United Center travel guide
Visiting United Center for a Chicago Bulls game in Chicago? This guide summarizes the venue address, transit, parking, entry policies, and accessibility information so you can plan arrival and the return trip in one place.
United Center visitor details at a glance
- Address
- 1901 West Madison Street, Chicago, IL 60612
- Home team
- Chicago Bulls
- Transit
- CTA bus and rail routes serve the United Center area. Use the CTA trip planner for a date-specific route and check for event or construction changes.
Parking at United Center
The United Center is surrounded by event parking lots; buying a parking pass before arrival is recommended.
- Parking can be purchased through Ticketmaster or SpotHero.
- Accessible parking is in Lot C, reached from the Warren Boulevard entrance.
- The venue’s designated rideshare zone is at Madison and Wood Streets.
Entry and venue policies at United Center
Guests enter with mobile tickets and pass through security; backpacks are not allowed.
- Small bags may be no larger than 10 × 6 × 2 inches.
- Gates generally open 90 minutes before event time; confirm the event’s notice.
- The venue is cashless, and re-entry is not permitted.
Accessibility at United Center
Accessible seating, wheelchair assistance, and sensory services are available inside the arena.
- Wheelchair-accessible seating is available on all levels.
- Wheelchair escorts can be requested from venue staff or Guest Relations.
- Sensory bags and a sensory room near Gate 2½ are available.
Popular places near United Center
Explore restaurants, bars, and local attractions around the arena. Search results open in Google Maps; confirm current listings, hours, and event-day access before you go.
Official venue and travel resources
Visitor references checked Nov 11, 2026. Event schedules, service, venue rules, parking inventory, and prices can change; confirm details for your event.
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