Impark
14 min walk
from 311 S Wacker
4 min bike
via downtown streets
1121 m / 3678 ft
straight-line distance
75 places
within a 5-min walk
Impark is a public parking facility at 801 South Wabash Avenue, about 1121 m (14 min walk) from 311 South Wacker Drive. It is a multi-storey facility, operated by Impark. A practical alternative when the 311 South Wacker garage is full.
Impark sits in South Loop. The nearest CTA 'L' stop is Harrison (Red line), about a 4-minute walk, and Union Station's Metra and Amtrak trains are 18 minutes away on foot — so reaching it without a car is easy.
Map & Location
Dashed line shows the straight-line route to 311 South Wacker Drive (1121 m · ~14 min walk).
Getting to Impark
From 311 South Wacker Drive
Head southeast — it's about 1121 m on foot (14 min at a city pace). The dashed line on the map above shows the direction.
By 'L' Train
Ride to Harrison (Red line); from the platform exit it's roughly a 4-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 18 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 SP+, about 1 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
| Buckingham Fountain | 714 m | 9 min walk |
| The Art Institute of Chicago | 900 m | 11 min walk |
| Chicago Board of Trade | 907 m | 11 min walk |
| Willis Tower & Skydeck | 1188 m | 15 min walk |
| Millennium Park (Cloud Gate) | 1247 m | 16 min walk |
| Union Station | 1463 m | 18 min walk |
| Chicago Theatre | 1565 m | 20 min walk |
| Chicago Riverwalk | 1798 m | 22 min walk |
| Navy Pier | 2636 m | 33 min walk |
Everyday Essentials Near Impark
| Nearest coffee | Starbucks | 6 min walk |
| Nearest pharmacy | CVS Pharmacy | 6 min walk |
| Nearest bank branch | Bank of America | 11 min walk |
| Nearest print/ship shop | FedEx Office | 1 min walk |
| Nearest dry cleaner | Roosevelt Cleaners | 4 min walk |
Within a 5-Minute Walk of Impark
Live counts from this directory — every link is a full detail page.
- 54 hotels: Downtown 3bd near Park Museums #7, Downtown 9bd - Sleep 18 - (4 units, same floor), Downtown 2bd 5 Gym near Park Lake Museums, Downtown 2bd Gym near Park Lake Museums #6 (+50 more)
- 3 restaurants: Lou Malnati's Pizzeria, Wingstop, Forno Mauri
- 1 bars: Kitty O’Shea’s
- 1 attractions: The Museum of Contemporary Photography
- 4 entertainment: Buddy Guy's Legends, Merle Reskin Theatre, Getz Theater, Jazz Showcase
- 5 health & wellness: Paradise Unisex Spa, Chicago Fit Results, 105F Yoga, Knuckleheads Boxing & Family Fitness (+1 more)
- 1 dry cleaners: Roosevelt Cleaners
- 2 print shops: FedEx Office, The UPS Store
The Neighborhood: South Loop
The South Loop stretches from the railroad-era warehouses of Printers Row down to the Museum Campus, where the Field Museum, Shedd Aquarium and Adler Planetarium line the lakefront. Grant Park, live-music clubs and student energy from nearby colleges give it a relaxed, local feel.
Staying Overnight? Hotels Near Impark
The closest guest-rated hotels to this spot — live photos and ratings via Booking.com.
★ 9.5/10 · 2 reviews · 1 min walk from here
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★ 6/10 · 1 reviews · 1 min walk from here
Check RatesIf This Garage Is Full — Alternatives
| SP+ | Downtown Chicago | 1 min from here |
| Hilton Parking | Downtown Chicago | 2 min from here |
| Plymouth Court Garage | 711 South Plymouth Court | 4 min from here |
| Auditorium Parking | 525 South Wabash Avenue | 5 min from here |
Good to Know: Local Tips
Downtown Chicago parking is almost always cheaper reserved ahead through an app than driven up — often by half. Watch event pricing on Bears, Bulls and festival days, check your garage's clearance if you drive an SUV, and remember Lower Wacker entrances can be easy to miss on a first pass.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Impark from 311 South Wacker Drive? +
Impark is about 1121 meters from 311 South Wacker Drive — roughly a 14-minute walk through downtown Chicago.
What is the nearest CTA 'L' station to Impark? +
The closest 'L' stop is Harrison (Red line), about 325 m away — a 4-minute walk.
Is Impark a good option for visiting 311 South Wacker? +
At about 14 minutes on foot from 311 South Wacker Drive, it can be a solid backup when the building's own garage (262 spaces, entrances on Lower Wacker and Franklin) is full — compare rates before you drive in.
More Parking Garages & Lots Nearby
SP+
Downtown Chicago
15 min from 311 S Wacker
Hilton Parking
Downtown Chicago
13 min from 311 S Wacker
Plymouth Court Garage
711 South Plymouth Court
10 min from 311 S Wacker
Auditorium Parking
525 South Wabash Avenue
12 min from 311 S Wacker
430 S Clark Street
430 South Clark Street
6 min from 311 S Wacker
Grant Park South Garage
325 South Michigan Avenue
13 min from 311 S Wacker
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Downtown 9bd - Sleep 18 - (4 Units, Same Floor)
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Downtown 2bd 5 Gym Near Park Lake Museums
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Downtown 2bd Gym Near Park Lake Museums #6
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Downtown 2bd Gym Near Park Lake Museums #4
829 South Wabash Avenue 1304
14 min from 311 S Wacker Hotels
Le Méridien Essex
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