Nichols Bridgeway is an elevated pedestrian bridge linking the Art Institute of Chicago’s Modern Wing with Millennium Park, crossing Monroe Avenue. The short walk gives you views of the park and the downtown skyline, with space to pause for photos along the way. Its non-slip surface helps underfoot in cold or icy weather. Use the bridge to connect an art visit with a stroll through the park, or come in fall for family pictures framed by seasonal colors.
A bridge between the museum and the park
Nichols Bridgeway links the Art Institute of Chicago’s Modern Wing to Millennium Park. It crosses Monroe Avenue, giving pedestrians a direct route between the museum and the park without returning to street level.
The bridge works well as part of a visit to either destination. Cross it to move between the Art Institute and Millennium Park, or pause along the route to look across the park and toward downtown Chicago.
Views and photographs
The elevated route gives you a clear view of Millennium Park and the Chicago skyline. It is also a popular place to take photographs, including group and family pictures. In fall, the colours around the park can provide a seasonal backdrop.
The walking surface is non-slip, which helps when the weather is cold or icy. If you are approaching from the Art Institute end, check with staff about selfie-stick restrictions before using the elevator or stairs to reach the bridge; the restriction may not be clearly marked at the other end.
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Where does Nichols Bridgeway lead?
It connects the Art Institute of Chicago’s Modern Wing with Millennium Park and crosses Monroe Avenue.
What can you see from Nichols Bridgeway?
The bridge has views of Millennium Park and the downtown Chicago skyline.
Can you use a selfie stick on the bridge?
Selfie sticks may not be allowed at the Art Institute end. Check with staff there, as the restriction may not be clearly signposted at the other end.
Is Nichols Bridgeway accessible?
The entrance is wheelchair accessible.
