Explore the Iconic Calder's Flamingo in Chicago

Getting There

• Train

  From Palatine Metra Station, board the Union Pacific Northwest Line train heading towards Chicago. The ride to the Ogilvie Transportation Center will take about 45 minutes. Once you arrive at Ogilvie, follow the signs to exit and transfer to the CTA 'L' trains. Take the Pink Line towards 18th, and get off at the Damen station. Transfer to the Blue Line towards O'Hare and get off at the Clark/Lake station. From there, walk east for about 10 minutes towards Dearborn St, where you will find Calder's Flamingo at 210 S Dearborn St.

• Bus

  Start at the Palatine Park District, located at 250 E Wood St. Take the Pace Bus Route 696 towards the Arlington Heights Transit Center. At Arlington Heights, transfer to the Pace Bus Route 606 towards the Rosemont station. Get off at the Central and Washington stop in Chicago. From there, walk south for about 5 minutes until you reach Calder's Flamingo located at 210 S Dearborn St.

• Bicycle

  If you prefer cycling, rent a bike from a local shop in Palatine. Head south on Northwest Highway (Route 14) towards the city. Follow the bike lanes and paths available through the forest preserves until you reach the Des Plaines River Trail. Continue south on the trail which will lead you towards downtown Chicago. Once you reach the Loop, navigate towards South Dearborn St, where Calder's Flamingo is located at 210 S Dearborn St.

• Walking

  If you're near downtown Palatine, you can walk to Calder's Flamingo. Start from the Palatine Train Station and head south on Smith St until you reach E Dundee Rd. Turn left and continue until you reach the intersection with Route 53. Cross the Route 53 overpass and continue straight until you reach a bike path that will lead you south towards Chicago. Follow the signs leading to downtown until you reach Dearborn St, where you will find Calder's Flamingo at 210 S Dearborn St.