Is it feasable to stay by the airport in chicago and take the bus to the Museum, Shedd's Aquarium etc?

Question

I wanted to get a hotel by the museum campus but I can't find anything for less than 200.00 per night plus is it common to charge 30.00 a day for parking? Is it feasible to stay by the airport and take the bus with a visitor transit pass or are we going to spend all our time in traffic trying to get to and from attractions?

Thanks!

Answer 1

Yes, it's very feasible.  The only museum you might have difficulty getting to would be Science and Industry.  From Midway I would take the Orange Line and then catch the train to S&I.  All the other museums and Shedd are close together.  

Answer 2

Staying near Midway is a good choice.  O'Hare is too far .

Answer 3

MIdway yes, O'Hare no

Answer 4

Time is the factor to consider when staying at the airports.  ORD is almost an hr from downtown.  If this is not a pblm...go for it.  

Using public transportation saves a bundle when you have to park the car. 99% of everything is accessable from the CTA train and/or bus lines.  Go to the following site to find routes and fares.  Use the hotel address as your starting point and the pull down menu for destination:

http://tripsweb.rtachicago.com/

Answer 5

Could you possibly let us know which airport you are referring to?  Chicago actually has 2 airports - O'Hare and Midway.  

Answer 6

If you are staying near Midway take the Orange line CTA train to the Roosevelt stop.  You will then be in the South Loop and within a 10 minute walk of the museum campus.  The train will cost you around $2.00 and will be much faster than the buses.  Regardless, you can get both the train and bus schedules here: http://tripsweb.rtachicago.com/