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Loyola Area Guide

Photo shows students walking by Damen Hall with Red Line platform in the background.

 

The Loyola University Chicago Lake Shore Campus is located in the heart of Chicago's Rogers Park neighborhood and our Water Tower Campus is located in Chicago's Gold Coast neighborhood. The university also has institutes and centers in Maywood and Vernon Hills.

With our various campuses and many unique neighborhoods, museums, parks, and cultural centers located throughout Chicago; you'll love exploring the city. 

Living in Chicago, you'll never run out of new and interesting places to explore. There are so many people, places, and possibilities that make Chicago a great place to live and learn. Explore More  |  Explore Safely

Getting Around Chicago

By Campus Shuttle: Campus Transportation operates an intercampus shuttle between the Lake Shore Campus and Water Tower Campus.

By Public Transit: The CTA (Chicago Transit Authority) operates train and bus systems that will take you almost anywhere in the city. Full-time students receive a CTA U-Pass, which provides unlimited train and bus fare during most academic terms.

By Bicycle: For students interested in biking around campus and in Chicago, there is plenty of bicycle parking available on campus. Don't have your own bike? No problem. Divvy Bikes is a city-wide bicycle sharing program, which offers a discount membership for Loyola students. You can also rent a bicycle on campus through ChainLinks, Loyola's student run one-stop bicycle shop. ChainLinks also offers bicycle repairs and service.

By Car: With so many convenient, cost effective, and efficient transportation options, most students find that they do not need a car on campus. Students who wish to park on campus, may purchase a permit through Campus Transportation. Parking on campus is limited and is not available at all halls.

Local Shopping

There are many shopping options near our Lake Shore and Water Tower Campuses. We've compiled a list of some common shopping locations below.

Category

Lake Shore Campus

Water Tower Campus

Groceries Devon Market
1440 W. Devon Avenue
6 blocks west on Devon
Whole Foods
30 W. Huron Street
CTA Red Line - Chicago
Aldi
6221 N. Broadway Street
CTA Red Line - Granville
Trader Joe's
44 E. Ontario Street
West of Michigan Avenue
Super Stores Target
4466 N Broadway Street
CTA Red Line - Wilson
Target
1154 S. Clark Street
CTA Red Line - Roosevelt
Hardware Clark - Devon Hardware
6401 N. Clark Street
CTA Red Line - Loyola
Gordon's Ace Hardware
440 N. Orleans Street
CTA Red Line - Grand
Home Bed Bath & Beyond
2838 N. Broadway
CTA Purple Line - Diversey
Bed Bath & Beyond
530 N. State Street
CTA Red Line - Chicago
School Supplies Office Depot
6165 N. Lincoln Avenue
Office Depot
352 W. Grand Avenue
CTA Red Line - Grand
Information above is not an endorsement of businesses listed.

Nearby Hotels and Lodging

While the Department of Residence Life does not offer guest housing, you can find accommodations near our Lake Shore and Water Tower Campuses.

Hotels and Lodging Near Campus

Hampton Inn - Chicago North/Loyola Station

(Loyola's Preferred Hotel Provider - located steps from the Lake Shore Campus)
1209 W. Albion Avenue
Chicago, IL 60626
312.265.5800

Located across the street from the Loyola Lake Shore Campus, accessible by public transit.

The Flats at Loyola Station

1216 W. Arthur Avenue
Chicago, IL 60626
312.450.0200

Located across the street from the Loyola Lake Shore Campus, accessible by public transit.

Loyola Conference Services Guest Housing

26 E. Pearson Street
Chicago, IL 60611

Located on the Loyola Water Tower Campus in Baumhart Hall, accessible by public transit.

Holiday Inn Chicago North - Evanston

(Use the link to receive a Loyola Preferred Rate)
1501 Sherman Avenue
Evanston, Illinois 60201
800.465.4329 or 847.491.6400

Located 15 minutes north of the Loyola Lake Shore Campus, accessible by public transit.

Hilton Orrington/Evanston

1710 Orrington Avenue
Evanston, Illinois 60201
847.866.8700

Located 15 minutes north of the Loyola Lake Shore Campus, accessible by public transit.

North Shore Doubletree

9599 Skokie Boulevard
Skokie, Illinois 60077
847.679.7000

Located 30 minutes west of the Loyola Lake Shore Campus, accessible by limited public transit.

Hilton Garden Inn

1818 Maple Avenue
Evanston, Illinois 60201
847.475.6400

Located 15 minutes north of the Loyola Lake Shore Campus, accessible by public transit.

The Talbott Hotel

20 East Delaware Place
Chicago, IL 60611
312.944.4970

Located 2 blocks north of the Loyola Water Tower Campus, accessible by public transit.

Information above is not an endorsement of hotels listed.   |   For availability and pricing, please contact hotels directly.   |   Additional listings available through Conference Services

Local Hospitals

There are several Hospitals located near both the Lake Shore and Water Tower Campuses. For non-emergent medical needs and/or counseling services, students may visit the Loyola University Chicago Wellness Center.

Near Lake Shore Campus

Near Water Tower Campus

 

The Loyola University Chicago Lake Shore Campus is located in the heart of Chicago's Rogers Park neighborhood and our Water Tower Campus is located in Chicago's Gold Coast neighborhood. The university also has institutes and centers in Maywood and Vernon Hills.

With our various campuses and many unique neighborhoods, museums, parks, and cultural centers located throughout Chicago; you'll love exploring the city. 

Living in Chicago, you'll never run out of new and interesting places to explore. There are so many people, places, and possibilities that make Chicago a great place to live and learn. Explore More  |  Explore Safely

Getting Around Chicago

By Campus Shuttle: Campus Transportation operates an intercampus shuttle between the Lake Shore Campus and Water Tower Campus.

By Public Transit: The CTA (Chicago Transit Authority) operates train and bus systems that will take you almost anywhere in the city. Full-time students receive a CTA U-Pass, which provides unlimited train and bus fare during most academic terms.

By Bicycle: For students interested in biking around campus and in Chicago, there is plenty of bicycle parking available on campus. Don't have your own bike? No problem. Divvy Bikes is a city-wide bicycle sharing program, which offers a discount membership for Loyola students. You can also rent a bicycle on campus through ChainLinks, Loyola's student run one-stop bicycle shop. ChainLinks also offers bicycle repairs and service.

By Car: With so many convenient, cost effective, and efficient transportation options, most students find that they do not need a car on campus. Students who wish to park on campus, may purchase a permit through Campus Transportation. Parking on campus is limited and is not available at all halls.

Local Shopping

There are many shopping options near our Lake Shore and Water Tower Campuses. We've compiled a list of some common shopping locations below.

Category

Lake Shore Campus

Water Tower Campus

Groceries Devon Market
1440 W. Devon Avenue
6 blocks west on Devon
Whole Foods
30 W. Huron Street
CTA Red Line - Chicago
Aldi
6221 N. Broadway Street
CTA Red Line - Granville
Trader Joe's
44 E. Ontario Street
West of Michigan Avenue
Super Stores Target
4466 N Broadway Street
CTA Red Line - Wilson
Target
1154 S. Clark Street
CTA Red Line - Roosevelt
Hardware Clark - Devon Hardware
6401 N. Clark Street
CTA Red Line - Loyola
Gordon's Ace Hardware
440 N. Orleans Street
CTA Red Line - Grand
Home Bed Bath & Beyond
2838 N. Broadway
CTA Purple Line - Diversey
Bed Bath & Beyond
530 N. State Street
CTA Red Line - Chicago
School Supplies Office Depot
6165 N. Lincoln Avenue
Office Depot
352 W. Grand Avenue
CTA Red Line - Grand
Information above is not an endorsement of businesses listed.

Nearby Hotels and Lodging

While the Department of Residence Life does not offer guest housing, you can find accommodations near our Lake Shore and Water Tower Campuses.

Information above is not an endorsement of hotels listed.   |   For availability and pricing, please contact hotels directly.   |   Additional listings available through Conference Services

Local Hospitals

There are several Hospitals located near both the Lake Shore and Water Tower Campuses. For non-emergent medical needs and/or counseling services, students may visit the Loyola University Chicago Wellness Center.

Near Lake Shore Campus

Near Water Tower Campus