Views & landmarks
330 North Wabash
About 330 North Wabash
Located in River North along the Chicago River, 330 North Wabash is a modernist skyscraper and the final Chicago building designed by architect Ludwig Mies van der Rohe. Originally built for IBM offices, its lower floors now house a hotel. Architecture travelers visit to view its International Style structural grid, dark anodized frame, and open riverside plaza.
Getting There
From downtown's Loop district, walk north across the river in 5 to 10 minutes. CTA trains stop at nearby State/Lake and Clark/Lake stations, roughly a 5-minute walk away.
Time to Allow
Allow 20 to 30 minutes to view the exterior facade, explore the plaza, and walk through the public ground floor.
When to Go
Visit during daylight to view the architectural details, especially in late afternoon when sunlight hits the river. Weekday commute and lunch hours bring typical pedestrian foot traffic, but the site rarely feels crowded.
Nearby Attractions
Combine a visit with these nearby landmarks on foot:
- Marina City (0.1km): Distinctive twin cylindrical towers next door.
- Mather Tower (0.2km): A slender historic high-rise across the river.
- Wrigley Building (0.3km): A clock-tower landmark on Michigan Avenue.
- Chicago Theatre (0.4km): Historic performing arts venue in the Loop.
Updated September 8, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors
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