Chicago Avenue Pumping Station, Chicago

Name: Chicago Avenue Pumping Station
Address: Chicago, United States

#377 among attractions in Chicago

Gothic Revival architecture, Tower

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The Chicago Avenue Pumping Station is a historic district contributing property in the Old Chicago Water Tower District landmark district. It is located on Michigan Avenue along the Magnificent Mile shopping district in the Near North Side community area of Chicago, Illinois. It is on the east side of Michigan Avenue opposite the Chicago Water Tower. ()

Architectural style: Gothic revivalCapacity: 250Coordinates: 41°53'50"N, 87°37'25"W

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Downtown (Near North Side)Chicago United States

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Chicago Avenue Pumping Station – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Magnificent Mile, Michigan Avenue, Oak Street, John Hancock Center.

~1000 ftS
Shopping, Shopping district
Magnificent Mile, Chicago
5 min walk • The Magnificent Mile, often referred to simply as The Mag Mile, is a prestigious stretch of Michigan Avenue in Chicago that runs from the Chicago River to Oak Street in the Near North Side. Known as one of the great avenues of the world, this shopping district is famed...
~260 ftSW
Street, Shopping, Shopping district
Michigan Avenue, Chicago
2 min walk • Michigan Avenue, often referred to as The Magnificent Mile, is an iconic boulevard in the heart of Chicago, United States, renowned for its vibrant shopping district. This prestigious segment of the avenue, running from the Chicago River to Oak Street, boasts an...
~1450 ftNW
Shopping, Shopping district
Oak Street, Chicago
7 min walk • Oak Street, though much less famous than its Parisian counterpart, is one of the most prestigious streets in Chicago, known primarily for its exclusive shopping. Located in close proximity to the Gold Coast, one of the city's wealthiest neighborhoods, Oak Street offers...
~520 ftN
Sky-high city views from 94th-floor deck
John Hancock Center, Chicago
3 min walk • Rising above the skyline of Chicago, the John Hancock Center is an iconic skyscraper that has become synonymous with the city's architectural grandeur. Completed in 1969, this towering structure stands at an impressive 1,128 feet (344 meters), making it one of the...
~240 ftW
Art gallery inside a historic landmark
Chicago Water Tower, Chicago
2 min walk • The Chicago Water Tower stands as a historic landmark in the heart of Chicago, Illinois. This iconic structure, with its Gothic Revival style, is one of the few buildings that survived the Great Chicago Fire of 1871. The tower's distinct appearance, resembling a...
~1340 ftSW
Museum, Art museum, History museum
Driehaus Museum, Chicago
7 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Chicago's affluent Gold Coast neighborhood, the Driehaus Museum offers a glimpse into the gilded age opulence of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Housed in the meticulously restored Nickerson Mansion, completed in 1883, the museum is a...
~620 ftE
Museum, Art museum, Modern art museum
Museum of Contemporary Art, Chicago
4 min walk • The Museum of Contemporary Art (MCA) in Chicago, United States, is a premier destination for art enthusiasts and a pivotal venue for modern art in the region. Founded in 1967, the museum has established itself as a center for thought-provoking exhibitions...
~1200 ftW
Gothic Revival architecture, Church, Architecture
Holy Name Cathedral, Chicago
6 min walk • Holy Name Cathedral in Chicago, Illinois is the seat of the Archdiocese of Chicago, one of the largest Roman Catholic dioceses in the United States. The current Archbishop of Chicago is Cardinal Blase J. Cupich.
~740 ftNW
Gothic Revival architecture, Church, Sacred and religious sites
Fourth Presbyterian Church, Chicago
4 min walk • The Fourth Presbyterian Church of Chicago is one of the largest congregations of the Presbyterian Church, located in the Magnificent Mile neighborhood of Chicago, directly across Michigan Avenue from the John Hancock Center.
~1190 ftSW
Gothic Revival architecture, Church, Concerts and shows
St. James Cathedral, Chicago
6 min walk • St. James Cathedral is the mother church of the Episcopal Church in the United States of America Diocese of Chicago in Chicago, Illinois. The cathedral stands at the corner of Huron and Wabash streets.
~440 ftNE
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
Sports Museum, Chicago
3 min walk • The Chicago Sports Museum is a 23,000-square-foot museum located along the Magnificent Mile at the Water Tower Place mall in Chicago.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Chicago Avenue Pumping Station?

Nearby attractions include Old Chicago Water Tower District, Chicago (1 min walk), Chicago Water Tower, Chicago (2 min walk), Michigan Avenue, Chicago (2 min walk), Olympia Centre, Chicago (2 min walk).

How to get to Chicago Avenue Pumping Station by public transport?

The nearest stations to Chicago Avenue Pumping Station:

Bus

Michigan & Pearson • Lines: 10, 125, 143, 146, 147, 148, 151 (2 min walk)
Michigan & Chicago • Lines: 10, 125, 26, 3, 850, 851, 855 (2 min walk)

Metro

Chicago • Lines: Red (7 min walk)
Grand • Lines: Red (12 min walk)

Train

Millennium Station (23 min walk)
Ogilvie Transportation Center (33 min walk)