There’s a whole crop of hit shows that film in Chicago, from The Chi to The Bear. But the city truly plays a leading role in the One Chicago franchise, which features hit shows Chicago Med, Chicago Fire, and Chicago PD.

If you’re a fan, you’ll be thrilled to know that you can explore the real-life locations featured in these beloved TV series right here in Chicago. Whether you’re eager to visit the iconic Molly’s Pub or stroll past the Chicago Fire Department’s Engine 18, the city is dotted with landmarks that you’ll recognize from your favorite scenes. 

Here are a list of Chicago Med, Chicago Fire, and Chicago PD sets to add to your tour of Chicago’s most famous filming locations.

Chicago Fire filming locations

Molly’s Pub: The preferred hang-out of the Firehouse 51 crew is a real bar in Chicago’s Bucktown neighborhood. Molly’s has been a fixture on the series since season one, and those scenes were originally shot inside Lottie’s Pub at 1924 W. Cortland St. While they still film exterior shots in the neighborhood, the show now uses a soundstage replica of the bar’s interior for filming. But Fire fans are still in luck —  walking into the bar feels like walking on set and you can even buy “Molly’s by Day, Lottie’s by Night” merch or order the Chicago Fire burger.

Chicago Fire Academy: The Chicago Fire Academy, which makes many appearances in the show, is a striking modern building located at 558 W. De Koven St. Ironically, it’s located in the exact spot where the Great Chicago Fire began in 1871. You can roam around the ground floor and check out the fascinating history there, like a plaque marking the fire’s starting point and vintage firefighting gear.

Firehouse 51: The Chicago Fire Department Engine 18 is a working firehouse that doubles as Firehouse 51 in Chicago Fire. While most interior scenes are filmed on a set, all the exterior shots are filmed at the station at 1360 S. Blue Island Ave. It’s a must-see for fans of the show — you might even catch some of the stars in action!

Chicago PD filming locations

District 21 Police Station:Chicago PD is often filmed in the Pilsen neighborhood around 18th Street. Chicago PD’s District 21 is filmed at the UIC Police Headquarters at 943 W. Maxwell St. It’s a real working police station, so don’t anticipate strolling in for a tour, but the exterior is always good for a selfie. It’s also right around the corner from the Chicago Fire firehouse.

White Palace Grill & other restaurants: The characters often find themselves on Canal Street at the White Palace Grill (1159 S. Canal St.). But the squad hits up local bars and restaurants all over the city:

Lottie’s Pub: 1924 W. Cortland St.
Maria’s Packaged Goods And Community Bar: 960 W. 31st St.
The Village Inn: 4035 S. Wallace St.
Lou Mitchell’s: 565 W. Jackson Blvd.
Boni Vino Pizza: 111 W. Van Buren St.
Original Ferrara Bakery: 2210 W. Taylor St.
Bridgeport Restaurant: 3500 S. Halsted St.

Chicago Med filming locations

Gaffney Medical Center: When you see your favorite characters clearing their heads on the roof? It’s part of the Rush University Medical Center, which is the home base for the show. The hospital, which stands in for the Gaffney Medical Center on the show, is located at 1653 W. Congress Parkway.

McCormick Place: Along with Rush University Medical Center, the exterior of McCormick Place is used as a standing for Gaffney in several scenes. The largest convention center in the Western Hemisphere, the lakefront McCormick Place campus offers plenty of space for filming.

Graceland Cemetery: In a graveside ceremony, the characters found themselves in Graceland Cemetery at 4001 N. Clark St. It’s worth the trip to the city’s north side — the graveyard is home to the resting places of many interesting people. Architects, public figures, baseball and boxing greats, and famous inventors are among some of the noteworthy names buried here.

Molly’s Pub: At the end of a long day, the Chicago Med crew heads to Molly’s (or Lottie’s as Chicagoans know it). While scenes are no longer filmed here, stopping into the neighborhood pub feels like you’re walking onto the #OneChicago set. The characters of Chicago Fire and Chicago PD have also been known to grab a pint at this Bucktown favorite.