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Getting around Chicago is easy. Whether you arrive at O’Hare International Airport or Midway International Airport, you have several choices for getting downtown. The elevated train service, nicknamed the “El,” connects both airports with the city. Catch the Blue Line next to Terminal 2 at O’Hare or the Orange Line at Midway. There are also taxis, airport shuttles, rental car and limousine services available.

QUICK FACTS

Central Standard Time: 6 hours earlier than GMT; 1 hour earlier than East Coast, 2 hours later than West Coast

Legal car rental age: 25

Legal driving age: 16

Legal drinking and gaming age: 21 (photo ID or passport required)

Please print these maps and handy charts to use and enjoy during your stay in Chicago. We hope to see you soon!

Printable PDFs

Maps

Chicagoland
Downtown Chicago
Chicago Transit Authority
Illinois
O’Hare Airport
Midway Airport
Chicago Neighborhoods

Handy Info

Average Temperatures
Clothing Size Conversions
Average US Flight Times
Average International
Flight Times

Free Chicago Greeter Tours

See Chicago through the eyes of local volunteers as they show you their favorite things about living in the city. Free transportation is included on these 2- to 4-hour tours.

Free Trolleys

You don't need a ticket to get from place to place in Chicago. Just look for the "Free Trolley" sign at popular Chicago destinations like Navy Pier, the Museum Campus, Lincoln Park Zoo, Michigan Avenue, and State Street.