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WELCOME TO CHICAGOWelcome to the city that feels like home. More than 55 million visitors experienced Chicago’s authentic hospitality and cultural and culinary diversity last year. That was a goal I had hoped we would reach by the end of the decade. Thanks to you and millions like you, we did — three years early.
Speaking of diversity, it’s everywhere you look. More than 100 countries are represented in Chicago’s 77 communities, making it easy to sample the culture and cuisine of many nations — all within easy walking or riding distance. Chicago’s equally diverse food scene is world renowned, with Michelin-starred and James Beard Award-winning restaurants all over the city.
Chicago’s cultural diversity is enhanced by its more than 250 theaters, 56 museums, 225 music venues and more than 700 public works of art, many of which are found in or near Chicago’s nearly 600 parks. Add to that an iconic skyline along much of the city’s 26 miles of lakefront and it’s no wonder Condé Nast Traveler readers named Chicago the Best Big City in the U.S.
Equally important is our commitment to help you get your customers conveniently to Chicago. O’Hare International is the most connected airport in North America, with 135 international and 1,272 daily nonstop flights into O’Hare and Midway airports.
To help you make the most of your travel experience, Choose Chicago created this guide to help you plan your visit. Chicago is open year round. Welcome home.
Rahm Emanuel, Mayor of Chicago (2011-2019)
We’re a city unlike any other. We share the unique balance of having one of the world’s most cosmopolitan cities coupled with the beautiful lakeside parks and beaches of Lake Michigan on the doorstep of the Great Lakes. Downtown has an energy all its own, featuring a mosaic of restaurants, shopping districts, museums, theatre and live entertainment.
There are the must-sees like The Magnificent Mile, Navy Pier and “The Bean” in Millennium Park. And there are the big and bold sights new to the scene: The 606, Chicago Riverwalk and Maggie Daley Park among them. Chicago’s distinct neighborhoods are as diverse as the international visitors the city attracts from all over the world.
Choose Chicago is thrilled to present this Travel Professionals Guide. Inside, find sample itineraries, a seasonal guide to the city, information on our two airports, plus a cheat sheet on all the new hotels, attractions and restaurants.
So, whether you’re planning a leisure trip for small groups or an international travel package, Chicago is prepared to simplify the planning process and help you showcase this global destination we are proud to call home.
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Find everything you need to promote and organize your trip to Chicago with our print and digital tools. From more than 20 themed itineraries to translated microsites for international visitors, Choose Chicago and its Travel Professionals website —choosechicago.com/tools — have all the resources that can help you sell Chicago.
MARKETING & PROMOTIONAL MATERIALSMEDIA GALLERY• Wow your groups with stunning visuals of
Chicago’s unique beauty and iconic sites, perfect to include in your presentation or marketing materials.
• Our carefully curated library of free photos and B-roll showcases the best Chicago has to offer.
ACCOLADES & COPY• Highlight some of Chicago’s most recent
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• Use our pre-written copy to help promote the city to your clients.
PLANNING TOOLS• When it comes to logistics, we make it
simple to plan your trip from start to finish.
• Fill out one RFP submission form to send to multiple hotels, browse a dynamic events calendar to plan your groups’ activities, download motorcoach parking information and more.
• Stay on top of the latest news and developments coming out of Chicago with a variety of tools, including a calendar of
conventions, new hotel openings, interactive city maps and a travel trade eNewsletter delivered to your inbox quarterly.
CHICAGO ITINERARIES• Choose Chicago has itineraries for groups
large and small with a variety of interests.
• Themed visitor itineraries on our website, like Walking Tours, Gardens in Chicago, Taste the Neighborhoods and Neighborhood Treasures highlight top attractions to visit, places to eat and sights to see, and are continually updated with fresh content.
• Use the Build-Your-Own Itinerary tool on the Neighborhoods page to create a custom version tailored to your groups’ unique interests.
OFFLINE ASSISTANCEOFFICIAL VISITORS GUIDE• Help your groups plan their free time and
learn about the city’s exciting happenings with Chicago’s Official Visitors Guide.
• Purchase your bulk copies at choosechicago.com/bulk-orders.
TEAM OF EXPERIENCED PROFESSIONALS• Choose Chicago’s knowledgeable Global
Development team is dedicated to assisting leisure travel professionals.
• We help everyone from tour and motorcoach operators to travel agents, receptive operators, group leaders and bank travel managers with all of the steps in developing Chicago programs.
MEET THE CHOOSE CHICAGO TEAMOUR GLOBAL DEVELOPMENT TEAMBrian SaidVice President, Global Development
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Jodie BodekerCoordinator, Global Development312-567-8458globaldev@choose chicago.com
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ATTRACTIONSArt on theMART, the largest digital art projection in the world, is presented Wednesday through Sunday evenings from March through December on the Chicago River-facing facade of theMART.
The stunning new riverfront Chicago Architecture Center offers more than 85 walking, boat and bus tours throughout the city, as well as state-of-the-art exhibits that tell the stories behind the city’s architectural marvels.
The Odyssey Chicago River is a single-level, glass-enclosed dining cruise boat that offers 360-degree views of the surrounding cityscape year round.
Navy Pier debuted its new Peoples Energy Welcome Pavilion in Polk Bros Park and Fifth Third Bank Family Pavilion, offering Chicago-centric dining, shopping and entertainment. Also new at Navy Pier is The Yard at Chicago Shakespeare, an innovative theater made up of mobile seating towers. In addition, the Navy Pier Flyover, an elevated walking and biking path along the Chicago Lakefront Trail, has opened.
Wintrust Arena is a 10,000-seat sports and entertainment venue located at The Collection at McCormick Square complex, hosting everything from basketball games to concerts.
The Chicago Blues Experience museum in the Loop will feature
memorabilia, interactive exhibits and live blues performances.
RECENTLY OPENED HOTELSNear The Magnificent Mile and Millennium Park, the 365-room St. Jane Chicago in the Carbide & Carbon Building offers a classic luxury hotel experience with a modern twist. Just off North Michigan Avenue is the stylish 333-room Aloft Chicago Mag Mile. And the 208-room St. Clair Hotel is the flagship of Red Roof Inn’s new upper-midscale Red Collection.
The 218-room Hotel Julian resides in the Loop’s renovated Atlantic Bank Building and has a chic, urban energy. Moxy Hotels opened its first Chicago property in River North, the fun and funky 156-room Moxy Chicago Downtown.
In Wrigleyville, the 173-room Hotel Zachary at Gallagher Way is brimming with popular hot spots, including Mordecai, Dutch & Doc’s, Big Star and Smoke Daddy.
In the South Loop, the 466-room Hiltons at McCormick Place is the first-ever tri-brand Hilton, housing a Hilton Garden Inn, Hampton Inn and Home2 Suites. Near The University of Chicago and Museum of Science and Industry, the sophisticated 98-room Sophy Hyde Park features the contemporary Mesler restaurant and lounge.
RESTAURANTSThe four-story Starbucks Reserve on North Michigan Avenue is the largest Starbucks in the world, featuring a roastery, bakery and rooftop deck.
The glitzy TAO restaurant and nightclub opened a Chicago outpost in River North, serving up pan-Asian fare and a DJ-driven dance floor.
The flagship McDonald’s headquarters office in the West Loop features a modern restaurant that offers global menu items, such as the McAloo Tikki veggie burger from India.
Marisol at the Museum of Contemporary Art features New American cuisine and large-scale paintings by British artist Chris Ofili.
Play a team tournament at Flight Club, the first American outpost of the British social darts club, while sampling botanical cocktails and rosé-flavored cotton candy.
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HOW TO SPEND 1, 2 OR 3 DAYS IN CHICAGOMake the most of your time in Chicago with these itineraries that cover the city’s top hits.
DAY 1MORNING Start your day in the West Loop at Lou Mitchell’s, a favorite breakfast spot for Route 66 travelers since 1923, where the specialty of the house is fluffy jumbo omelets served in a skillet. Or zip up to the 103rd-floor Skydeck Chicago and surprise your group with Breakfast on The Ledge, served on an enclosed glass balcony hovering 1,353 feet above Chicago with unforgettable views.
Afterwards, take one of the historic Chicago Cultural Center’s free general or private group tours (book in advance for a private group tour). You can also catch a free noontime Dame Myra Hess classical music concert on Wednesdays in Preston Bradley Hall, or view art exhibits in the galleries.
Across the street at Millennium Park, take the quintessential Chicago selfie in front of the reflective Cloud Gate sculpture (also known as “The Bean”), splash around in the multimedia Crown Fountain and see an outdoor concert at the Jay Pritzker Pavilion. Or run free at next-door Maggie Daley Park, home to an all-seasons Skating Ribbon, exhilarating Climbing Wall and charming Play Garden.
AFTERNOON Have lunch at Park Grill (the double cheeseburger is a favorite), located at the gateway to Millennium Park, right under the Cloud Gate sculpture. Or go for the cheesy
goodness of Giordano’s famed stuffed pizza. Other good nearby lunch options include food halls Latinicity (serving up Latin street food) and Revival Food Hall, which brings together more than 15 of Chicago’s favorite neighborhood restaurants in a sleek, casual space.
Then head to the Art Institute of Chicago (right across the street from the start of Route 66), where you could spend hours admiring treasures like the largest collection of French Impressionist paintings outside the Louvre, along with contemporary artworks in the stunning Modern Wing. An audio tour is available in multiple languages.
From May through October, take a stroll through the fragrant gardens of Grant Park. And don’t miss another great group photo op in front of historic Buckingham Fountain, where a colorful evening light show is synced with the dancing waters and music.
Or head over to the award-winning Chicago Riverwalk, a pedestrian walkway dotted with eateries and attractions. Join a river tour with Urban Kayaks or arrange for a group tour on land with Absolutely Chicago Segway Tours. Stop at the nearby Chicago Architecture Center that overlooks the Chicago River and features awe-inspiring exhibits like the interactive Chicago Model, which illustrates the city’s growth from its earliest structures to today’s modern marvels.
From March through November, experience an architecture river boat cruise with the Chicago Architecture Foundation Center River Cruise aboard Chicago’s First Lady (90 minutes), Wendella Boats (75 minutes), Shoreline
Sightseeing (75 minutes) or Seadog Cruises (75 minutes). Marvel at the surrounding architecture while dining year round with Odyssey Chicago River, a glass-enclosed cruise boat.
EVENING For dinner, visit one of Chicago’s many notable steakhouses, such as Chicago Cut Steakhouse or Morton’s The Steakhouse. Or your group can sprawl out on the patio at River Roast, which offers picturesque Chicago River views alongside its roasted meat and fish dishes.
Spend a night on the town exploring Chicago’s happening music scene. See some of the best blues musicians in the world at Buddy Guy’s Legends or Kingston Mines. For cool jazz, snag a seat at the sophisticated Winter’s Jazz Club or check out the historic Green Mill. Settle into the speakeasy-style Untitled Supper Club and listen to live music that runs the gamut from vintage soul to R&B. Or catch live music every night at the House of Blues, which showcases rock and blues acts.
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SENIOR GROUP FUNCheck out these sights your seniors will love.
Get an expert’s perspective during a private Chicago Detours Architecture Walking Tour for Design Lovers or on one of the many tours offered by the Chicago Architecture Center.
Tour two Frank Lloyd Wright architectural marvels: Hyde Park’s Robie House and The Rookery in the Loop.
Cruise by city attractions with a knowledgeable guide from Chicago Trolley & Double Decker Co. or Big Bus Tours.
Enjoy a luncheon and learn the fascinating story behind one of the Loop’s most iconic hotels during the History is Hott tour at the Palmer House Hilton.
Trace the city’s fascinating origins through interactive exhibits at the Chicago History Museum.
See the works of modern masters at the recently renovated Museum of Contemporary Art.
Catch classical concerts during the summertime Grant Park Music Festival.
See the renowned Chicago Symphony Orchestra perform at Symphony Center, or watch a Lyric Opera of Chicago production on stage at the stunning Lyric Opera House.
Take a peek behind the scenes on a Chicago Theatre Marquee Tour.
See some of the hottest Broadway in Chicago plays at historic downtown theaters.
DAY 2MORNING Fuel up with vegetable hash or an herb omelet at the stylish Free Rein, located inside the new St. Jane Chicago hotel. Or try the healthy breakfast options at Beatrix, including the chia cereal bowl with organic peach compote or the cauliflower grits.
Then head over to the lakefront Museum Campus. Here you’ll meet friendly beluga whales in the Oceanarium at the Shedd Aquarium, explore the origins of the earth (and marvel at Máximo the Titanosaur) at the Field Museum, or take off on an outer space adventure at the Adler Planetarium.
AFTERNOON From the Museum Campus, ride a Shoreline Water Taxi over to spectacular Navy Pier, Chicago’s top lakefront attraction. Set sail on a lunch cruise with Odyssey Lake Michigan, Spirit of Chicago or Mystic Blue, all departing from Navy Pier. Or take a Signature Food Tour with a Chicago Food Planet guide who will usher your group around to sample some of the best eats on Navy Pier.
You’ll find hours of fun at Navy Pier, including a spin on the nearly 200-foot-tall Centennial Wheel (fun fact: the very first Ferris wheel debuted at the Chicago World’s Fair in 1893), shopping and dining in the new Fifth Third Bank Family Pavilion, and an outdoor show at Polk Bros Park.
Or go with a Chicago classic for lunch. Treat your group to sandwiches from Al’s Italian Beef or a true Chicago-style hot dog at Portillo’s.
Before dinner, set off shopping on historic State Street or head to The Magnificent Mile and adjacent Oak Street to find everything from chic boutiques to major department stores. In the suburbs, you’ll find amazing brand name discounts at outlet malls that include Fashion Outlets of Chicago in Rosemont and Chicago Premium Outlets in Aurora.
EVENING For dinner, try Frontera Grill (owned by celebrity chef Rick Bayless), the Eataly Chicago Italian marketplace or Southern barbecue at Chicago q, helmed by award-winning chef Art Smith. Or treat your group to a gourmet experience at a Michelin-starred restaurant, such as Alinea (three stars), Smyth (two stars) or Blackbird (one star).
Then, catch a hot show at one of the five downtown Broadway in Chicago venues. Or see a concert at the majestic Chicago Theatre. If your group is looking for laughs, don’t miss an improv show at The Second City, the training ground for comedy superstars like Bill Murray and Tina Fey. Or catch the zany antics of the Blue Man Group at the Briar Street Theatre.
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1 Customize a tour to your group’s interests with a friendly, local volunteer from Chicago Greeter (chicagogreeter.com).
2 Spend the day with furry new friends at Lincoln Park Zoo.
3 Stroll through glorious seasonal displays at Lincoln Park Conservatory and Garfield Park Conservatory.
4 Marvel at Art on theMART, featuring awesome digital art projections along the Chicago River.
5 Catch international acts and movies at the seasonal outdoor Millennium Park Summer Music and Film Series.
6 Watch the Aon Summer Fireworks light up the city skyline at Navy Pier.
7 See performances, art exhibits and more at the Chicago Cultural Center.
8 Catch the colorful nighttime Buckingham Fountain Light Show from early May through mid-October.
9 Explore ancient artifacts at The Oriental Institute or the provocative collection at the Smart Museum of Art on The University of Chicago campus.
10 Peruse local photography and artwork at City Gallery in the Historic Water Tower.
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DAY 3MORNING Start the day with brunch. Check out the offerings at Shaw’s Crab House, known for its outstanding seafood dishes. Weekend brunch at Pinstripes includes Italian specialties and a Sunday bottomless buffet (work it off with a game of bocce ball afterwards).
AFTERNOON Hop on the ‘L’ (Chicago’s metro train) and spend the afternoon exploring some of the city’s most popular neighborhoods using a one-, three- or seven-day Ventra train pass. In Wicker Park, check out the hip shops and restaurants along Milwaukee Avenue. Or head to Wrigleyville and take a behind-the-scenes tour of historic Wrigley Field, home to the championship Chicago Cubs baseball team. In leafy Lincoln Park, discover the free Lincoln Park Zoo and the Chicago History Museum, featuring fun exhibits that tell the story of the city. Or arrange for a group Lakefront Neighborhoods Bike Tour with Bobby’s Bike Hike.
EVENING Make your way to the 360 CHICAGO observation deck on the 94th floor of 875 North Michigan Avenue and experience a heart-stopping, downward-facing sunset view of the city from 1,030 feet up on TILT.
For dinner, choose a neighborhood spot like celebrity chef Stephanie Izard’s Girl & the Goat in the West Loop, Michelin Bib Gourmand winner MingHin Cuisine in
Chinatown, Spanish tapas favorite Cafe Ba-Ba-Reeba! in Lincoln Park or Mindy’s HotChocolate in Bucktown, owned by James Beard Award-winning pastry chef Mindy Segal.
For after-dinner fun, arrange a friendly team game of ping-pong at SPiN Chicago or take to the bowling lanes of Punch Bowl Social. Toast your group’s night on the town with a craft cocktail and amazing city views from the rooftop at Cindy’s or ROOF on theWit. Or get the ultimate bird’s-eye Chicago view on a ride with Chicago Helicopter Experience. P
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MAJOR CONVENTIONS CONVENTION MEETING MONTH ATTENDEES
Chicago Auto Show February 1,000,000
Chicago Dental Society Annual Midwinter Meeting February 30,000
Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo (C2E2) February/March 70,000
International Home + Housewares Show March 63,000
America's Beauty Show March/April 43,000
National Restaurant Association Restaurant Hotel-Motel Show May 70,000
American Society of Clinical Oncology Annual Meeting May/June 35,000
NeoCon June 40,000
Bank of America Chicago Marathon and Health & Fitness Expo October 40,000
Radiological Society of North America Annual Meeting November/December 55,000
This is just a sampling of the groups coming to Chicago. For a complete calendar, visit choosechicago.com/meeting-professionals/convention-calendar.
STUDENT PERFORMANCE VENUESTurn to page 14 for great Student & Youth ideas.
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Goodman Theatre YES 10 20
Hard Rock Cafe NO 30 60
House of Blues Chicago YES 10 20
Lincoln Park Zoo NO 100 100
Mercury, Chicago’s Skyline Cruiseline NO 100 100
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Make plans for your group to visit the city’s top attractions and events all year round.
WINTER WOWSWinter is a magical time to visit Chicago, when the streets glitter with snow and holiday happenings abound.
FESTIVALS Celebrate the season by bringing your group to one of Chicago’s many festive celebrations. The holidays kick off in November with The Magnificent Mile Lights Festival, featuring a spectacular nighttime parade led down North Michigan Avenue by Mickey Mouse. Rise and shine with the morning Thanksgiving Day Parade that marches through the Loop. Don’t miss the European charm of Christkindlmarket in Daley Plaza. Stroll through the dazzling ZooLights displays at Lincoln Park Zoo from late November through early January. Take a spin on the carnival rides and indoor ice rink at Navy Pier’s Winter WonderFest. Or time your visit to celebrate Chinese New Year in Chicago’s colorful Chinatown and venues throughout the city.
MILLENNIUM PARK Millennium Park is the epicenter of winter fun in downtown Chicago. Join in singing with the choirs during Caroling at Cloud Gate on select Fridays from late November through mid-December. Everyone can practice their figure eights on the outdoor McCormick Tribune Ice Rink or glide along the Skating Ribbon at nearby Maggie Daley Park (both rinks are free and offer skate rentals).
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SHOPPING Let’s not forget holiday shopping. Some of the biggest names in retail, along with chic designer boutiques, can be found along The Magnificent Mile (with 450 more stores in the surrounding area) and in its 900 North Michigan Shops and Water Tower Place malls. Head to historic State Street for more stores and be sure to check out the famed holiday windows at Macy’s State Street.
MUSEUMS Head to Hyde Park and explore hundreds of exhibits at the Museum of Science and Industry (MSI). The MSI also hosts the cheery annual Christmas Around the World and
Holidays of Light exhibits. Nearby is the DuSable Museum of African American History, which explores African American culture, art and history.
BROADWAY IN CHICAGO & CULTURAL EVENTS Attend a holiday show, such as the Joffrey Ballet’s ethereal production of The Nutcracker or A Christmas Carol on the stage of the Goodman Theatre. See a production by one of Chicago’s many award-winning theatre groups, including Steppenwolf Theatre Company, Lookingglass Theatre Company or Chicago Shakespeare Theater at Navy Pier. Or catch one of the many touring Broadway in Chicago shows.
SPORTS & MUSIC Your group can spend an evening cheering on Chicago’s home teams at the United Center with a Chicago Bulls basketball game or Chicago Blackhawks hockey match. Or opt to spend the night grooving to live blues and jazz at Buddy Guy’s Legends, Kingston Mines or Winter’s Jazz Club.P
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SPRING JOYSChicagoans honor many local spring traditions, from celebrating St. Patrick’s Day to kicking off the baseball season.
FESTIVALS The saying that everyone is Irish on St. Patrick’s Day rings true in Chicago, when seemingly the entire city gets in on the fun of watching the annual Dyeing of the Chicago River to an emerald green hue and lining the streets of the Loop to see the bagpipers and Irish step dancers in the lively St. Patrick’s Day Parade.
SPORTS Chicago is just as enthusiastic about the start of baseball season, and we’re lucky enough to have two championship Major League Baseball teams. The Chicago Cubs play at
historic Wrigley Field on the North Side (and offer behind-the-scenes tours). Be sure to check out the happenings at Gallagher Way, the new outdoor park adjacent to Wrigley Field. The Chicago White Sox call the South Side home, and offer a VIP experience that includes a private tour and premium seats.
GARDENS Celebrate Chicago’s first warm-weather days with a free Chicago Greeter tour led by a volunteer Chicagoan through the beautiful blooms at the Lurie Garden in Millennium Park. Or head to Lincoln Park for the lovely Spring Flower Show at the Lincoln Park Conservatory.
FUN ON WHEELS Arrange for a group ride along the lakefront with Absolutely Chicago Segway Tours. Rent Divvy bikes and pedal The 606, an elevated trail that takes you through four of Chicago’s hippest West Side neighborhoods. Or arrange a tour with Bobby’s Bike Hike or Bike and Roll.
SPRING FESTS Don’t miss out on some of spring’s best fests. May’s Illinois Craft Beer Week celebrates local brewers with events and tastings across the city. And the Chicago Symphony Orchestra’s Spring Festival runs for three weeks in May, showcasing international performers at Symphony Center. P
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SUMMER SURPRISESChicago literally buzzes with excitement during the summertime, when the city takes full advantage of the beautiful warm weather with outdoor festivals, sightseeing cruises, rooftop cocktails and more.
FREE FESTIVALS Chicago is known for its many music festivals. In Millennium Park, your group can listen to the uplifting choirs at the Chicago Gospel Music Festival or watch renowned singers and guitarists command the stage at the Chicago Blues Festival. International performers are showcased during the free Millennium Park Summer Music and Film Series. Also in Millennium Park, see some of the best classical musicians in the world during the Grant Park Music Festival, which kicks off in mid-June and runs through late August. Let your feet find the beat during Chicago SummerDance in Grant Park, featuring dance lessons, live bands and DJs from late June through August. Explore one of 77 neighborhoods and see the hottest local acts at a Chicago Neighborhood Festival. And wind down the summer with the cool grooves of the Chicago Jazz Festival.
Don’t miss Taste of Chicago in early July, the city’s eating extravaganza. Or sample the wares of regional farmers at the Green City Market, Daley Plaza
Farmers Market and Chicago City Markets in various neighborhoods.
OUTDOOR ADVENTURES Chicago is all about the outdoors in the summertime. Head to Maggie Daley Park to tackle the Climbing Wall or run loose in the Play Garden. In Grant Park, take a group selfie in front of the dancing waters of Buckingham Fountain and stroll through the rose gardens. Hike or bike the Chicago Lakefront Trail and explore the 26 natural sand beaches lining the shore. On rainy days you can still commune with Mother Earth at the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum or the Garfield Park Conservatory.
CHICAGO ARCHITECTURE & RIVERWALK Spend some time on the popular Chicago Riverwalk, featuring waterside attractions and eateries. Be sure to check out the stunning new Chicago Architecture Center that
overlooks the Chicago River and features impressive exhibits like the dramatic Draper Family Skyscraper Gallery (with 40-foot-high windows that look out onto the Michigan Avenue Bridge). Then, get out on the water and take a uniquely Chicago architecture river tour with the Chicago Architecture Foundation Center River Cruise aboard Chicago’s First Lady, Wendella Boats, Shoreline Sightseeing or Mercury Chicago’s Skyline Cruiseline.
NAVY PIER Enter through Navy Pier’s new Peoples Energy Welcome Pavilion via Polk Bros Park and explore everything from shops and restaurants at the Fifth Third Bank Family Pavilion to the AMC Navy Pier IMAX Theatre, Chicago Children’s Museum and Pier Park, home of the sky-high Centennial Wheel. See works by The Bard performed at The Yard at Chicago Shakespeare or live music coupled with great lake views at the Miller Lite Beer Garden. Take a cocktail cruise on Mystic Blue, an Odyssey Lake Michigan dinner cruise, a Spirit of Chicago fireworks cruise, or a turbo-charged ride with Seadog Cruises. And be sure to catch Navy Pier’s free Aon Summer Fireworks.
ROOFTOP BARS Relaxing with a cool cocktail on a rooftop is one of Chicago’s sweet summer pleasures. Your group can enjoy the Lincoln Park view at The J. Parker, or the Chicago River panorama from Terrace 16 and LH Rooftop (atop LondonHouse Chicago). In the Loop you’ll be treated to downtown city views at Noyane and Cerise at Virgin Hotels Chicago. 52Eighty, the rooftop lounge at Cambria Chicago Magnificent Mile, boasts postcard-perfect skyline vistas. While Apogee Lounge at the chic dana hotel and spa offers sweeping River North views.
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FALL FAVESCool, crisp air and jewel-toned leaves on the trees mark the transition to fall in Chicago. Get out there and enjoy this spectacular season.
SPORTS See a Chicago Fire soccer game at their stadium in Bridgeview. The team was named in honor of the Great Chicago Fire. Or catch Chicago Bears football action at Soldier Field.
ARCHITECTURE Fall is a great time to tour Chicago’s amazing architecture. From mid-September through early January, the Chicago Architecture Biennial offers a variety of exhibitions and full-scale installations by global architects and artists. Although the hub of the Biennial is the downtown Chicago Cultural Center (where you can arrange a free, last-minute Loop InstaGreeter tour), more than 100 neighborhood organizations host related events and exhibits. Open House Chicago, a free public festival hosted by the Chicago Architecture Center in mid-October, features more than 250 architectural treasures and hidden gems that open their doors for self-guided tours. Structures located in 30 different neighborhoods range from soaring skyscrapers to opulent mansions, many of which are rarely open to the public. Sit back and enjoy the cityscape view as you glide by aboard Odyssey Chicago River, a new glass-enclosed vessel that offers brunch, lunch, dinner and cocktail cruises all year round.
Don’t miss the iconic architecture of Frank Lloyd Wright. Head out to the Frank Lloyd Wright Historic District in west suburban Oak Park and take a
guided tour of landmarks that include Unity Temple and the Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio, where the architect developed his signature Prairie design style. In Chicago, arrange a Frank Lloyd Wright Trust tour of the stunning Robie House on The University of Chicago campus, The Rookery in the Loop or the Bach House in Rogers Park.
CRAFT BREWERIES Chicago is home to more breweries than any other U.S. city. Arrange a spirited group tour of Chicago with the Chicago Beer Experience, which visits microbreweries and bars in several different neighborhoods. History on Tap explores Chicago’s past through tales and tours of historic taverns. Or dive into Chicago’s burgeoning craft beer scene by creating your own neighborhood beer crawl. One of the hottest areas is the Ravenswood Corridor, where innovative breweries include Band of Bohemia (the first-ever Michelin-starred brewpub), Half Acre Beer Company (known for its popular Daisy Cutter pale ale) and the experimental Empirical Brewery.
TRENDY BARS Enjoy clear fall evenings at trendy bars with great views, such as the year-round rooftops at Boleo in the Loop’s Kimpton Gray Hotel or I|O at The Godfrey Hotel Chicago. On the ground, take in the breathtaking riverside panorama from your own private transparent dome at City Winery on the Chicago Riverwalk.
HALLOWEEN EVENTS Or join in a fun Halloween event. Arts in the Dark is a magical evening parade featuring large-scale puppets, elaborate floats and art-filled performances in the Loop. The fabulous Northalsted Halloween Parade is held in Boystown, one of the nation’s largest LGBTQ+ communities.
CHICAGO’S MUST-EXPERIENCE EVENTSJanuary– Chicago Restaurant Week
February– Chicago Theatre Week– Chicago Auto Show
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September– EXPO CHICAGO – World Music Festival
Chicago– Chicago Gourmet
October– Open House Chicago
Celebrate the LGBTQ+ community in Boystown during the annual Chicago Pride Fest & Parade in June.
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STUDENT & YOUTH ATTRACTIONSFor more information, visit choosechicago.com/students.
OVERVIEW OF CHICAGOTake a 90-minute guided tour of the new Chicago Architecture Center galleries and participate in hands-on design activities or join a walking tour of the city’s architectural gems. At the 360 CHICAGO observation deck, take a turn on TILT for a breathtaking downward-facing view of the city. Or head over to Skydeck Chicago in the Willis Tower and dare to walk onto the glass-enclosed Ledge, hovering 103 stories above the city. At the Chicago History Museum, participate in exciting workshops with themes like the Great Chicago Fire and roll yourself up in a giant Chicago-style hot dog (a great photo op!).
MUSEUM ADVENTURESMake your way to the Museum Campus, where your group can study Máximo the Titanosaur (the largest dinosaur ever discovered) and view SUE the T. rex in her new gallery at the Field Museum; see an exciting aquatic show in the Oceanarium at the Shedd Aquarium; or watch a dazzling sky show in one of two domed theaters and take on the role of an astronaut in staff-led student group activities at the Adler Planetarium.
In Hyde Park at the Museum of Science and Industry, groups can explore more
than 800 awesome exhibits (like an underground coal mine) and get an interactive science lesson during one of the Learning Labs.
Arrange a private guided tour at the Art Institute of Chicago and see a world-renowned collection of works by iconic artists, including Renoir and Dalí. Audio tours in multiple languages are also available. Get a new perspective on famous authors and write your own story on a vintage typewriter at the American Writers Museum, the only museum of its kind in the nation.
Take a guided tour of the fascinating International Museum of Surgical Science and work in teams to identify centuries-old surgical instruments. At the free Money Museum, learn about the Federal Reserve System’s role in banking and take home shredded money as a souvenir. Be sure to snap a selfie with the briefcase stuffed with $1 million in cash.
CULTURAL EXCURSIONS, Discounted tickets are available for select performances by the Grammy Award-winning Chicago Symphony Orchestra, or bring your group to an open rehearsal. The Lyric Opera of Chicago offers Student Backstage Tours that reveal what goes into creating a world-class opera. See a concert at The Chicago Theatre or take the behind-the-scenes Marquee Tour, where you can peek at the signatures scrawled on the dressing room walls by famous stars who have graced the stage.
See a hit Broadway in Chicago play, then participate in a Q&A session with cast members from some of the country’s biggest touring shows. The Bard’s characters come to life on the
stage of the Chicago Shakespeare Theater during specially priced student matinees (don’t miss The Yard at Chicago Shakespeare, an innovative venue with movable seating towers).
Outside of downtown, check out the North Side and its many unique attractions. At the Briar Street Theatre, the wacky Blue Man Group oozes creative energy and is great for international groups, as no specific language is spoken. Chicago is the epicenter of improv comedy, and your group can laugh right along with select shows at The Second City or an all-ages production by ComedySportz at CSz Theater Chicago.
At the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum, get up close to hundreds of exotic butterflies that flutter freely in the Judy Istock Butterfly Haven. Interactive Educational Tours at historic Wrigley Field (home of the World Series-winning Chicago Cubs) include a ballpark tour and an activity passport so students learn as they go. Participate in the Zoo Explorers program at the free Lincoln Park Zoo and join a zoo educator in observing animals that include gorillas and polar bears.
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Directions to McCormick Place Truck Marshalling YardFrom North of 31st Street South on Lake Shore Drive. Exit at 31st Street. Turn right on Moe Street, following the signs to McCormick Place Truck Marshalling Yard.
From South of 31st Street Northon Lake Shore Drive. Exit at 31st Street. Turn left, going over Lake Shore Drive. Turn right on Moe Street, following the signs to the McCormick Place Truck Marshalling Yard. (This is the first available right turn immediately aftergoing over Lake Shore Drive.)
Motorcoach Loading ZonesStanding for longer than 15 minutes or parking is not
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1. CLARK STREET 1635 North• Chicago History Museum• The Second City
2. WEST IRVING PARK RD & NORTH CLARK STREET• Wrigley Field (On Cubs
Game Days) ZONES
3. MICHIGAN AVENUE 875 NorthOn East Delaware Place, North of 875 North Michigan Avenue Building• 875 North Michigan Avenue
Building (360 Chicago / TILT)
4. CHICAGO AVENUE 200 East• Broadway Playhouse at
Water Tower Place• Lookingglass Theatre• Museum of Contemporary Art
5. RUSH STREET 701 North• The Magnificent MileTM
6. CLARK STREET 600 NorthLoading permitted on West side of street
7. WABASH AVENUEBetween Grand Avenue and Illinois Street• The Magnificent MileTM
8. NAVY PIER• Streeter Drive–588 East First marked zone at start of
turnaround• Grand Avenue 848 East Entrance 1 (Riva)• Grand Avenue 600 East Entrance 2
9. CLARK STREET 150 North• City Hall• Daley Center & The Picasso
10. DEARBORN STREET 165 North• The Chicago Theatre• Nederlander Theatre• Goodman Theatre• State Street Shopping
11. UPPER RANDOLPH STREET AT STETSON(by the Bike Station)• Chicago Cultural Center• Harris Theater for Music
and Dance• Millennium Park• Millennium Park Welcome
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12. MONROE STREET 22 West• CIBC Theatre• Art Institute of Chicago
13. WACKER DRIVE 230 WestLoading permitted heading South on Wacker• Willis Tower (Skydeck Chicago/
The Ledge)
14. SOLIDARITY DRIVE 700 East• Adler Planetarium • Field Museum• John G. Shedd Aquarium• Northerly Island/Huntington
Bank Pavilion• Soldier Field
DOWNTOWN CHICAGO MOTORCOACH LOADING ZONES & PARKING LOCATIONS
MCCORMICK PLACE MARSHALLING YARD31st Street and Lake Shore Drive (Lot entrance on Moe Street)
Fenced, patrolled lot open 24 hours, 7 days a week, 365 days a year except during very large trade shows. $35 PER DAY WITH IN/OUT PRIVILEGES.Call (312) 808-3138 for more information. Parking lot attendant can provide taxi information for drivers returning to the downtown area.
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*Starting 2019
GETTING TO & AROUND CHICAGOWhat you need to know about traveling to Chicago, plus tips on how to navigate the city.
GETTING HEREBy plane: Getting to and from the city from O’Hare International Airport or Midway International Airport is quick, easy and convenient.
GETTING AROUNDBy public transit: Groups can use public transportation to get into and around the city via Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) train and bus lines.
CTA ‘L’ Train: There are eight ‘L’ lines serving 145 stations all over town, including the Blue Line (24 hours), Brown Line, Green Line, Orange Line, Pink Line, Purple Line, Red Line (24 hours) and Yellow Line.
CTA Bus: There are 129 bus routes lacing the city with bus stops every few blocks and mounted maps within the bus cabs. Several lines operate 24 hours a day.
CTA fares start at $2.25 for buses and $2.50 for trains, with a reloadable Ventra card. One-, three- and seven-day Ventra passes are available. Single-ride Ventra ticket: $3 (includes three rides within two hours of use) or $5 (from O’Hare). One-day Ventra ticket: $10 (unlimited rides for 24 hours).
Visit transitchicago.com to learn more.
By taxi: Credit cards are accepted in all cabs, and tolls are charged to the passenger.
Base rate: $3.25; $2.25 for each additional mile; 20 cents for every 36 seconds of elapsed time.
Passenger fee: $1 for the first additional passenger between ages 13-64; 50 cents for each additional passenger after that.
Illinois Airport Departure Tax: $4, applies only to taxi fares leaving the airports.
Los Angeles4 hours
San Francisco4 hours, 30 mins.
Denver2 hours, 30 mins.
Dallas2 hours, 15 mins.
Houston2 hours, 35 mins.
Minneapolis1 hour, 20 mins.
Washington, D.C.1 hour, 45 mins.
Atlanta2 hours
Orlando2 hours, 30 mins.
New York 2 hours
Toronto2 hours
Seattle4 hours, 30 mins.
Phoenix3 hours, 30 mins.
New Orleans2 hours
Atlanta, GA to Chicago, IL - 354 miles; 570 kilometers
Dallas, TX to Chicago, IL - 802 miles; 1,291 kilometers
Denver, CO to Chicago, IL - 919 miles; 1,479 kilometers
Los Angeles, CA to Chicago, IL - 1,744 miles; 2,807 kilometers
Minneapolis, MN to Chicago, IL - 412 miles; 663 kilometers
New Orleans, LA to Chicago, IL - 831 miles; 1338 kilometers
New York, NY to Chicago, IL - 714 miles; 1,149 kilometers
Orlando, FL to Chicago, IL - 983 miles; 1,582 kilometers
Phoenix, AZ to Chicago, IL - 1,453 miles; 2,338 kilometers
San Francisco, CA to Chicago, IL - 1,858 miles; 2,990 kilometers
Seattle, WA to Chicago, IL - 1,737 miles; 2,796 kilometers
Washington, D.C. to Chicago, IL - 596 miles; 958 kilometers
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Standard tip: 15-20 percent of the fare, plus $1-$2 per bag if the driver helps with luggage.
By rideshare: Lyft and Uber services are available throughout the greater Chicago metro area. Download the Lyft or Uber app for fare quotes and booking.
By car: Major car rental companies have facilities at O’Hare and Midway airports, including Avis, Alamo,
Budget and Hertz. Please visit specific rental company websites for details.
By bike: Chicago’s Divvy bike-sharing system is an easy, convenient way to get around the city. Thousands of bikes are available at hundreds of stations across Chicago. Rates start at $3 for a single 30-minute trip. Learn more at divvybikes.com.
All rates are subject to change.
INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS
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Chicago leads the way when it comes to connectivity. We are conveniently in the center of the country and boast two first-class airports with thousands of daily inbound and outbound flights to more than 260 destinations. Visit flychicago.com for more information.
O’HARE INTERNATIONAL AIRPORTO’Hare serves as an important hub for domestic and international travelers. The airport has approximately 1,075 daily direct flights to 178 U.S. destinations and 126 daily direct flights to 72 international destinations. Forty-nine airlines serve O’Hare.
Domestic flights arrive at Terminals 1, 2 and 3, and nearly all international routes arrive at Terminal 5. Each terminal features outstanding dining options, a number of Chicago’s unique restaurants, several national food franchises, boutique shops and kiosks, and plenty of lounges where travelers can relax. O’Hare provides power stations throughout the terminals and free Wi-Fi in most public areas of the airport. Other features include an indoor urban garden, three spas, public art displays, a yoga room, rooms for nursing mothers and a pet relief room.
A massive airfield modernization program constructed over the last decade has significantly improved O’Hare’s capacity and efficiency, resulting in fewer delays and better airline performance. In 2018, O’Hare’s
first new gates in 25 years opened in Terminal 3, and the city and airlines announced an $8.5 billion plan that will transform the airport with the biggest terminal expansion ever, adding 25 percent more gate capacity, modernizing existing terminals and improving passengers’ experience over the next eight years.
MIDWAY INTERNATIONAL AIRPORTA mere 10 miles from downtown, Midway is a premier point-to-point airport, offering leisure and business travel with approximately 240 daily nonstop flights to 70 U.S. cities and 12 daily flights to 11 international destinations.
Midway has three concourses, each filled with a wide variety of dining options and shops, with many new options as part of the ongoing Midway Modernization Program concessions redevelopment. In all, 70 new food and retail brands, with a special focus on locally inspired options, are being added through 2020. Iconic Chicago-area establishments that have found a new home at Midway include Billy Goat Tavern, Porkchop, Arami, BIG & little’s and Woodgrain Neapolitan Pizzeria.
Public art displays throughout the airport feature sculptures, paintings and murals. Midway also offers a yoga room and a room for nursing mothers in Concourse C, and a service animal/pet relief room in Concourse A.
CHICAGO’S AIRPORTS LEAVING THE AIRPORTA wide range of transportation options make leaving the airports easy, including: public transportation, curbside shuttle services, limousines, taxicab and rideshare services. Visit flychicago.com for real-time information on flights, regular updates on traffic and weather, real-time taxicab wait times, and other special alerts.
BY TAXI: Taxi stands can be found on the lower-level outside baggage claim. Wait in the designated taxi line and never accept a solicited ride. ($40–$50 to downtown)
BY ‘L’ TRAIN: Train service on the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) provides passengers with affordable, efficient, 24/7 service between the airports and downtown. Fare card kiosks and city maps are available at the train stations.
O’Hare: To take Blue Line trains to the city, follow the marked signs from the baggage claim in Terminals 1, 2 and 3. International travelers arriving at Terminal 5 should travel to Terminal 2, then follow signs to “CTA Trains” or “Trains to City.” ($5 Ventra ticket) Midway: To take Orange Line trains to the city, follow the enclosed walkway to the Midway Transportation Center located just east of the airport terminal building. Follow the signs in the airport that read “CTA Trains” or “Trains to City.” ($3 Ventra ticket)
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• Bubbles Wine Bar Gate H4• Burger Federation Gate L21
(Coming soon!)• Burrito Beach Gate K4• Café Zoot! Gate C19• Carry Out Carry On Gate E4• Chicago Cubs Bar & Grill T3
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• CIBO Express Gourmet Market T2 Main Hall, Gate H1
• Connect to Chicago Gate F3• Dunkin’ Donuts Gates F9 (Coming
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Gate C23 • Galileo Bar & Grill Gate B19• Garrett Popcorn Shops
Gates B8, H2• Gold Coast Dogs Gate L4• Goose Island Beer Company
Gates B1 , C10, L10 • Great American Bagel Company
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• Green Market Gate L3• Ice Dishes & Drinks Gate L1 • Jamba Juice Gate B7• Jazz Bar Gate C19• La Tapenade Mediterranean Café • Gates B4, E9, F20, H14• Macaroni Grill Gate K2
• Manchu Wok Gate C19, T3 Rotunda/near Gate G1, H5
• McDonald’s Gates B11 , C10, F7 , H5 , H9, K9, L4
• “Nuts on Clark” Gates C19, E4, H8• O’Briens Restaurant & Bar
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Gates C19, C22, K4• Rocky Mountain Chocolate
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Gates B10, K4• Tuscany Café Gate B18
• Uno Pizza Express Gate E5, T3 Rotunda/near Gate G1, Bus/Shuttle Center
• Wicker Park Seafood & Sushi Bar Gates E1 , C1
• Wolfgang Express Gates B7, K12
SHOP• Barbara’s Bookstore Gates B10,
C15, E5, G1B, H4• Brighton Gate H3• Brooks Brothers Gate H3• Brookstone Gates C11, H3• CNN Newsstand Chicago
Gates B9 , H5• Coach T2 Main Hall• Duty Free Store Gates B9, C17,
F5, K5• Erwin Pearl Gates B6, H6• Field Museum Store Gates B8, K1• Harley-Davidson Gate K1• Headphone Hub T2 Main Hall• Hoypoloi, An Uncommon Gallery • Gates B6, E5• Hudson News & Gifts Gates C18 ,
F4 , K1 , T1, T2, T3, and T1, T2, T3 Baggage Claim
• InMotion Gates B7, H2, K12• Johnston & Murphy Gate B6• MAC Cosmetics T2 Main Hall• Montblanc Gate K2• Oakley Gates B8, H1
• Sarah’s Candies Gate F9• Spirit of the Red Horse Gate C21• Sunglass Hut Gates C9, F9, K5• Talie Gate H1• Vosges Haut-Chocolat
Gates B6, H4
RELAX• O’Hare Urban Garden T3
Rotunda/near Gate G1• Terminal Getaway Spa
Gates B12, H1, H6• Yoga Room T3 Rotunda/
near Gate G1
SERVICES & AMENITIES• ATMs Gates B9, C18, E5, F1, F11,
H2, H6, K4, L2, T1, T2 Upper Level before Security, T3 Rotunda/near Gate G1 and T1, T2, T3 Baggage Claim
• O’Hare Urgent Care Clinic T2 Main Hall
• Seaway Bank Foreign Currency Exchange Gates B9, C18, F1, K10
• Shoe Hospital Gates B10, C20, F9, K2, B/C Tunnel (T1)
• Travelers Aid Gates B8, C18, F4, K2, T2 Main Hall
CHICAGO O’HARE INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT / DOMESTIC TRAVEL TERMINALS 1, 2 & 3TERMINAL 3 (Concourses G, H, K, L & Rotunda) TERMINAL 2 (Concourses E & F)
* Denotes airlines with international service departing from Domestic Terminals 1, 2 & 3 and arriving into International Terminal 5. * JetBlue and Alaska Airlines will be moving from T3 to T2 in Q1 2019.
• Air Choice One• Alaska Airlines*• American Airlines
(Domestic; International Departures only)*
• Cape Air
• Iberia Airlines (Departures)*
• Japan Airlines (JAL) (Departures only)*
• Jet Blue**• Spirit Airlines
TERMINAL 1 (Concourses B & C)
• ANA (Departures only)*• Lufthansa
(Departures only)*• United Airlines
(Domestic; International Departures only)*
• United Express (All check-in & baggage claim)*
• Air Canada• Delta• Delta Shuttle
PARKING
PARKING
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Terminals(via ATS)
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Tunnel between Concourse B/C
DEPARTURES / TICKETING
F4
F5
F3F1
Rotunda
H15H13
H17H18 H16
H14
H12H11B
H11A
H9
K6AK6BK8K10
K12
K16
K18
K20K19
K17K15K13
K9
K5 K4 K3K2
K1
L2AL2CL4L6AL6BL8
L10AL10B
L10C
L11, L11A, L11B(lower level)
L9L7
L5L3
L22L23
L20L21
L24
L1
H10
H8
H6H5
H4H1
H2H3
G3G5
G7G9
G11
G1AG1B
G19A(lower level) G13, G17
(lower level) G14, G14AG19G21
G20 G18G16
G12
G10
G8G6B
G6AG4
G2AG2B
E2
E3
E1 B4B3
B2
B5
B6
B7
B8
B9
B10
B11
B12
B14
B16
B19
B20
B21B23B24
B22
B17B18
E4
E5
B1
C8C6
C10
C16
C18C18A
C20
C22
C24
C26
C28C30C32
C31C29
C4C2
C9
C11
C15
C17
C19
C21
C23
C25
C27
C7C5C3
C1
F6F7
E7E9
E11E13
E15E17
F9F11
F15F17
F19F21
F23
E6
F10F12
F14F16
F28
E8
E10
E12E14E16
M6
M7
M8
M10 M9M11
M12
M13
M14/M15
M16
M17
M18
M19M20M21
M5
M4
M3
M2M1
F27F26
F22F20
(lower level) F25F24 (lower level)
24-HOUR LOCATIONEXTENDED HOURS LOCATION
FULL-SERVICE RESTAURANT
SHOPRELAX
SERVICE/AMENITY
EAT
GETTING TO TERMINAL 5 (See info on the Terminal 5 map)
Terminal Transfer Bus (TTB)
Airport Transportation System (ATS)
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PARKING
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F4
F5
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Rotunda
H15H13
H17H18 H16
H14
H12H11B
H11A
H9
K6AK6BK8K10
K12
K16
K18
K20K19
K17K15K13
K9
K5 K4 K3K2
K1
L2AL2CL4L6AL6BL8
L10AL10B
L10C
L11, L11A, L11B(lower level)
L9L7
L5L3
L22L23
L20L21
L24
L1
H10
H8
H6H5
H4H1
H2H3
G3G5
G7G9
G11
G1AG1B
G19A(lower level) G13, G17
(lower level) G14, G14AG19G21
G20 G18G16
G12
G10
G8G6B
G6AG4
G2AG2B
E2
E3
E1 B4B3
B2
B5
B6
B7
B8
B9
B10
B11
B12
B14
B16
B19
B20
B21B23B24
B22
B17B18
E4
E5
B1
C8C6
C10
C16
C18C18A
C20
C22
C24
C26
C28C30C32
C31C29
C4C2
C9
C11
C15
C17
C19
C21
C23
C25
C27
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C1
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E7E9
E11E13
E15E17
F9F11
F15F17
F19F21
F23
E6
F10F12
F14F16
F28
E8
E10
E12E14E16
M6
M7
M8
M10 M9M11
M12
M13
M14/M15
M16
M17
M18
M19M20M21
M5
M4
M3
M2M1
F27F26
F22F20
(lower level) F25F24 (lower level)
INTERNATIONAL TERMINAL 5 AIRLINESTERMINAL 5 (Concourse M)
* Denotes airlines with international service departing from Domestic Terminals 1, 2 & 3 and arriving into International Terminal 5. * Service begins in November 2018.
• Aer Lingus• AeroMexico• Air France• Air India• Air New Zealand*• Alaska Airlines• Alitalia
• American (International Arrivals Only)*
• ANA*• Asiana Airlines• Austrian Airlines• Avianca Airlines• British Airways
• Cathay Pacific Airways
• Cayman Airways• China Eastern
Airlines• Copa Airlines• Emirates• Ethiopian Airlines• Etihad Airways
• EVA Air• Finnair• Frontier Airlines• Hainan Airlines• Iberia*• Icelandair• Interjet• Japan Airlines
(JAL)*
• KLM Royal Dutch• Korean Air• LOT Polish Airlines• Lufthansa*• Norwegian• Qatar Airways• Royal Jordanian• SAS• Spirit Airlines*
• SWISS• Turkish Airlines• United (International
Arrivals Only)*• Viva Aerobus• Volaris• WestJet• WOW air
EAT• Big Bowl Gate M7 • The Goddess and Grocer
Ticketing/Pre-Security • Hub 51 Gate M10• Kofe powered by Intelligentsia
Gate M8 • McDonald’s Baggage Claim• “Nuts on Clark” Baggage Claim• R.J. Grunts Burger & Fries
Gate M10• Tocco Gate M7 • Tortas Frontera by Rick Bayless
Gate M12 • Urban Olive Gate M10• Wow Bao Gate M10
SHOP• Away Travel Gate M10• Brookstone Gate M7• Dufry Gates M9, M14• Emporio Armani Gate M8• Hudson News & Gifts Gate M10 ,
M12, M14, Baggage Claim• I Love Chicago Gate M7• Luxury Watches Gate M8• Michael Kors Gate M8• Salvatore Ferragamo Gate M8• Swatch Gate M12
RELAX• XpresSpa Gate M10
SERVICES & AMENITIES• ATMs Gate M12, Baggage Claim• Mother’s Room Gate M14• Seaway Bank Foreign Currency
Exchange Gate M8, Baggage Claim• Travelers Aid Ticketing/Pre-Security
24-HOUR LOCATIONFULL-SERVICE RESTAURANT
GETTING TO TERMINAL 5
Terminal Transfer Bus (TTB)Save time by using O’Hare’s Terminal Transfer Bus to connect to your international flight at Terminal 5.
Operates: 10:30am–8:00pm daily, seasonally (Spring, Summer, early Fall)
Terminal 3 pickup locations: Near Gates G17, K20 and L24
Airport Transportation System (ATS)
Use ATS to travel between International Terminal 5 and Domestic Terminals 1, 2 & 3. ATS stations are accessed from the Ticketing/Departure (upper level) of each terminal. This free service operates 24 hours a day.
Note: If passengers leave the secured area of a terminal, they must go through the security screening process to regain entry for a departing/connecting flight.
SHOPRELAX
SERVICE/AMENITY
EAT
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B2To Concourse
B
To Main Terminal& Baggage Claim
To Concourse
CTo Concourse
A
To GatesA9 - A12,A14 - A19
To ConcourseB, C and
Main Food Court
To Gates
A4A and A4B
BAGGAGE CLAIMLOWER LEVEL:
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B20
B18
B16
B14
B12
A1A3
A5
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A9
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A11
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B21
B19
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B24
Main Terminal
Food CourtConcourse A
Food Court
Jetbox/Dunkin’ Cart
Pet Relief AreaOutside of Baggage Claim Entrance Door 4
CONCOURSE
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CONCOURSE
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24HOURS
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Toilet Toilet
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To Main Terminal& Baggage Claim
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CTo Concourse
A
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To ConcourseB, C and
Main Food Court
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A4A and A4B
BAGGAGE CLAIMLOWER LEVEL:
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B20
B18
B16
B14
B12
A1A3
A5
A7
A9
A4AA4B
A11
A15
A17A19
A18
A16
A14
A12
A10
B10
B8
B26
B25B23
B21
B19
B17
B15
B11
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B5
B3
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Main Terminal
Food CourtConcourse A
Food Court
Jetbox/Dunkin’ Cart
Pet Relief AreaOutside of Baggage Claim Entrance Door 4
CONCOURSE
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CONCOURSE
A
CONCOURSE
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24HOURS
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Toilet Toilet
24HOURS
B1
B2To Concourse
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To Main Terminal& Baggage Claim
To Concourse
CTo Concourse
A
To GatesA9 - A12,A14 - A19
To ConcourseB, C and
Main Food Court
To Gates
A4A and A4B
BAGGAGE CLAIMLOWER LEVEL:
B22
B20
B18
B16
B14
B12
A1A3
A5
A7
A9
A4AA4B
A11
A15
A17A19
A18
A16
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A12
A10
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B8
B26
B25B23
B21
B19
B17
B15
B11
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Main Terminal
Food CourtConcourse A
Food Court
Jetbox/Dunkin’ Cart
Pet Relief AreaOutside of Baggage Claim Entrance Door 4
CONCOURSE
B
CONCOURSE
A
CONCOURSE
C
24HOURS
A2
Toilet Toilet
24HOURS
DINE• Arami Food Court Concourse A• BIG & little’s Gate B14 • Billy Goat Tavern Food Court
Concourse A• Bin 5700 Gate A15 • Café Espresso Gate C1 • Café L’Appetito Food Court • Camden Food Co. Gate B20• DeColores Food Court• Dunkin’ Donuts Gates A10, B20,
Food Court, • Baggage Claim• Glacier City Frozen Yogurt
Gate B19 • Go Go White Sox Grill
Food Court • Gold Coast Dogs Food Court • Home Run Inn Food Court • Hudson’s Café Espresso
Food Court
• HVAC Pub/Intelligentsia Gate B19
• JetBox Gate A10 • The Market Gate B14 • Midway Pour House Gate A5 • “Nuts on Clark” Food Court
Concourse A• Pegasus on the Fly Food Court • Pizza Vino Gate A7• Porkchop Gate B14 • Rebar #9 Gate A4A • Reilly’s Daughter Food Court
and Food Court Concourse A • Tabo Sushi Gate B14,
Food Court• Tap & Pour Gate B5• True Burger Co. Gate A5 • Windy City Taproom Gate B11 • Woodgrain Neapolitan Pizzeria
Food Court Concourse A
SHOP• Aero Mart Gate C1• Chicago Market Food Court • Chicago News Gates B8, B17 • Chicago Sports Gates A5, B10 • Departures News Gate A4B• Discover Chicago Gates A5,
B17, Food Court • Hudson Booksellers Gate B8,
Food Court• Hudson News & Gifts Gates A11,
B19, Food Court • Kidsworks Food Court • Life is Good Food Court • Southside News Food Court • Spectacles Food Court • Spirit of the Red Horse Food
Court• The Stacks Gate A10 • Sony/Belkin Food Court
Concourse A
• Sweet Indulgence Food Court • Tech on the Go Gate A5,
Food Court • Windy City News Gate A5
SERVICES• Adult Changing Table Gate B15• ATMs Gates A1, A5, B9, B18,
Food Court• Chapel Mezzanine Level • Chicago Police Department
Gate C1• Mother’s Room Gate C1• Pet Relief Gate A5, Outside
Baggage Claim Door 4 • Seaway Bank Foreign Currency
Exchange Gate A1• Shoe Hospital Gate A1 • USO Gate C1 • Yoga Room Gate C1
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