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Skydeck Chicago
Explore Skydeck Chicago with Go City and enjoy access to both the 103rd-floor observation deck and The Ledge, Skydeck’s famous glass box that extends 4.3 feet from the skyscraper.
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What you'll do
Not for the faint-hearted, Skydeck Chicago gives daredevils a bird’s eye view of the Windy City. This observation deck is located in the world-famous Willis Tower, formerly known as the Skydeck Chicago Sears Tower. You’ll ride 1,353 feet up to the 103rd floor of the tower and get some of the best views of the city. Get your Chicago Skydeck tickets at a discounted rate with Go City!
See four states from the observation tower, as well as popular Chicago landmarks including Navy Pier, Soldier Field, and Magnificent Mile. You’ll also find interactive exhibits and historical photographs to learn about the Chicago Skydeck building’s prestigious history.
In addition to being one of the most famous architectural marvels of the western world, and one of the Seven Wonders of Chicago, Skydeck Chicago offers something a little different in The Ledge. If you’re brave, step out on the glass-floored observation deck and see the city right beneath your feet.
If you head up after 6PM and you’ll be rewarded with an incredible view of the city all lit up.
Skydeck Chicago highlights
Willis Tower Skydeck Kids Club
Little ones will enjoy stepping on the interactive digital floor displays and taking part in interactive games, quizzes, scavenger hunts.
The Ledge
Get a spine-tingling view on this all-glass balcony which juts out four feet from the building’s edge over Wacker Drive and the Chicago River.
Multimedia Elevators
The fun starts before you get to the view with a ride in the elevator which points out the sights as you pass them.
Facts
Skydeck Chicago has been featured in many movies and TV shows including Ferris Bueller’s Day Off.
The Willis Tower is the eighth tallest building in the world measuring 1,450 feet and 110 stories tall.
The Willis Tower at Skydeck Chicago was formally called Sears Tower and was the headquarters of Sears Roebuck and company, the largest retailer in the world when the tower was built in 1969.
The world’s first skyscraper was built in Chicago in 1885. The Home Insurance building boasted ten floors and was demolished in 1931 to make way for the Field Building, which is now known as the LaSalle Bank Building.
What's included
Access the observation deck and The Ledge for a 360-view of the city.
Enjoy the all-new multi-media exhibits on Chicago’s history and culture throughout the lower level.
Reservations
Booking required
Reservations are required for this attraction and you can cancel or amend your booking up to one hour before your scheduled visit. Click here to make your reservation.
Please note:
If you do not see availability during peak times and sunset hours, you can arrive without a reservation, but you will need to pay an additional fee of $10 per person. This is strictly based on same-day availability and is not guaranteed.
Plans changed?
You can cancel or amend your booking up to 1 hour before the scheduled reservation time in the My Bookings section of the Reservations Portal.
If you fail to cancel or amend your booking within the cancellation period, your pass will be ineligible for a refund or rebooking.
How to get there
Accessible by via stop 2 on the Big Bus Hop-On and Hop-Off Tour (also available on Go City Chicago)
Quincy stop (available on the Brown, Orange, Pink and Purple lines)
Operating hours
March – September
Daily: 9AM - 10PM
October – February
Monday - Friday: 9AM – 8PM
Saturday - Sunday: 9AM – 10PM
Early opening times:
November 11–December 1: 8:30AM
December 26–January 5: 8:30AM
Skydeck Chicago is open 365 days a year and can get busy. We recommend visiting the official website for up-to-date information on availability.
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