10. Fullerton Red/Brown/Purple Line station | The Odyssey Online
Start writing a post
Lifestyle

10 Instagrammable CTA Stations, For The Chicagoan On The Move

Chicago has a robust transit system, so why not take further advantage of it?

70
https://www.instagram.com/p/BucX43BnK2V/ (CTA trains enter and exit the Loop)
Instagram: @chicagocta

If you've ever visited Chicago, you know how crucial the CTA is to the city's history and character. The trains that rumble around and beneath the city make it not only easy to get around but also makes Chicago so much more connected.

And of course, another part of Chicago's character stems from its rich architecture. With that being said, here are ten Instagram-worthy L stations that incorporate two of these fundamental elements of Chicago's history: the L and architecture.

1. Belmont Blue Line station

This L station in Avondale's remodel was unveiled in 2019 with a new butterfly design, replacing one of the most antiquated stations on the Blue Line. If you have time to kill on the way to O'Hare, be sure to go above ground and see this architectural beauty.

2. Paulina Brown Line station

The Paulina Brown Line station has a variety of murals perfect for your profile and a couple of aesthetically pleasing benches for you to relax in as well. Also, be sure to check out the variety of events happening at the Paulina Street entrance throughout the year.

3. 35th-Bronzeville-IIT Green Line station

The Illinois Institute of Technology's legacy really shines on this L station. Get ready to snap some shots as the L goes through an oval-like structure entering and exiting this station.

4. Cermak-Chinatown Red Line station

Chicago's Chinatown has a special place in my heart and its L station reflects the vibrancy of that Chinese heritage. In addition to the tile mural above the escalators, be sure to get a good shot of Cermak Road showcasing the iconic Chinatown Gate.

5. Wilson Red and Purple Line station

This historic Red Line station in Uptown was in desperate need of a makeover given its older look. Now Wilson is much roomier and has a glass atrium over the station that is calming to the look.

6. 18th Pink Line station

The Frida Kahlo mural on the southern entrance of this station is just the tip of the iceberg of the murals lining this station. Located in the heart of the Pilsen neighborhood, this station reflects the tenacity and character of a neighborhood in the crosshairs of gentrification.

7. Washington/Wabash station (Orange/Green/Pink/Purple/Brown Lines)

The newest L station in the system, established in 2017, looks like a crown jewel; in fact it was designed to reflect the Jewelers' Row district that sits beneath the station. Truly a gem!

8. Conservatory-Central Park Drive Green Line station

With the Garfield Park Conservatory next door to this station, this L's station house reflects the quaintness, serenity and minimalist nature that we all seek from the plants inside the conservatory. Admission is free and the conservatory makes a perfect refugee from Chicago's harsh winters.

9. California Blue Line station

Though this station in Logan Square itself might not be the prettiest, this station provides stellar views of the skyline looking southeast. While you're waiting forever for the Blue Line to come, be sure to capture such a timeless shot of the greatest city in the world.

10. Fullerton Red/Brown/Purple Line station

I might be a bit biased with this station since this stop serves DePaul, but with Vinny always ready to pose and the skyline in the background, you'll have yourself asking: can you really blame me for my bias here?

Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
Lifestyle

The Great Christmas Movie Debate

"A Christmas Story" is the star on top of the tree.

94
The Great Christmas Movie Debate
Mental Floss

One staple of the Christmas season is sitting around the television watching a Christmas movie with family and friends. But of the seemingly hundreds of movies, which one is the star on the tree? Some share stories of Santa to children ("Santa Claus Is Coming to Town"), others want to spread the Christmas joy to adults ("It's a Wonderful Life"), and a select few are made to get laughs ("Elf"). All good movies, but merely ornaments on the Christmas tree of the best movies. What tops the tree is a movie that bridges the gap between these three movies, and makes it a great watch for anyone who chooses to watch it. Enter the timeless Christmas classic, "A Christmas Story." Created in 1983, this movie holds the tradition of capturing both young and old eyes for 24 straight hours on its Christmas Day marathon. It gets the most coverage out of all holiday movies, but the sheer amount of times it's on television does not make it the greatest. Why is it,
then? A Christmas Story does not try to tell the tale of a Christmas miracle or use Christmas magic to move the story. What it does do though is tell the real story of Christmas. It is relatable and brings out the unmatched excitement of children on Christmas in everyone who watches. Every one becomes a child again when they watch "A Christmas Story."

Keep Reading...Show less
Christmas tree
Librarian Lavender

It's the most wonderful time of the year! Christmas is one of my personal favorite holidays because of the Christmas traditions my family upholds generation after generation. After talking to a few of my friends at college, I realized that a lot of them don't really have "Christmas traditions" in their family, and I want to help change that. Here's a list of Christmas traditions that my family does, and anyone can incorporate into their family as well!

Keep Reading...Show less
Student Life

The 5 Phases Of Finals

May the odds be ever in your favor.

1685
Does anybody know how to study
Gurl.com

It’s here; that time of year when college students turn into preschoolers again. We cry for our mothers, eat everything in sight, and whine when we don’t get our way. It’s finals, the dreaded time of the semester when we all realize we should have been paying attention in class instead of literally doing anything else but that. Everyone has to take them, and yes, unfortunately, they are inevitable. But just because they are here and inevitable does not mean they’re peaches and cream and full of rainbows. Surviving them is a must, and the following five phases are a reality for all majors from business to art, nursing to history.

Keep Reading...Show less
Student Life

How To Prepare For The Library: Finals Edition

10 ways to prepare for finals week—beginning with getting to the library.

3030
How To Prepare For The Library: Finals Edition
Photo by Clay Banks on Unsplash

It’s that time of year again when college students live at the library all week, cramming for tests that they should have started studying for last month. Preparing to spend all day at the library takes much consideration and planning. Use these tips to help get you through the week while spending an excessive amount of time in a building that no one wants to be in.

Keep Reading...Show less
girl roommates
StableDiffusion

Where do we begin when we start talking about our roommates? You practically spend every moment with them, they become your second family and they deal with you at your best and at your absolute worst. They are there to make you laugh just a little harder, cry a little less and make each day a little better. We often forget to thank them for the little things that they do to make college even a tiny bit easier and more fun. This list of 26 things are what you should thank your roommates for right this minute and every day that you live with them.

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments