For visitors coming to Chicago, the John Hancock Center is definitely a must visit. Located in the heart of Michigan Avenue, this skyscraper is 100-storey and about 1,127 feet. It is a great place to savor the spectacular vista and gaze over Chicago, Michigan and maybe even Indiana. After riding the super-fast elevator, you can enjoy 360 degree views of the entire city. If you happen to love history, then you will really appreciate the audio guide which is narrated by David Schwimmer and gives you interesting information about Chicago history.

Built in 1968, the John Hancock Center is considered to be the sixth-tallest building in the United States. Whether you are a visitor or have lived in the city all you life, if you want to enjoy the best view of Chicago, pay a visit to the John Hancock Center!

But, if you are going to drive here, make sure that you can get the right direction to the John Hancock Center's Parking Garage and find a parking space in and around the skyscraper.

The John Hancock Center only offers one parking garage for driving visitors. It's situated on floors 4 to 12 of the building with entrances off both Chestnut Street and Delaware Place. This parking garage provides full-service and it's available twenty-four hours per day, seven days per week.

It comes with 750 parking spaces for cars so there is always plenty of room for you. Better still you can ask for monthly parking when needed. When you arrive at the Center in early mornings, at nights or on weekends, discounted parking rates and specials would be offered. This enclosed garage is operated by Standard Parking. For any problems or further information, you can contact a Standard Parking representative at 312-944-5994.

Parking Information on the Official Website of the John Hancock Center

http://www.johnhancockcenterchicago.com/Index3.htm

You must know that the John Hancock Center welcomes lots of visitors every day. Especially on days for big events, the Parking Garage might be filled to capacity. If you have to find a parking lot outside the Center, the closest option counts as the Garage provided by One Magnificent Mile. It's located at 909 N Michigan Avenue, with only one ramp entrance and exit off Delaware Place. Fortunately, it opens 24 hours per day, 7 days per week as well. If needed, valet parking would be offered for daily as well as monthly parkers. This garage is managed by System Parking and you can call them at 312-943-7200.

Another nearby parking garage operated by System Parking is placed at 163 E Walton Place. It is a little far away from the Center but perfect for visitors who accommodate at the Millennium Knickerbocker Hotel. Entrance and exit of this garage can be found off Walton Place. Opening 24 hours every day, it also offers valet parking service for parkers. For more information, you can visit systemparking.com or call 312-876-7566.

Besides, there are also a couple of parking lots and garages located along Pearson Street and Chestnut Street. They are just one or two blocks away from the John Hancock Center. If you don't mind walking several miles, you can also choose to park in these parking garages. To make sure parking space is available, you can visit the chicagoparkingmap.com to find all the parking options around the Center and make several phone calls to get the latest information about parking availability.

Various Parking Options You Can Find around the Center

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If you prefer to take public transportation, there are lots of options for you as well. (1) Subway trains are quick means to get there. Just remember to get off when you arrive at the State Street station. This station is within a short walk distance of the John Hancock Center. Other subway lines are also available. You can check out detailed information on transitchicago.com.

(2) Visitors from the city's North or South side can take advantage of local buses. Both the No. 151 and 157 buses would take you there. Plus, No. 145, 146 and 147 express routes will transport you to a stop which is about a block away from the Center.

(3) Better still, there are a number of direct shuttles that serve Metro rail commuters arriving at Chicago Union Station, Clybourn Station and so on. They are nonstop shuttles and would reach the John Hancock Center within 20 minutes.