Overall Information

DuSable Harbor
111 N. Lake Shore Dr.
Chicago, IL 60601
(312) 742-3577
1.6 miles from the supported hotel
3.8 miles from the parking garage

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• Click Here for all supported facilities, services, and in town cycling routes for the Chicago ending location overlaid on satellite imagery.

Driving Directions To DuSable Harbor
From the North via Lake Shore Drive

• Exit Randolph Street
• Turn left at bottom of exit ramp
• Enter cul-du-sac

From the South via Lake Shore Drive

• Exit Randolph/Wacker Drive
• Turn left at bottom of exit ramp
• Enter cul-du-sac

From West via Randolph Street

• Proceed east on Randolph Street - Mid-Level (If coming from Michigan Avenue, do not go to upper level Randolph)
• Enter cul-du-sac

Baggage Transportation
If you are not staying at the Chicago hotel, we will distribute your baggage at the ending location.

If you need to get your car from the parking garage after the end of the event we will watch your baggage at the ending location while you do so.

Short Term Parking
You can only park at the ending location for free while you are immediately loading your bike and baggage.

DuSable Harbor Parking Lot 0.1 miles from the ending location Click Here for directions to the DuSable Harbor parking lot. Click Here for the current parking rates. You should use this parking lot if you will be parking at the ending location for several hours or less. You will pay upon exit.

If you will be parking your car in Chicago for the entire tour you should park at the Chicago parking garage.

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Block Y Garage
LAZ Parking
1301 W. Madison St.
Chicago, IL 60607
(312) 577-7985 (general information)
Hours: 5:00 am - 2:00 am
3.8 miles from the ending location
2.4 miles from the supported hotel

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The CTA #20 Madison bus route travels directly in front of the parking garage.

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Please be aware that there are no bathrooms at or near the Chicago parking garage.

You should clearly display our parking sign on your dashboard so the garage staff knows your vehicle is associated with Bicycle Illinois.

• Click Here to inform us of your parking plans
• Click Here to download the parking sign.

If you need to get your car from the parking garage after the end of the event we will watch your baggage at the ending location while you do so.

Online Reservations
If you are planning on parking your car in Chicago long term you should Click Here to purchase your parking reservation online before you arrive. You will be able to enter your specific dates and times and pay online. After you pay you will receive a barcode which you will scan as a one-time entry and one time exit pass at the facility kiosks.

Please note that the rates posted online may vary from the rates posted directly at the parking garage.

We strongly recommend purchasing your parking reservation online before you arrive to ensure space will be available for your vehicle and to avoid the hassle, uncertainty, and amount of time it takes to pay for your parking directly at the parking garage.

Posted Rates
The posted daily cost for parking in Chicago is $21.00 per weekday and $11.00 per weekend day. Weekend rates are in effect beginning at 4:00 pm Friday and all day Saturday and Sunday. This is about $15.00 per day less expensive than any other lot in the downtown area. Reservations are not necessary.

The kiosk will automatically calculate the total amount owed and charge you after you leave based on the ticket you received when you entered.

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Short Term Parking
If you will only be parking at the ending location for several hours or less you should use the parking lot directly there.

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Congress Plaza Hotel
520 S. Michigan Ave.
Chicago, IL 60605
(312) 427-3800
Check in time is at 3:00 pm.
Check out time is at noon.
1.6 miles from the ending location
2.4 miles from the parking garage

Our supported hotel in Chicago is in the heart of downtown Chicago and was chosen based on both its nightly rates and also its walking and biking distance between all local and long distance public transportation options in Chicago. Millennium Park is only five blocks away and there are lots of attractions nearby. Visit one of Lake Michigan’s beaches, browse the upscale shops and boutiques on the Magnificent Mile, or discover the iconic architecture and contemporary art of Millennium Park. Enjoy shopping, dining, museums, entertainment and seasonal events at Navy Pier or take in a show at the nearby theater district. Staying there can also be perfect way to allow your tired and sore muscles to rest and recover from a challenging cycling event and perfect if you would like to extend your event as part of a weekend getaway in the city!

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The hotel does not have a swimming pool, whirlpool, or laundry machines available.

Rates and Reservations
You will need to contact the hotel on your own for best the room rates and to make and pay for your individual reservations. We strongly recommend making your reservation as soon as possible to avoid any availability issues from other participants or anyone else, secure the lowest rate, and assure yourself a room!

You should only make reservations at the Chicago Hotel on Friday night if you are not continuing on the Tri-State Tour Chicago Century #2 and taking the Transportation Service to the Start on Saturday.

You should only make reservations at the Chicago Hotel on Saturday night if you are continuing on the Tri-State Tour Chicago Century #2 and taking the Transportation Service from Chicago on Sunday.

If you are continuing on the Tri-State Tour Chicago Century #2 on Saturday then you should make reservations at the supported hotel in Hammond, IN. Click Here for more information on the Tri-State Tour Chicago Century #2.

Breakfast
A continental style breakfast is not included with reservations.

Restaurants

At the Supported Hotel
Gazebo Restaurant
Hours: 6:30 am - 11:00 am

Rafael’s Restaurant
Hours: 12:00 pm - 10:30 pm

Other Local Restaurants

• Click Here for a list of local restaurants

Arriving and Departing
Several different CTA bus routes travel ether directly in front of or within a block of the hotel.

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The hotel does not offer any type of transportation service between downtown Chicago and O'Hare or Midway airports.

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State & Lake Station
200 N. State St.
Chicago, IL 60601
1.1 miles from the ending location

The State & Lake Station serves Green, Pink, Orange, Brown, and Purple line trains.

This station serves the ending location.

Washington Station
19 N. Dearborn St.
Chicago, IL 60602
1.4 miles from the ending location

The Washington Station serves Blue line trains.

This station serves the ending location.

Lake Station
188 N. State St.
Chicago, IL 60601
1.1 miles from the ending location

The Lake Station serves Red line trains.

This station serves the ending location.

Adams & Wabash Station
201 S. Wabash Ave.
Chicago, IL 60603
0.5 miles from the supported hotel

The Adams & Wabash Station serves Green, Pink, Orange, Brown, and Purple line trains.

This station serves the supported hotel.

Jackson Station
328 S. Dearborn St.
Chicago, IL 60604
0.5 miles from the supported hotel

The Jackson Station serves Blue line trains.

This station serves the supported hotel.

Harrison Station
608 S. State St.
Chicago, IL 60605
0.2 miles from the supported hotel

The Harrison Station serves Red line trains.

This station serves the supported hotel.

Ashland Station
1601 W. Lake St.
Chicago, IL 60612
0.6 miles from the parking garage

The Ashland Station serves Green and Pink line trains.

This station serves the parking garage.

UIC/Halsted Station
430 S. Halsted St.
Chicago, IL 60607
1.0 miles from the parking garage

The UIC/Halsted Station serves Blue line trains.

This station serves the parking garage.

Union Station
210 S. Canal St.
Chicago, IL 60606
(312) 322-4269
2.6 miles from the ending location
1.2 miles from the supported hotel
1.8 miles from the parking garage

This station serves the ending location, supported hotel, and parking garage.

This station serves the ending location, supported hotel, and parking garage.

Millennium Station
151 N. Michigan Ave.
Chicago, IL 60602
1.0 miles from the ending location

This station serves the ending location.

This station serves the supported hotel and parking garage.

This station serves the ending location, supported hotel, and parking garage.

Union Station
225 S. Canal St.
Chicago, IL 60606
(800) USA-RAIL (872-7245)
Hours: 5:30 am to midnight
2.6 miles from the ending location
1.2 miles from the supported hotel
1.8 miles from the parking garage

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MegaBus
518 W. Polk St.
Chicago, IL 60607
(877) 462-6342
2.5 miles from the ending location
1.1 miles from the supported hotel
1.7 miles from the parking garage

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• Click Here for more information about long distance public transportation carriers

All MegaBus reservations must be made online. Tickets are not sold at this location.

Mariano's
333 E. Benton Pl.
Chicago, IL 60601
(312) 228-1349
Hours: 6:00 am - 10:00 pm
0.5 miles from the ending location

This grocery store serves the ending location.

Target
1154 S. Clark St.
Chicago, IL 60605
(312) 212-6300
Hours: 8:00 am - 11:00 pm
0.9 miles from the supported hotel

This grocery store serves the supported hotel.

Target
1101 W. Jackson Blvd.
Chicago, IL 60607
(312) 279-3340
Hours: 8:00 am - 11:00 pm
0.6 miles from the parking garage

This grocery store serves the parking garage.

Northwestern Memorial Hospital
251 E. Huron St.
Chicago, IL 60611
(312) 926-2000
1.6 miles from the ending location

This hospital serves the ending location.

Rush University Medical Center
1653 W. Congress Pkwy.
Chicago, IL 60612
(888) 352-RUSH (7874)
2.5 miles from the supported hotel
1.1 miles from the parking garage

This hospital serves the supported hotel and parking garage.