Getting to Evanston
Directions
Click here for an interactive map of Evanston and the surrounding area.
Coming from Wisconsin? Check out the ICC's web site for directions.
Getting to the Race
See Getting Around in Evanston on Race Day for a map of the course, including nearby train stops, street closings and parking lots.
Ride Your Bike!
It is a day to celebrate cycling after all! Plenty of places are available where you can secure your bicycle throughout the downtown area. The City of Evanston also offers bike parking in the Sherman Plaza parking deck (enter from Davis St. or Benson Ave.).Coming from Chicago? Check out this map to get to downtown Evanston from the north end of the Lake Shore Bike Path.
Take a Train!
Both CTA and Metra stations are just two blocks from the heart of the action at Fountain Square.
- CTA: Purple Line, Evanston Express to Davis Street Station
- Metra: Union Pacific North Line (Chicago/Kenosha) to Davis Street Station
Drive Your Car
Downtown Evanston features several public parking garages for your convenience. Most garages — as well as all metered spots — are free on Sunday.
Staying in Evanston, Illinois
The Hilton Garden Inn Evanston is located in the heart of downtown Evanston, walking distance to dining, shopping, entertainment, and public transportation to access downtown Chicago. The official host hotel of the NorthShore University HealthSystem Grand Prix, the Hilton Garden Inn Evanston is located at 1818 Maple Avenue, just two blocks northwest from the course.
Make your reservations by calling 1.800. HILTONS
and requesting the special room rate for the
"NorthShore Grand Prix."
Photo by evanston photographic studios