Parking
Garage and Main Transportation
Staging Point Before the Start of the Event
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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
2.4 miles from the supported hotel
1.8 miles from the Amtrak train station
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Here to download the in town cue sheets and map for
the Chicago parking garage.
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Here for all supported facilities, services, and
in town cycling routes for the Chicago parking garage overlaid
on satellite imagery.
The CTA #20 Madison bus route travels directly in front of the parking
garage.
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Here for more information about the CTA #20 Madison
bus route and schedule.
- Click Here for
more information about CTA local bus service.
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.
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.
- Click
Here for more information about arriving in a car
and parking.
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Supported Hotel and
Second Transportation Staging Point Before the Start of the Event
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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.
2.4 miles from the parking garage
1.2 miles from the Amtrak train station
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!
- Click
Here to download the in town cue sheets and map
for the Chicago hotel.
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Here for all supported facilities, services,
and in town cycling routes for the Chicago hotel overlaid
on satellite imagery.
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Here for more information about our supported
hotels.
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Here for more information about our supported
hotel baggage delivery service.
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!
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
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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more information about CTA local bus service.
The hotel does not offer any type of transportation service between
downtown Chicago and O'Hare or Midway airports.
- Click
Here for more information about how to transport
yourself, your baggage, and your bicycle between O'Hare and
Midway airports.
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Amtrak
Train Station and Transportation Staging Point After the End of the Event
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Union
Station
225 S. Canal St.
Chicago, IL 60606
(800) USA-RAIL (872-7245)
Hours: 5:30 am to midnight CDT
1.8 miles from the parking garage
1.3 miles from the supported hotel
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Here to download the in town cue sheets
and map for the Chicago Amtrak train station.
- Click
Here for all supported facilities, services,
and in town cycling routes for the Chicago Amtrak train station
overlaid on satellite imagery.
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Here for more information about Amtrak train
service.
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Here for more information about long distance
public transportation carriers.
- Click
Here for more information about our transportation
staging points.
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CTA L Train
Stations
- Click
Here for more information about CTA L trains.
Train Line |
Arrival/Departure Location
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Parking Garage
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Supported Hotel
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Amtrak Train Station
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Green |
Ashland
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Adams & Wabash
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Clinton
(Green/Pink Line
station) |
Pink |
Ashland
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Adams & Wabash
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Clinton
(Green/Pink Line
station) |
Orange |
Transfer to or from the Pink
Line at Washington & Wells
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Adams & Wabash
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LaSalle & Van Buren
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Brown |
Transfer to or from the Pink
Line at Washington & Wells
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Adams & Wabash
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LaSalle & Van Buren
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Purple |
Transfer to or from the Green
Line or Pink Line at
Clark & Lake
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Adams & Wabash
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LaSalle & Van Buren
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Blue |
UIC/Halsted
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Jackson
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Clinton
(Blue Line station)
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Red |
Transfer to or from the Green
Line or Pink Line at
State & Lake |
Harrison
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Harrison |
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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. |
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Harrison
Station
608 S. State St.
Chicago, IL 60605
0.2 miles from the supported hotel
1.0 miles from the Amtrak train station
The Harrison Station serves Red line
trains.
This station serves the supported hotel and Amtrak train station.
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Clinton
Station (Green/Pink lines)
540 W. Lake St.
Chicago, IL 60661
0.5 miles from the Amtrak train station
The Clinton Station serves Green and Pink line
trains.
This station serves the Amtrak train station. |
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LaSalle & Van
Buren Station
121 W. Van Buren St.
Chicago, IL 60605
1.0 miles from the Amtrak train station
The Harrison Station serves Orange, Brown,
and Purple line
trains.
This station serves the Amtrak train station. |
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Clinton
Station (Blue Line)
426 S. Clinton St.
Chicago, IL 60607
0.2 miles from the Amtrak train station
The Clinton Station serves Blue line
trains.
This station serves the Amtrak train station. |
Metra
Train Stations
- Click
Here for more information about Metra trains.
Local Bus Service
Chicago Transit
Authority
(888) YOUR-CTA (968-7282)
Every bus is equipped with a bicycle rack that holds two fully assembled
bicycles. Bicycles are allowed at all times.
- Click
Here for more information about how to bring your bike
on the bus.
Taxicabs
Taxicabs regularly pass by all supported facilities and service locations
in Chicago and specific contact information is not necessary.
Greyhound
Bus Station
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Greyhound
Bus Station
630 W. Harrison St.
Chicago, IL 60607
(800) 231-2222 fare and schedule information
(312) 408-5821
Hours: Open 24 hours
1.4 miles from the parking garage
1.0 miles from the supported hotel
0.4 miles from the Amtrak train station
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Here for more information about Greyhound bus service.
- Click
Here for more information about long distance public transportation carriers
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MegaBus Stop
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MegaBus
518 W. Polk St.
Chicago, IL 60607
(877) 462-6342
1.7 miles from the parking garage
1.1 miles from the supported hotel
0.5 miles from the Amtrak train station
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Here for more information about MegaBus bus service.
- Click
Here for more information about long distance public transportation carriers
All MegaBus reservations
must be made online. Tickets are not sold at
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Grocery Stores
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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.
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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
1.5 miles from the Amtrak train station
This grocery store serves the supported hotel and Amtrak train station.
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Hospital
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Rush
University Medical Center
1653 W. Congress Pkwy.
Chicago, IL 60612
(888) 352-RUSH (7874)
1.1 miles from the parking garage
2.5 miles from the supported hotel
1.9 miles from the Amtrak train station
- Click
Here for our medical support services policies
and procedures
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