Transformers 3, starring Shia LaBeouf and directed by Michael Bay, was shot in Chicago July 10 –September 1, 2010. Almost all of this filming was depicting the final battle sequence between warring robots (Autobots and Decepticons). Follow in the footsteps of the movies heroes and battling robots and earn our On Location badge for Foursquare! Transformers 3 opened in theaters June 29th.

Eligible Locations

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1. The Lasalle Street Finacial District, Lasalle St: Jackson Blvd to Randolph St Note: Eligible check-ins can take place at the intersections of either LaSalle St Jackson or LaSalle St Randolph St.

2. Michigan Avenue Bridge, N. Michigan Ave and E. Wacker Dr.

3. Tribune Tower, 435 N Michigan Ave.

4. 35 E. Wacker Building

5. The Skydeck at Willis Tower, 233 S. Wacker Dr.

6. Trump International Hotel and Tower, 401 N. Wabash Ave.

7. Hotel 71, 71 E. Wacker Dr.

8. 155 N. Wacker Building

9. Old Chicago Post Office, 404 W. Harrison St. Note: While you can view the buildings historical Neoclassical / Art Deco façade, the building’s interior is currently being redeveloped and not open to the public.

10. 171 N. Wabash Filming Location, Wabash at Benton Pl.

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