Promontory Point: A Serene Oasis in the Heart of Chicago

Getting There

• Car

  If you're driving to Promontory Point from anywhere in River Bend, start by getting onto IL-96 N or IL-34 E. Follow IL-34 E until you reach US-67 N. Merge onto US-67 N and continue for approximately 29 miles. Take the exit for I-55 N towards Chicago. Merge onto I-55 N, then take exit 292B for I-90 W/I-94 W towards Wisconsin. Continue on I-90 W/I-94 W, and follow signs for S Lake Shore Dr. Take the exit towards 57th St and merge onto S Lake Shore Dr. Continue on S Lake Shore Dr until you reach 5491 S Dusable Lk Shr Dr, where Promontory Point is located. There may be parking available nearby, but be aware that it might incur a fee depending on the time of day.

• Public Transportation

  To reach Promontory Point using public transportation, start by taking the local bus from River Bend to the nearest train station. You can take the 411 bus to the Metra line station. From there, board the Metra train heading towards Chicago Union Station. Once you reach Union Station, transfer to the CTA Red Line subway and ride it towards 95th/Dan Ryan. Get off at the 47th Street station and transfer to the #4 Cottage Grove bus heading south. Get off at the 55th Street stop, then walk east towards the lake until you reach 5491 S Dusable Lk Shr Dr. Make sure to check the local transit schedules for any potential fare costs and the latest travel times.