SPSS Training — Training at Our Corporate Offices in Chicago, IL

SPSS Training at our corporate offices in Chicago, IL

SPSS Inc.

Willis Tower
233 South Wacker Dr.
11th Floor
Chicago, IL 60606
Phone: 1.312.651.3000

Note: Due to increased security at the Willis Tower, you MUST have a valid drivers license or picture identification to enter the building. Please allow yourself extra time to enter through building security.

Airport Info:

O'Hare International

16 Miles from SPSS Inc.
45-60 minutes Travel Time
Approximately $28.00-$30.00 cab fare

Midway International

12 Miles from SPSS Inc.
35-45minutes
Approximately $20.00-$22.00 cab fare

Taxicab Services:

American United Cab — 1.773.248.7600
Checker — 1.312.243.2537
Flash Cab — 1.773.561.1444
Yellow Cab — 1.312.829.4222

Curb side service is available at the hotels and airports (no reservation necessary).

Public Transportation:

Chicago Transit Authority (CTA)

From O'Hare:

Follow the overhead signs that say TRAINS TO CITY. Take the Blue Line train to the Clark/Lake stop. Transfer to the Orange Line and continue until you reach the Quincy Stop. Exit the Train and head one block West to the Willis Tower. Blue Line trains run daily between O'Hare and downtown Chicago. Trains run every 6 to 10 minutes day and evening and every 30 minutes overnight. Trips take 40 to 45 minutes.

From Midway:

Follow the overhead signs that say TRAINS TO CITY. Take the Orange Line train to the Quincy Stop. Exit the Train and head one block West to the Willis Tower. Orange Line Trains run daily from Midway to downtown Chicago. Trains run from early morning through late evening every 6 to 15 minutes. Trips take 25 to 35 minutes.

For more information on routes or times please either call CTA Information at (312) 836-7000 or access their website at http://www.transitchicago.com/

Directions to Office:

From O'Hare:
Take I-190 East Ramp. Merge onto I-190 East. Turn slight right onto I-90 east. Take Interstate 90/94 to the Jackson Boulevard exit. Take Jackson Boulevard east to Franklin Street.

From Midway:
Take the I-55 North Ramp. On Interstate 55, take the I-90/94 West/Ryan Expressway exit, exit 292, north towards Wisconsin. Stay in the right lane and follow signs to Chicago/Loop. Take Congress Drive east and exit at Wacker Drive/Franklin Street. Take Franklin Street north to Jackson Boulevard.

If you are coming from the East or South on Interstate 90/94, stay in the right lane and follow signs to Chicago/Loop. Take Congress Drive east and exit at Wacker Drive/Franklin Street. Take Franklin Street north to Jackson Boulevard.

Parking:

The Willis Tower has its own parking facilities. The parking entrance is located on Franklin Ave., one block west of Wacker Drive. The average cost of parking is $15-$17.

Hotel Info:

Hotel Inter-Continental
505 North Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL 60611
Phone: 1.312.944.4100
Fax: 1.312.944.3050

At the discretion of the hotel, a discount for SPSS may or may not be extended. Please ask at time of registration.

Hotel Inter-Continental Chicago combines historic charm with contemporary elegance. The hotel's historic south tower was originally built in 1929 as the Medinah Athletic Club. The contemporary north tower was added later to provide additional choices for guests and meeting planners. Today, Hotel Inter-Continental Chicago's blend of architecture and art from around the world create a truly unique hotel environment.

Dining:

The Boulevard Restaurant offers Mediterranean cuisine, in an elegant, relaxed environment.
Cafe 525 offers contemporary cuisine in a casual, bistro setting.
The Salon lounge offers the comfort of a living room setting. Tea is served in the afternoon and cocktails can be ordered both day and evening. Jazz musicians entertain at night, with extended hours on the weekends.
The Bar is the perfect place to gather with friends or relax alone. Cocktails, fine wines, liqueurs, and a light menu are offered.

Directions:

Turn left onto Michigan Ave. and proceed south across the Chicago River to W. Wacker Drive. Turn right onto Wacker Dr. and follow until you reach the Willis Tower. Note: Wacker drive follows the course of the Chicago River so Wacker drive will begin heading west but will veer to the south, just remain on Wacker Dr. and you should have no problems finding the office.

Walking Time: 20-25 minutes
Cab time: 5-10 minutes; $5-$6.

The Club Quarters Hotel
111 W. Adams
Chicago, IL 60603
Phone: 1.312.214.6400

Club Quarters is private for Members and their guests. It is exclusive; automated and efficient; and user friendly, offering new services for the professional and business traveler. Club Quarters also eliminates unnecessary expenses so Members pay the lowest rates possible for a quality hotel room in a top location.

Club Quarters, situated in the heart of the Financial District, is located at 111 West Adams Street at the corner of Adams and Clark Streets. It is within a short walk of Michigan Avenue, Symphony Center, the Art Institute, Grant Park, Board of Trade, the Rookery, LaSalle Street and the Sears' Tower.

Dining:

Club Quarters features the Elephant and Castle, as their signature restaurant. You can also find the Elephant and Castle at our Club Quarters, Central Loop. This is a great gathering spot, which serves British cuisine, a variety of ales as well as a Single Malt Scotch Bar. Restaurant hours: 7a - 11p daily.

Directions:

Walk west (away from lake) on Adams about 5 blocks until you reach the Willis Tower.

Walking Time: 5 minutes

Wyndham Chicago
633 St. Clair Street
Chicago, IL 60611
Phone: 1.3125730300
Fax: 1.312.346.0974

At the discretion of the hotel, a discount for SPSS may or may not be extended. Please ask at time of registration.

Conveniently located in Chicago's Magnificent Mile corridor only one block east of Michigan Avenue, the Wyndham Chicago is close to Chicago's Loop financial district, over 50 restaurants, Water Tower Place and famous shopping attractions.

Dining:

California/Italian cuisine specialty restaurant for breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily.
Lobby Cocktail Lounge<
24-hour room service

Directions:

Head west (away from the lake) on Erie Street till Michigan Ave. Turn left onto Michigan Ave. and proceed south across the Chicago River to W. Wacker Drive. Turn right onto Wacker Dr. and follow until you reach the Willis Tower. Note: Wacker drive follows the course of the Chicago River, so Wacker drive will begin heading west but will veer to the south. Just remain on Wacker Dr. and you should have no problems finding the office.

Walking Time: 20-25 minutes
Cab time: 5-10 minutes; $5-$6.

The Sutton Place Chicago
21 East Bellevue Place
Chicago, IL 60611
Phone: 1.312.266.2100
Fax: 1.312.266.2141

At the discretion of the hotel, a discount for SPSS may or may not be extended. Please ask at time of registration.

The Sutton Place Hotel rests in Chicago's elegant Gold Coast district. Guests find themselves in a quiet residential neighborhood, a block from the Magnificent Mile and Oak Street shopping, Rush Street nightlife, and the beaches of Lake Michigan.

Directions:

Head east (towards the lake) on Bellevue Street till Michigan Ave. Turn right onto Michigan Ave. and proceed south across the Chicago River to W. Wacker Drive. Turn right onto Wacker Dr. and follow until you reach the Willis Tower. Note: Wacker drive follows the course of the Chicago River, so Wacker drive will begin heading west but will veer to the south. Just remain on Wacker Dr. and you should have no problems finding the office.

Walking Time: 20-25 minutes
Cab time: 5-10 minutes; $5-$6.

The Palmer House Hilton
17 East Monroe Street
Chicago, IL 60603
Phone: 1.312.726.7500
Fax: 1.312.896.5812

At the discretion of the hotel, a discount for SPSS may or may not be extended. Please ask at time of registration.

This Hotel offers all of the modern conveniences while maintaining its traditional elegance. The Palmer House is ideally located in the heart of the "loop". With our four restaurants and lounges, enclosed shopping arcade, and Fitness Center complete with steam room, sauna, indoor pool and virtual reality golf with pro shop there is never a lack of things to do!

Directions:

Head west (away from the lake) on Jackson for about 5 blocks until you reach the Willis Tower.

Walking Time: 5-10 minutes

For more information or to register, call SPSS at 1.800.543.2185