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2015 SABR Convention: SABR 45 in Chicago

June 24-28, 2015
Palmer House Hilton
17 East Monroe Street
Chicago, IL 60603
(312) 726-7500

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This information is provided as a courtesy to SABR 45 convention attendees and guests by the Palmer House Hilton.

 

Navy Pier
600 E. Grand Ave.
Chicago, IL 60611
(312) 595-5300
Approximate distance from hotel: 1.3 miles

This 50-acre playground of entertainment, museums, activities, restaurants, and shops is the perfect place for some family fun time. Navy Pier is open year-round; their hours may vary depending on the season. General vendor hours during the summer (Memorial Day-Labor Day) are:

  • 10am – 10pm (Sun – Thur)
  • 10am – Midnight (Fri – Sat)

 

Navy Pier Attractions

  • Chicago Children’s Museum
  • Ferris Wheel
  • Smith Museum of Stained Glass
  • Summer fireworks (Wednesdays and Saturdays)
  • IMAX Theater City Porch (seasonal)
  • Chicago Shakespeare Theater
  • Amazing Fun House Maze
  • Jet Skies at the Pier
  • Bike & Roll
  • Boat Tours (seasonal) & Dining Cruises
  • Pepsi Skyline Stage
  • Billy Goat Tavern
  • Bubba Gump Shrimp House
  • Häagen-Dazs
  • Harry Caray’s Tavern
  • Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville Bar/Grill
  • Riva’s Crab House
  • Landshark Beer Garden

 

Directions:

Bus #29/State:
Fare: $2.25 (adult) – $1.10 (children 6-11 yr old)

  • Exit at State Street Entrance turn left, walk to the corner and cross the street (Adams).
  • At State & Adams (in front of the Bank of America), board Bus #29.
  • Insert the bills into the machine & drop the coins or swipe your transit card.
  • Exit at the last stop Navy Pier.
  • Jazz Record Mart will be on your right

Return to Hotel:

  • Exit Navy Pier and turn right.
  • Walk north to bus boarding area.
  • Board State Bus #29. Insert the exact fare into the machine or swipe your transit card.
  • Exit at Monroe, the Hotel will be on your left at Monroe & State.

 

Taxi:

  • Exit Monroe Doors for a taxi
  • Approximately 5- 10 minutes, $10 – $12

 

Walk:

  • Exit at Monroe Street and turn right.
  • Walk east & cross Lake Shore Drive (stop lights will allow you to do so) and turn left onto the lake front walking path.
  • Proceed north to Navy Pier, approximately 30 minutes.

 

Taxi companies:

  • Yellow: 312-829-4222
  • Flash: 773-561-1444

 

The Palmer House Hilton is located at 17 East Monroe Street. Call (312) 726-7500 for more information.

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