XXI Annual Conference of the
European Society for Population Economics
June 14-16, 2007
Department of Economics
University of Illinois at Chicago
Chicago, USA
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XXI Annual Conference of the June 14-16, 2007 |
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General Information Visiting Chicago
Here are a few helpful links to plan your visit: Chicago Information Official City of Chicago web page Chicago Convention and Tourism Bureau City Map-Welcome to Chicago! Interactive Chicago Map-Chicagos Interactive Mapping tool uses Geographic Information System technology to display roads, ward boundaries, schools, transit, and other points of interest. Customize and zoom to your area of interest. Chicago Landmarks-Map Chicago Weather Airport Information O'Hare International Airport Midway International Airport Transportation Chicago Public Transit Authority web page-Use this website to find fare costs, train and bus schedules and use their "Trip Planner" to plan travel routes within the city. Chicago Public Transit Visitor Passes-Visitor Passes allow unlimited riding on all CTA trains and buses for one low price. Purchase 1, 2, 3, 5, or 7 day passes at numerous local outlets, from vending machines at select locations or online. Taxi Cab Usage-Everything from hailing a cab to identifying the cab you're riding in. Taxi Cab Companies-Need to call a cab company? Listed here is the contact information for Chicago cab companies. Taxi Cab Fare Information-Learn how cab meters work and what destinations in Chicago have pre-determined fares. Chicago's Free Trolley System-The downtown Free Trolleys operate daily Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend. Detailed information concerning routes, stops and schedules will be posted in early May. Dining and Entertainment MetroMix.com-Find information on entertainment and dining options all over the city. Site sponsered by the Chicago Tribune. CTA-Top Trips-A list of top city sights and how to get there on the CTA. Downtown Transit Sightseeing Guide-All the information you need to start your downtown adventure! Chicago "CityPass"-Get the most out your visit with CityPass. CityPass has bundled the best ofChicago into a convenient ticket booklet complete with attraction admission tickets, map, directions, insider tips, dining options, and more! GO Chicago Card-Admission to over 25 of the best attractions, activities, and tours are included with your Go Chicago Card. Do as much as you like each day for one low, affordable price. Tailor your own custom itineraries, allowing each person to do what is most fun for them. And with unlimited flexibility, you can change your plans on the fly. Chicago Neighborhood Tours-From the iconic African American experience on the Historic Bronzeville tour, to the Old World flavor of the Ukrainian Village tour, to the exciting and eclectic neighborhoods on the Wicker Park & Bucktown tour, get an intimate look at the history, traditions and people of Chicago. Gray Line Tours-You haven't really seen this vibrant city until you take one of our Chicago tours. Choose from a wide variety of Chicago tours ranging from a few hours to a full day. Evening tours also available. Millenium Park-Find the latest information on the City's newest park. Chicago Museums-Chicago is world renowned for its amazing collection of museums. Most are open everyday, some offer free admission and many have weekly free days. Navy Pier-Historic Navy Pier is Chicago's lakefront playground. And it's the Midwest's #1 tourist and leisure destination, attracting more than 8.6 million visitors a year. 
Thank you for visiting! 2007 ESPE Local Organizers espe2007@web.econ.uic.edu |