ISMP 2009: About Chicago

Maps

Maps relevant to ISMP attendees

Walking directions between Marriott (A) and Gleacher (B)

Marriott
540 N Michigan Ave
Chicago, Illinois 60611

Gleacher Center
450 North Cityfront Plaza Dr.
Chicago, Illinois 60611

Gleacher Center | Driving Directions and Parking map

Metro Area Map

Airport shuttles

Shuttle Rates and details [pdf]
Reservation can be made by calling: 1.888.284.3826
or online
From O'Hare: Shuttles depart from O'Hare airport every 10-15 minutes for downtown service to Chicago hotels, downtown businesses, near north residential locations, and suburban locations. Our loading zones for boarding the Airport Express van are at Terminal 1 by Door E (United), Terminal 2 by Door C (Continental, Northwest, US Airways), Terminal 3 by Door E (American, Delta) and Terminal 5 (International) outside Door D across from baggage claim on the Baggage Claim level. At the international terminal we are located just outside Door 1E which is just outside of baggage claim and Customs. The last Go Airport Express van leaves O'Hare at 11:30 pm seven nights a week. Go Airport Express Ticket Counters for purchasing tickets are located at Door 1E, Door 2D, Door 3E and Door 5D lower levels across from baggage claim on the Baggage Claim level.
From Midway: Shuttles depart from Midway airport every 15 minutes for downtown service to Chicago hotels, downtown businesses and near north residential locations. Our airport express ticket counter and loading zone is located at Door 3, lower level across from Southwest Airlines baggage claim. Reservations from Midway to downtown are not necessary. The last Airport Express van leaves Midway at 10:30pm seven nights a week from Go Airport Express Counter Door 3, Lower Level.

Directions from the airports via taxi and CTA

From O'Hare Airport

Taxi
The taxi stand can be found just outside the baggage claim area. Cab fare will be approximately $35 and you should allow 1-1 ½ hours.

CTA Train (the "El")
The Blue line of the Chicago Transportation Authority train systemcommonly known as the "El" or elevated train" runs from O'Hare to the Loop area downtown. Follow airport signs reading Trains to City to the boarding area. Train fare is $1.50; buy a fare card from vending machines at boarding area. Disembark Clark and Lake stop. Exit station at street level and take a taxi to Gleacher Center, or walk east on Lake four blocks to Michigan Avenue. Turn left and walk north the two blocks on the east side of Michigan. After crossing the bridge over the river, walk to the right through the plaza with the fountain between the Equitable Building and Tribune Tower. The Gleacher Center is on the right at the end of the plaza, facing east toward NBC Tower.

From Midway Airport

Taxi
A taxi stand is located right outside the baggage claim area. Cab fare will be approximately $30 and you should allow 30-45 minutes.

CTA Train (the "El")
The Orange Line of the "El" or elevated train runs from Midway to the Loop area downtown. Follow airport signs reading "Trains to City" to the boarding area. Train fare is $1.50. Disembark at the Lake & State stop. Exit at street level and take a taxi, or walk two blocks east on Lake Street to Michigan Avenue. Turn left and walk north the two blocks on the east side of Michigan. After crossing the bridge over the river, walk to the right through the Chicago Tribune / Equitable Fountain Plaza. The Gleacher Center is on the right at the end of the plaza, facing east toward NBC Tower. The train ride is about 30 minutes.

Driving Directions to Gleacher Center

From Interstate 90/94
To entrance: Heading either north or south on I-90/94, exit at Ohio Street. Follow Ohio east to Michigan Avenue. Turn right. At the second light, turn left on Illinois Street. At stop sign, turn right. Gleacher Center is on the right.
To area parking: Heading either north or south on I-90/94, exit at Ohio Street. Follow Ohio Street east across Michigan Avenue to St. Clair. Turn right. Follow St. Clair across Grand Avenue. See map on page 2 for access to parking.

From Lake Shore Drive
To entrance: Heading either north or south on Lake Shore Drive, exit at Grand Avenue. Follow Grand west to Columbus Drive/Fairbanks Court; turn left. At second light, turn right on East North Water Street. Gleacher Center is straight ahead.
To area parking: Heading either north or south on Lake Shore Drive, exit at Grand Avenue. Follow Grand west to St. Clair. See map on page 2 for parking lots. Parking rates.

Getting around the city (public transportation)

Parking

Near Marriott: Valet parking at the Marriott is $48 daily. Off-site parking (10 East Ohio, corner of Ohio and Rush) is $33 daily with in and out privileges.