Welcome to Accessible Chicago -- Taking the guesswork out of traveling in Chicago with a wheelchair.
Our kids at Navy Pier
The memories of taking our daughter, a wheelchair user, to Chicago served as the inspiration for Accessible Chicago. As as special needs parent, I found disability travel very empowering. The trips taught me important lessons about the "degrees" of accessibility; the site is where I, and you, can share this knowledge. Our free on-line guide for people with special needs removes the stress of finding the right parking garage or a wheelchair accessible hotel in Chicago. With the second release of our site, we added new features to allow for an interactive, community-based experience. User Polling, Forums and the ability to add your own comments are just a few of the new features to help us know what matters most to you. Just browse the site, find what you need, and go enjoy Chicago!
New to the site? Our five star rating system evaluates the accessibility of an attraction. Browse the Resources and Getting Around Chicago listings to help you meet your lifestyle needs in and around Chicagoland. Also, please take a minute to Register. This way, you can post your thoughts on an attraction or share a new resource with us.
Enjoy the site, and enjoy Chicago!
Catherine Marsden
Accessible Chicago
admin@accessiblechicago.org
AC Rating
3
Summary
Pick this wheelchair accessible tour up outside the Art Institute, and go on a two hour ride through the heart of Chicago's downtown areas.
AC Rating
1
Summary
I found this Museum difficult to navigate with a wheelchair as well as expensive.
AC Rating
5
Summary
Check out this Performance at the Victory Gardens Greenhouse Theater which promotes disability cutlure and accessibility. It's part of a series of disability performances called Crip Slam in a totally accessible theater.
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AC Rating
4
Summary
We went to the Goodman Theater today to check out Dicken's A Christmas Carol. The show was terrific, and despite a few bumps along the way, were very pleased with the accessibility of the Goodman. After ordering wheelchair accomodating seating back in September, we received the tickets in the mail that read: :A seat will be removed for your convenience and accessibility. We arrived early about a half hour before the 2:00 pm. show. and had to wait 15 minutes while the Goodman staff.
AC Rating
4
Summary
Even though crowds lined up to be seated at this restaurant, the courteous waitstaff sat us immediately. With great Mexican food, hokey birthday celebrations and grande margaritas, this place is our family favorite.
AC Rating
3
Summary
Located in the Oakbrook Mall, 30 minutes west of Chicago, we found this restaurant wheelchair-friendly and the waitstaff very welcoming. You can also valet park or find accessible parking right outside the Clubhouse restaurant.
AC Rating
3
Summary
Selected for ease of access for wheelchair users, Marche at 833 W. Randolph fills the bill. You can call them at 312 226-8399.
AC Rating
4
Summary
Accessible Chicago selected the Palmer House Hilton based on a user recommendation who finds it easy to stay at this Chicago landmark because our users can check into this hotel, and find a myriad of things to do without leaving its walls, or taking a short walk out the front door of the hotel.
AC Rating
5
Summary
Sports fans with disabilities will find this attraction easy to enjoy. Park your wheelchair accessible vehicle right at the sidewalk entrance and use the VIP elevator to access great accessible seating with great views of the game.
Browse our site to find how you can make the most of your visit to Chicago. Registration at Accessible Chicago is free, and registered members are encouraged to comment on their experiences visiting Chicago area hotels and attractions. Welcome to our community.
