SP+
15 min walk
from 311 S Wacker
5 min bike
via downtown streets
1176 m / 3858 ft
straight-line distance
75 places
within a 5-min walk
SP+ is a public parking facility in downtown Chicago, about 1176 m (15 min walk) from 311 South Wacker Drive. It is a surface facility, operated by SP+. A practical alternative when the 311 South Wacker garage is full.
SP+ sits in South Loop. The nearest CTA 'L' stop is Harrison (Red line), about a 5-minute walk, and Union Station's Metra and Amtrak trains are 19 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 (1176 m · ~15 min walk).
Getting to SP+
From 311 South Wacker Drive
Head southeast — it's about 1176 m on foot (15 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 5-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 19 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 Impark, 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 | 772 m | 10 min walk |
| Chicago Board of Trade | 978 m | 12 min walk |
| The Art Institute of Chicago | 986 m | 12 min walk |
| Willis Tower & Skydeck | 1251 m | 16 min walk |
| Millennium Park (Cloud Gate) | 1333 m | 17 min walk |
| Union Station | 1515 m | 19 min walk |
| Chicago Theatre | 1653 m | 21 min walk |
| Chicago Riverwalk | 1884 m | 24 min walk |
| Navy Pier | 2708 m | 34 min walk |
Everyday Essentials Near SP+
| Nearest coffee | Starbucks | 6 min walk |
| Nearest pharmacy | Walgreens | 5 min walk |
| Nearest bank branch | Bank of America | 12 min walk |
| Nearest print/ship shop | FedEx Office | 2 min walk |
| Nearest dry cleaner | Roosevelt Cleaners | 5 min walk |
Within a 5-Minute Walk of SP+
Live counts from this directory — every link is a full detail page.
- 56 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 (+52 more)
- 1 restaurants: Lou Malnati's Pizzeria
- 1 bars: Kitty O’Shea’s
- 1 attractions: The Museum of Contemporary Photography
- 4 entertainment: Getz Theater, Buddy Guy's Legends, Merle Reskin Theatre, Jazz Showcase
- 5 health & wellness: Paradise Unisex Spa, Chicago Fit Results, 105F Yoga, Elements Massage (+1 more)
- 1 pharmacies: Walgreens
- 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 SP+
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
| Impark | 801 South Wabash Avenue | 1 min from here |
| Hilton Parking | Downtown Chicago | 3 min from here |
| Plymouth Court Garage | 711 South Plymouth Court | 4 min from here |
| Auditorium Parking | 525 South Wabash Avenue | 6 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 SP+ from 311 South Wacker Drive? +
SP+ is about 1176 meters from 311 South Wacker Drive — roughly a 15-minute walk through downtown Chicago.
What is the nearest CTA 'L' station to SP+? +
The closest 'L' stop is Harrison (Red line), about 401 m away — a 5-minute walk.
Is SP+ a good option for visiting 311 South Wacker? +
At about 15 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
Impark
801 South Wabash Avenue
14 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 2bd 5 Gym Near Park Lake Museums
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Downtown 2bd Gym Near Park Lake Museums #6
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14 min from 311 S Wacker Hotels
Downtown 2bd Gym Near Park Lake Museums #4
829 South Wabash Avenue 1304
14 min from 311 S Wacker Hotels
Downtown 3bd Penthouse Lake Mich VIEWS Plus Gym #13
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