How much does parking cost at a Cubs game?
Expect $40 to $60 per day for lots and garages near Wrigley Field on game days, and they fill early. Street parking in Wrigleyville is residential-permit only on most blocks. Guests staying at Double Play at Wrigley park free: every night of your stay includes one residential street-parking pass, which would otherwise cost more than some hotel rooms on a game weekend. Everyone else is usually happier skipping the car: the Addison Red Line station drops you directly at the ballpark.
What is the best way to get to Wrigley Field without a car?
Take the CTA Red Line to Addison: the station exit is at the ballpark. From downtown Chicago it is 15 to 20 minutes. From O'Hare, take the Blue Line downtown and transfer to the Red Line (about an hour total). From Midway, take the Orange Line to the Loop and transfer to the Red Line. From Union Station, it is a short walk or bus to the Red Line in the Loop, or a 20-minute rideshare. The Clark Street #22 bus and Divvy bike share also serve the neighborhood, and a 3-day CTA Ventra pass is usually cheaper than per-ride fares for a weekend trip.
How early should I get to Wrigley Field before a game?
Gates typically open well before first pitch, and Wrigleyville fills up about two hours ahead. If you want a table at a pregame bar like Murphy's Bleachers on a weekend, arrive 90 minutes early or expect a line around the block. Guests staying across the street at Double Play can relax at the apartment until the crowd noise tells them it is time to walk over.
Where do people go before and after a Cubs game?
The classic pregame circuit is Murphy's Bleachers (across from the bleacher entrance), The Cubby Bear (across from the marquee at Clark and Addison), and Sluggers (batting cages upstairs, dueling pianos later). Gallagher Way, the plaza next to the park, has family-friendly events on game days. Our neighborhood guide covers the full list including quieter options and late-night food.
What should I watch out for when driving on a game day?
Addison Street has rush-hour tow zones from 7 to 9 AM and 4 to 6 PM that are heavily enforced, and extra game-day restrictions appear around the stadium. Always read the posted signs on the specific block. If you stay with us, your free residential parking pass covers permit zones but never tow zones.
What is the Wrigley Field bag policy?
Wrigley Field restricts bags: in recent seasons only small clutches, medical bags, and diaper bags have been allowed, with backpacks and larger bags prohibited. Rules can change and concerts sometimes differ from games, so check the official Cubs A-to-Z guide at mlb.com before you go. If you are staying nearby, the easiest move is leaving bags at your place: Double Play guests are a one-minute walk away, and Bounce luggage storage next door handles bags for day visitors.
Where should I stay for a Cubs game weekend?
Staying in Wrigleyville means no transit logistics at all on game day. Double Play at Wrigley is three private 2-bedroom apartments in one building directly across the street from Wrigley Field: each sleeps 5, all three together sleep 15, pets are welcome with approval, and one free street parking pass per night is included. Booking direct at doubleplaywrigley.com avoids platform service fees.
