Went through here twice in Sept of 22. Beautiful place and very friendly staff and others. So glad to have union station as the hub from dc to west coast and back.
Chicago is the birthplace of the modern skyscraper, so they do like things big here for sure. I’ve got Australia on my agenda in the future, its a beautiful country from what I’ve seen in videos . Hope someday you can make your dream come true to see here.
I've visited here but never needed to use the transportation. My train goes to Ogilvie TC (From Harvard).. But my son and I are planning a trip on the Amtrak Empire Builder which leaves from Union Station. Glad the two Stations are so close we can just walk from one to the other.
A look around the Chicago Union Station that was built in May 16th 1925 for many railroads, including one of my favorite railroads of all time, the Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe Railroad or mainly known as the Santa Fe Railroad. The station is now being used for Amtrak and Chicago Metra trains.
Thanks for the video, very complete. I didn’t know the station was actually connected to the river via the escalators from the food court / waiting area.
And just across the river is the Sears tower( now called the Willis Tower). If ever you are at the station and have some free time, it might be worth visiting as well. The sky deck at the 104th floor gives you a nice panoramic view of the city.
For most people, they would probably take the CTA train (blue line). But there is a metra train that takes you to the airport as well. metra.com/train-lines/stations/ohare-transfer
The Chicago Union station staff are helpful, the food options are decent in the food court, but the security is not good at the food court. I was actually robbed of 500 dollars by 2 con artists inside the food court. If you encounter men claiming to represent the bucket drummer group, then they are in fact thieves. Avoid them at all costs.
I have seen also locker self storage rentals at the departure gate area. I haven’t used them myself and it’s been a while since I been to gate area, so can’t say if they still are there.
“Where do I check and pick up my baggage? Baggage Check is located on the Concourse level. The cost to check a bag is $10 per bag. Baggage Claim is located in the South Concourse. Refer to the Station Map for these locations.” chicagounionstation.com/information/faq#:~:text=Baggage%20Check%20is%20located%20on,Station%20Map%20for%20these%20locations.
Every time I go to Chicago, those speakers saying “track number …” are the first sound I hear every time I get there. A staple of Chicago sounds
Went through here twice in Sept of 22. Beautiful place and very friendly staff and others. So glad to have union station as the hub from dc to west coast and back.
Couldn't agree more!
thank you for the informative video. It helps a lot!
Your welcome and have a safe trip
Im here in Australia and this video is fabulous
Thanks mate! I hope you’re having a fun and safe visit to the windy city.
I would only dream of America , it looks incredible, everything looks massive in your country. ....
Chicago is the birthplace of the modern skyscraper, so they do like things big here for sure.
I’ve got Australia on my agenda in the future, its a beautiful country from what I’ve seen in videos . Hope someday you can make your dream come true to see here.
Thanks kindly. ..😊😊😊
I've visited here but never needed to use the transportation. My train goes to Ogilvie TC (From Harvard).. But my son and I are planning a trip on the Amtrak Empire Builder which leaves from Union Station. Glad the two Stations are so close we can just walk from one to the other.
Hope you have a safe and enjoyable trip
A look around the Chicago Union Station that was built in May 16th 1925 for many railroads, including one of my favorite railroads of all time, the Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe Railroad or mainly known as the Santa Fe Railroad. The station is now being used for Amtrak and Chicago Metra trains.
Thanks for the historical information about the station, and appreciate you stopping in
@@TravGuideChannel No problem, if you want to learn more about trains just ask someone like me.
Thanks for the video, very complete. I didn’t know the station was actually connected to the river via the escalators from the food court / waiting area.
And just across the river is the Sears tower( now called the Willis Tower). If ever you are at the station and have some free time, it might be worth visiting as well. The sky deck at the 104th floor gives you a nice panoramic view of the city.
excelente video, thanks by sharing. Maybe you can help me. What route do i have to take for (ORD) Airport? or what are your recommendation about it?
For most people, they would probably take the CTA train (blue line). But there is a metra train that takes you to the airport as well.
metra.com/train-lines/stations/ohare-transfer
Best shoe shine stand east of the Mississippi River.
The Chicago Union station staff are helpful, the food options are decent in the food court, but the security is not good at the food court. I was actually robbed of 500 dollars by 2 con artists inside the food court.
If you encounter men claiming to represent the bucket drummer group, then they are in fact thieves. Avoid them at all costs.
Noted, and thanks for the information.
Do they have lockers rooms to rent out for the day?
“Can I store my bags at the station?”
Yes. Storage in parcel check is available for $10 per bag.”
chicagounionstation.com/information/faq
I have seen also locker self storage rentals at the departure gate area. I haven’t used them myself and it’s been a while since I been to gate area, so can’t say if they still are there.
do they do bag checks??
“Where do I check and pick up my baggage?
Baggage Check is located on the Concourse level. The cost to check a bag is $10 per bag.
Baggage Claim is located in the South Concourse.
Refer to the Station Map for these locations.”
chicagounionstation.com/information/faq#:~:text=Baggage%20Check%20is%20located%20on,Station%20Map%20for%20these%20locations.
Do they id
In my personal experience, when I board a train i only was asked to show my ticket. But i cant say how each conductor or train may require.