Grand Avenue/Illinois Street. Turn right at the end of the ramp and follow Illinois as it turns into the circular drive for Navy Pier.

From Indiana via I-80/94:
Take I-80/94 to the Calumet Expressway to I-94 north (Dan Ryan Expressway). Exit at I-55 north (Stevenson Expressway) and follow the signs to Lake Shore Drive north. Exit at Grand Avenue/Illinois Street. Turn right at the end of the ramp and follow Illinois as it turns into the circular drive for Navy Pier.

From the Southwest/Midway Airport:
Take Cicero Avenue north to get to I-55 north (Stevenson Expressway). Take I-55 to Lake Shore Drive north. Exit at Grand Avenue/Illinois Street. Turn right at the end of the ramp and follow Illinois as it turns into the circular drive for Navy Pier.

From the West:
Take I-290 East (Eisenhower Expressway) into downtown as it turns into Congress Parkway. Turn left on Columbus Avenue. Turn right on Monroe Street. Turn left on Lake Shore Drive. Exit at Grand Avenue/Illinois Street. Turn right at the end of the ramp and follow Illinois as it turns into the circular drive for Navy Pier.

Parking
Public parking is available in two lots on the north side of the Pier. Follow signs from the circular drive to reach these parking areas.
With so much to do and see in Chicago, it's great to know that getting around via public or private transportation is easy. To get your wheels turning, you can find transportation resources for all your needs right here.

Public Transportation
The Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) offers fast, direct train service from both airports to downtown, convenient bus and train lines to major attractions, simple fare cards, easy-to-use maps and brochures, and custom trip planning for groups.

For route, fare and schedule information, call 312-836-7000 every day from 5 a.m.-1 a.m. (CT). The CTA system map and Downtown Sightseeing Guide are available at all train stations, both airports, visitor information centers and hotels.

The fare for one ride is $1.50 for ages 12 and up. You can purchase CTA Transit Cards, which automatically deduct fares and transfers and can be used on trains and buses, at any CTA train station for any amount between $1.50 and $91. You can take two additional trips in the next two hours for the cost of a transfer (30 cents).

If you plan on using the CTA to get around, Visitor Passes are your best value. Available for 1-Day ($5), 2-Day($9), 3-Day($12) and 5-Day($18), they allow unlimited rides on buses and trains. Purchase passes at both airports, visitor information centers, Union Station and select Chicago attractions.

To purchase passes or transit cards in advance, call 1-888-968-7282. You can also purchase them online

Metropolitan Rail (Metra)
312-836-7000
Web: http://www.metrarail.com

Metra offers commuter train service between various suburbs and downtown. Metra's University Park line, which runs right through Hyde Park, is best for reaching the outer city limits and the suburbs. The main depot is at Randolph Street and Michigan Avenue.

Many long-time residents consider Metra the fastest, safest, and most comfortable way to get to the Loop. You may be slightly inconvenienced by the construction/renovation activity; the stations are being renovated. A ride to the Loop takes about 15 or 20 minutes.
Fares are determined by the areas of the route where you get on and off. Area A is from the last Randolph Street/South Water Street exit to 27th Street. Area B contains all the Hyde Park stops, Hyde Park/53rd Street, 55th, 56th, and 57th Streets, and the 59th Street/University of Chicago stop. Travel between Area A and Area B costs $1.95 if you buy your ticket at the train station. Fares can also be purchased on the train, but you'll pay an extra fee. If you use the Metra a lot, buy a 10-ride pass for $16.60 (for use between Areas A and B). Up to three children (11 and under) travel free with an adult.

Where to catch it:
· 59th Street and South Harper Avenue (express stop)
· South Lake Park Avenue at 47th Street
· South Lake Park Avenue at 51st Street
· South Lake Park Avenue at 53rd Street
· South Lake Park Avenue at 55th Street
· South Lake Park Avenue at 57th Street

When to catch it:
· Northbound hours
Monday--Saturday: 7:29 a.m.—12:27 a.m.
Sunday: 6:08 a.m.—12:38 a.m
· Southbound hours
(from Randolph Street/South Water Street)
Monday--Saturday: 5:15 a.m.—12:50 a.m. p.m.
Sunday: 5:00 a.m.—12:55 a.m.

Taxis
Taxis can be hailed from the street, but in Hyde Park, call in advance and arrange for a cab to pick you up (allow about 20 minutes). If you do call ahead, you can often arrange to pay by credit card. In Chicago, you pay the amount shown on the meter, plus any tolls. The meter should start at $1.60, then increase $1.40 for every mile, or 20¢ for every 45 seconds of waiting time. There is an extra 50¢ charge for additional passengers over 12 and under 65. There is no charge for baggage. Tipping is optional. Car seats for children are available.
The main cab services are Yellow Cab and Checker Cab. Both can be reached ahead of time by calling 312-TAXICAB (312-829-4222).
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