State and Grand by BridgeStreet
21 min walk
from 311 S Wacker
7 min bike
via downtown streets
1672 m / 5486 ft
straight-line distance
81 places
within a 5-min walk
State and Grand by BridgeStreet is a hotel located at 505 North State Street, about 1672 m (21 min walk) from 311 South Wacker Drive in the heart of downtown Chicago. Its location puts the Willis Tower, Union Station, the Chicago Riverwalk and the Loop's offices, theatres and restaurants within easy reach.
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State and Grand by BridgeStreet sits in River North. The nearest CTA 'L' stop is Grand (Red) (Red line), about a 1-minute walk, and Union Station's Metra and Amtrak trains are 21 minutes away on foot — so reaching it without a car is easy.
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Map & Location
Dashed line shows the straight-line route to 311 South Wacker Drive (1672 m · ~21 min walk).
Getting to State and Grand by BridgeStreet
From 311 South Wacker Drive
Head northeast — it's about 1672 m on foot (21 min at a city pace). The dashed line on the map above shows the direction.
By 'L' Train
Ride to Grand (Red) (Red line); from the platform exit it's roughly a 1-minute walk. A Ventra card or contactless bank card works on all CTA trains and buses.
From Union Station (Metra / Amtrak)
Exit toward Jackson Boulevard and walk 21 minutes; taxis and rideshare pickups are on Canal Street.
From the Airports
O'Hare: CTA Blue line to the Loop (~45 min) or 30–60 min by car. Midway: CTA Orange line to the Loop (~25 min) or about 20–30 min by car.
If You're Driving
The nearest public garage in this directory is Hotel Parking, about 7 min away on foot — reserve ahead through a parking app for the best rate, or see the 311 S Wacker parking guide.
Walking Times to Chicago Landmarks
| Chicago Riverwalk | 442 m | 6 min walk |
| Chicago Theatre | 602 m | 8 min walk |
| Millennium Park (Cloud Gate) | 995 m | 12 min walk |
| The Art Institute of Chicago | 1313 m | 16 min walk |
| Willis Tower & Skydeck | 1507 m | 19 min walk |
| Chicago Board of Trade | 1509 m | 19 min walk |
| Navy Pier | 1589 m | 20 min walk |
| Union Station | 1720 m | 21 min walk |
| Buckingham Fountain | 1845 m | 23 min walk |
Everyday Essentials Near State and Grand by BridgeStreet
| Nearest coffee | Stan's Donuts & Coffee | 5 min walk |
| Nearest pharmacy | CVS Pharmacy | 2 min walk |
| Nearest bank branch | Chase | 4 min walk |
| Nearest public garage | Hotel Parking | 7 min walk |
| Nearest print/ship shop | FedEx Office | 3 min walk |
| Nearest dry cleaner | Shiny Cleaners | 17 min walk |
Within a 5-Minute Walk of State and Grand by BridgeStreet
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- 12 restaurants: Shaw’s Crab House, Fleming's, Pizzeria Uno, Eataly (+8 more)
- 1 cafes: Stan's Donuts & Coffee
- 8 bars: Jojo's Shake Bar, O'Callaghan's, Upstairs at Gwen, Bar Louie (+4 more)
- 6 attractions: Illinois Holocaust Museum Presents Experience360, Wendella Tours - Dock 3, Wendella Tours - Dock 4, Wendella Tours - Michigan Avenue (+2 more)
- 4 entertainment: Andy's Jazz Club & Restaurant, Bally's, AMC Dine-In 600 North Michigan 9, Celeste
- 2 health & wellness: The Skin Bar at Ulta Beauty, Ulta Beauty
- 1 banks: Chase
- 4 pharmacies: CVS Pharmacy, Walgreens, Walgreens, CVS Pharmacy
- 1 print shops: FedEx Office
- 3 corporate services: SPACE by doejo, Fort Dearborn Post Office, WeWork
The Neighborhood: River North
North of the Chicago River, River North mixes gallery-district polish with big-energy nightlife. Steakhouses, rooftop bars, design showrooms and the Merchandise Mart sit within a few minutes' walk of the Magnificent Mile's shopping.
Location Breakdown: Staying at State and Grand by BridgeStreet
- Places to eat & drink within 5 min
- 25
- Attractions within ~12 min walk
- 19
- Nearest 'L' station
- Grand (Red) · 1 min
- Union Station
- 21 min walk
- Willis Tower / Skydeck
- 19 min walk
Based on this directory's live data, this address best suits first-time visitors focused on Millennium Park and the lakefront; theatre-goers. Everything in the table is a real walking estimate at a normal city pace (~80 m/min) — no taxi required for any of it.
Good to Know: Local Tips
Timing matters in the Loop: hotel rates here swing with the convention calendar and summer festival season (June–August, peaking around Lollapalooza), while January–February and most Sundays bring the softest prices. Booking two to three weeks ahead usually beats same-week rates downtown.
Practical notes for this location: Chicago hotel bills add roughly 17% in combined taxes, most downtown properties are fully non-smoking, and valet parking typically runs high — if you're driving, compare the reserve-ahead garages in this directory before committing to the hotel's own valet.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is State and Grand by BridgeStreet from 311 South Wacker Drive? +
State and Grand by BridgeStreet is about 1672 meters from 311 South Wacker Drive — roughly a 21-minute walk through downtown Chicago.
What is the nearest CTA 'L' station to State and Grand by BridgeStreet? +
The closest 'L' stop is Grand (Red) (Red line), about 72 m away — a 1-minute walk.
How do I get to State and Grand by BridgeStreet from the airport? +
From O'Hare (ORD), take the CTA Blue line to the Loop (about 45 min) or a taxi/rideshare (30–60 min depending on traffic). From Midway (MDW), the Orange line reaches the Loop in about 25 minutes. Union Station, 21 min away on foot, serves Metra and Amtrak.
Is State and Grand by BridgeStreet close to Willis Tower? +
Yes — Willis Tower and its Skydeck are about a 19-minute walk from the hotel.
Where can I park near State and Grand by BridgeStreet? +
The nearest public garage in this directory is Hotel Parking, about 7 min away on foot. Downtown garages are cheapest when reserved in advance through parking apps.
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444 North Wabash Avenue
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Andy's Jazz Club & Restaurant
11 East Hubbard Street
20 min from 311 S Wacker Entertainment
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20 min from 311 S Wacker Restaurants
Fleming's
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23 min from 311 S Wacker Restaurants
Pizzeria Uno
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23 min from 311 S Wacker Restaurants
Jojo's Shake Bar
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19 min from 311 S Wacker Bars