The Windy City
Located in the heart of the midwest, Chicago was voted one of America's most disability-friendly cities by the National Organization on Disability. Chicago is accessible for visitors with special needs and offers many resources.
About Chicago
- Chicago's transit system is easy to navigate and has many stops throughout the entire city.
- O'Hare Airport is connected the to train, which will take you all the way to the center of Chicago
- There are plenty of tourist sites located downtown within a mile radius of each other, such
as: Magnificient Mile (shopping), The Bean, Willis Tower, Buckingham Fountain, the Art Institute, the Field Museum, and the Shedd Aquarium. - Chicago is known for
it's beautiful architecture and distinct neighborhoods. There's a River Boat Tour that goes through the downtown area and identifies various famous buildings. - Chicago is home to it's famous stuffed pizza, as well as its variety of ethnic foods.
- The best time to visit Chicago is from spring through fall, when the weather is pleasant. It's not recommended to visit in the
winter, when the weather could be below freezing.
Helpful Links
- Easy Access Chicago: Chicago disability access travel guide for wheelchair users
- Choose Chicago: List of resources and services for disabled travelers in Chicago
- Chicago Accessibility Compliance: Accessibility Compliance Unit (ACU) of Chicago