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The Chicago Riverwalk is a great place to enjoy Chicago, its history and its magnificent architecture. The Riverwalk features public walkways and seating areas along the water's edge, where visitors can enjoy incredible views of the loop's canyon of skyscrapers, while watching the boats go by.
The Riverwalk also features attractions such as cafes, boat cruises, water taxis, bike rentals and tours, and crafts made by local artisans. The Chicago Riverwalk runs along the south bank of the Chicago River, from Lake Shore Drive to Franklin Street.
Museums and Memorials
Wabash Plaza provides a peaceful place for visitors to gather and watch the river, or to visit the Vietnam Veterans Memorial that is the centerpiece of the plaza. The McCormick Tribune Bridgehouse and Chicago River Museum at Michigan Avenue offers a rare view of the inner workings of Chicago's bridges, and information on the history of the Chicago River.
Cafes and Restaurants
Cafes include: Babette's Liquid Assets, Cyrano's Cafe and Wine Bar on the Riverwalk, Diosa Sushi and Grill, Lagniappe Cajun Creole Joynt, O'Briens Riverwalk Cafe, Robinson's Ribs and Summer Chill.
Boat and Bike Tours
Boat tours and water taxis are provided by Chicago's First Lady, Mercury, Shoreline Sightseeing and Wendella. Bike rentals and tours are provided by Bike Chicago. Crafts are sold on weekends by Women-Eye.
Visit www.cityofchicago.org/riverwalk for contact information for each individual Riverwalk attraction.
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Location:
100 E. Wacker Dr., 500 E. Wacker Dr. - 300 W. Wacker Dr.
Chicago, IL 60601
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Hours:
Daily, 6 am - 11 pm; most attractions are open mid-May through mid-October
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Admission:
The Riverwalk is a public promenade and is FREE. Admission to individual attractions on the Riverwalk varies.
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Website:
For additional information please
visit,
http://www.cityofchicago.org/riverwalk
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Accessibility:
- Accessible wheelchair entrance(s)
- Accessible seating area available (if auditorium/stadium venue)
The Riverwalk is only partially accessible to persons with disabilities; some sections are accessible only by stairs. Future construction will include full accessibility along the entire Riverwalk. Details of current accessibility: The Riverwalk between Lake Shore Drive and Michigan Ave. is accessible from the lakefront, and an accessible drop off area is located at Lower Stetson. Between Michigan Ave. and Wabash Ave., parking for persons with disabilities is available at O'Briens, call in advance to 312.346.3131. Veterans Plaza between Wabash Ave. and State St. has accessible ramps. West of State St., the Riverwalk is currently not accessible, although some cafes provide accessible seating on the upper level.
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Transportation:
El: Red Line to Lake; Blue Line to Clark/Lake; Brown, Purple, Pink, Green or Orange Line to State/Lake; Bus: 2, 3, 6, 10, 20, 22, 26, 29, 36, 62, 143, 144, 145, 146, 147, 148, 151, 157. For more travel information, visit www.transitchicago.com
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