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Local Transportation
America’s second largest public transport system provides comprehensive rail and bus services, but visitors may find taxis an easy option for getting around the city itself. Our chauffeur-driven limousines can also on hand to transport guests in luxurious comfort and style around town.
Limousine
For the ultimate in convenience and comfort, we recommend you book our limousine service. For any transfer enquiries or arrangements, please contact the Concierge Desk.
Subway
Chicago has an efficient and extensive rail network and is perhaps one of the most convenient ways to travel within the city. The “EL" short for the elevated railway, gives you a panoramic view of the city as you travel around. Different fare options and tickets are available at any of the stations.
For more information, please visit the
Chicago Transit Authority website.
Bus
The most popular CTA bus routes are Halsted, Madison, Clark, State, Broadway, Chicago, North, and Sheridan. Most routes run daily from every 10 to 15 minutes; while night buses, also known as the “Night Owls” runs every half an hour on some of the routes.
For more information, please visit the
Chicago Transit Authority website.
Taxi
Taxis are readily available in the city. It is an easy and fast alternative to get around the city, especially to more unfamiliar locations or during winter. The metre starts at US$2.25 at flag fall.