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Are you visiting CIERA as a researcher, speaker, or collaborator?

Please peruse the information on this page to learn more about what to expect, and how to prepare for your stay.

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We recommend O’Hare International Airport for its convenience to Northwestern University’s Evanston campus. You are welcome to fly into Midway Airport, but it is about 15 minutes farther away from Evanston than O’Hare.

Order Taxi PREFERRED Pre-order online, or call 847-673-1000 from airport as soon as you deplane. Company will text taxi number to you (please only take that taxi). Drivers are waiting nearby, and will proceed to terminal to meet you. Ask for the flat rate to Evanston.	Estimate Fare UberX is also an option for visitors. Please bear in mind that deluxe rides/surge pricing may not be fully reimbursable per Northwestern University policy.	Estimate Fare Standard Lyfts are another option for visitors. Please bear in mind that deluxe rides/surge pricing may not be fully reimbursable per Northwestern University policy.

 CIERA is located on Floor 8 of the 1800 Sherman Avenue building.

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On Campus

CAMPUS PARKING MAP

Weekdays 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
If your visit to CIERA is supported and you are driving to campus for the day, please request a parking permit at least two weeks in advance. We will mail it to you. When you arrive, look for a surface lot that allows the Yellow Visitor Parking Permit. Leave plenty of time, as lots fill quickly.

The South Campus Garage is a 10-15 minute walk and requires a different permit upon exit. If you park in a campus garage, we will exchange your Yellow Permit for a garage pass that you will insert when you exit.

After 4:00 PM and Weekends
Campus parking is free, with no permits or passes required, in surface lots and garages.

Off Campus

CITY PARKING INFORMATION

The closest City of Evanston parking garage is the 1800 Maple Avenue Self Park. Directions from Maple Garage to CIERA.

Hotel Valet

If your visit to CIERA is supported and you are driving to an Evanston hotel, please ask us to request that the hotel add your overnight parking to your bill.

For a small fare, experience Chicago’s public transportation options. Tickets can be purchased in-station and in-app.

CTA Bus & ‘L’ Trains

Nearest Major Stops |

Purple Line – Davis
Bus – Davis

Metra Commuter Train

Nearest Major Stop | Davis Street UP-N Station

Pace Bus

Nearest Major Stop | Davis

You should know in advance if your trip to CIERA is being reimbursed. To submit for reimbursement, you will need to:

• Fill out a Visitor’s Travel and Expense Form
• Send pdf of completed form and copies of all itemized receipts to:

ciera@northwestern.edu
OR
CIERA Information Coordinator
1800 Sherman Avenue, Floor 8
Evanston, IL 60201

Our Information Coordinator will be able to assist with any questions relating to visit reimbursements.