Destination
Chicago, known as the Windy City, is a vibrant metropolis brimming with history, culture, and architectural wonders. One of its most famous attractions is the Magnificent Mile. Stretching along Michigan Avenue, this iconic mile offers shopping, world-class dining, upscale hotels, and captivating art galleries.
Getting Here
Ready to explore the vibrant city of Chicago? Traveling by air is the most convenient way to reach this iconic destination. Simply book your flight to iconic O’Hare International Airport which offers a wide range of domestic and international flights Once you arrive, you’ll be greeted by the city’s world-class transportation system, including taxis, ride-sharing services, and public transit options like the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA).
Getting Around
Chicago is an extremely walkable city, from our downtown to our vibrant neighborhoods. There are lot’s of options like: Public transit, Rideshare, High speed rail, bike rental, and more! Click here to learn more
International Travelers
It is your sole responsibility to ensure that you have all the travel documents necessary to enter in, or transit through, each country on your itinerary. Please ensure you verify the requirements for each country as the required documents for the outbound portion of your travel may differ from those required on the return.
Find out what you need to visit Chicago, USA as a tourist or business person, how to extend your stay, and what documents you need to carry with you.
Letters of Invite
Letters of invite can be provided to international delegates who may require a letter for Visa application. Please note, full conference registration and payment must be arranged prior to a letter being provided. Please email us for more information.
Local Info
Spring in Chicago means flowers in bloom, warming weather, and buzzing activity in our parks and along the lake. Temperatures in typically range in the 50s°F (10 – 15°C). Rainfall averages 3.5 – 3.8 inches (92 – 94mm).
American currency is the US Dollar.
- A 10.25% sales tax is applied in the city of Chicago.
- Hotel Accommodations Tax is currently 17.4%.
- Taxi drivers, bartenders, and waiters generally receive a 20% gratuity on the pre-tax amount of your bill for standard service, though it is appropriate to leave a 25%-plus gratuity for exceptional service.
- Hotel doormen and valet parking attendants are tipped approximately $2.
- Bellhops are tipped $2 per bag.
- Hotel chambermaids are usually tipped $2 per day.
In case of emergency: 911
Non-emergency police/fire/city services: 311
U.S. uses 120 volt, 60 hertz. Tip: buy a Type-B adapter plug NEMA 5-15 to ensure your electrical items work while you’re visiting.
Smoking as well as “vaping” or the use of e-cigarettes, vape pens, and e-hookahs is prohibited in enclosed public places, and within 15 feet of the entrance of these establishments.