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Step 1
Try The Brown Line. Circling Chicago's loop before assuming an L shape on its way into North West Chicago, the Brown Line is a great alternative to the Red Line. With stops in popular neighborhood locales, including the famed Lincoln Park and surround areas, the Brown Line can get passengers to many of the same places as the Red Line. You may have to walk a little further, but you won't have to go underground.
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Step 2
Pick Purple. Though many people take the Purple Line after a connection on the Red Line, this Northbound line can be picked up much further North than the underground Red Line, so you can avoid the subway. This line will shoot you directly North of the city, bringing you to places like Northwestern University in Evanston. It does run some express trains.
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Step 3
Go Green. The Green line takes passengers West of the city. It follows the loop downtown and is the perfect line for those coming from West of the city into downtown Chicago. It also extends down South, where the Red Line does, making it an alternative route for South Siders who have to take the Red past the point of elevation.
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Step 4
Bite into an Orange. The Orange line circles the loop, and then brings travelers to the city's Southwest side, all the way to Midway airport. This elevated line is perfect for those arriving and departing from Midway and leaving or coming to the city's vibrant downtown area.
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Step 5
Think Pink. This somewhat unpopular line circles the loop, a critical destination in Chicago, and serves those residing in or traveling to Chicago's Southwest side. Though not extended as far South as the Orange, it's a great in-between system.
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Step 6
Dare to be Blue. Partially a subway, the Blue line takes travelers to Chicago's O'Hare Airport. It also traverses around the loop area, but only as a subway.
