Chicago Board of Trade Building

The Dark Knight (2008)

"Wayne Tower headquarters in the film. The first Batman-Joker confrontation takes place on LaSalle Street with this building as backdrop."

📍 Chicago ✅ Still Standing ✅ Can Visit

🎬 The Scene

Wayne Tower headquarters in the film. The first Batman-Joker confrontation takes place on LaSalle Street with this building as backdrop.

🏙 What's There Now

Still the iconic Art Deco skyscraper at the foot of LaSalle Street. Now CME Group offices.

🎥 Behind the Scenes

Filmmakers removed a clock and added the Wayne logo. They actually flipped an 18-wheeler in front of this building.

🎞 About The Dark Knight

Year: 2008

Director: Christopher Nolan

Stars: Christian Bale, Heath Ledger

Chicago became Gotham City. They actually flipped an 18-wheeler on LaSalle Street.

✓ Open to Visit

Address: 141 W Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL 60604

Tip: Best visited during daylight hours. Please be respectful of any private property or businesses.

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