Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Park Ridge travel guide

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You're Going to Love Park Ridge

With a population of 37.480, Park Ridge is a must-see destination in Illinois, United States. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Park Ridge has to offer.

Where to Eat in Park Ridge

If you’re looking for affordable options, Shakou Park Ridge (130 South Prospect Avenue) and Blufish Sushi Bistro - Park Ridge (550 W Touhy Ave) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Thalaiva's Indian Kitchen (110 S Prospect Ave) and Mughal The Biryani House (Mughal The Biryani House) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Park Ridge.

When to visit Park Ridge

Park Ridge in October
Estimated hotel price
$55
1 night at 3-star hotel
Park Ridge in October
Estimated hotel price
$55
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Park Ridge

Plane

When flying to Park Ridge, you’ll arrive at Chicago O'Hare Airport (ORD), which is located 6 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Park Ridge include American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Cathay Pacific. The shortest domestic flight to Park Ridge departs from Atlanta and takes around 2h 03m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Park Ridge. The train journey from Park Ridge to Milwaukee takes 1h 31m and costs around $21 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bloomington, expect to pay about $13 for a 2h 19m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Park Ridge is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 23 km from Park Ridge. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Park Ridge, including Amtrak, Greyhound and Bus. From Champaign, the bus ride to Park Ridge takes 217 km and will cost you around $250. From Monona, the ticket costs about $86 for a journey of 338 km.

Plane

When flying to Park Ridge, you’ll arrive at Chicago O'Hare Airport (ORD), which is located 6 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Park Ridge include American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Cathay Pacific. The shortest domestic flight to Park Ridge departs from Atlanta and takes around 2h 03m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Park Ridge. The train journey from Park Ridge to Milwaukee takes 1h 31m and costs around $21 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bloomington, expect to pay about $13 for a 2h 19m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Park Ridge is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 23 km from Park Ridge. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Park Ridge, including Amtrak, Greyhound and Bus. From Champaign, the bus ride to Park Ridge takes 217 km and will cost you around $250. From Monona, the ticket costs about $86 for a journey of 338 km.

Airports near Park Ridge

MKEMilwaukee-Mitchell
SBNSouth Bend/Michiana

Airlines serving Park Ridge

Lufthansa
Good (7,054 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,337 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,852 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,940 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,448 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,701 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,221 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,567 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,264 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,984 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,921 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,077 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (7,966 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,287 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,321 reviews)
Hawaiian Airlines
Good (2,418 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (855 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,466 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Park Ridge

Most booked hotels in Park Ridge

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Chicago Marriott Suites O'Hare
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 582 reviews)
$184+
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DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport - Rosemont
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 727 reviews)
$159+
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Hyatt Regency Ohare Chicago
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 2311 reviews)
$123+
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Crowne Plaza Chicago O'Hare Hotel & Conference Center
3 stars
Good (7.9, 2295 reviews)
$125+
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Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport
4 stars
Good (7.3, 3626 reviews)
$231+
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Motel 6 Elk Grove Village - O'Hare
2 stars
Good (7.3, 2148 reviews)
$54+
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Renting a car in Park Ridge

Renting a car in Park Ridge costs $66 per day, on average, or $263 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 19% more expensive than at Chicago O'Hare Intl.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Park Ridge (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Park Ridge is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Kia Seltos or similar) are, on average, 77% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Park Ridge costs $66 per day, on average, or $263 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 19% more expensive than at Chicago O'Hare Intl.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Park Ridge (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Park Ridge is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Kia Seltos or similar) are, on average, 77% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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