Willis Tower SkyDeck Chicago: Tickets

Willis Tower SkyDeck Chicago Tickets and Information

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• SkyDeck Chicago Address: Willis Tower, 233, South Wacker Drive, 60606, Chicago
• Opening Hours: Daily from 09:00 - 22:00

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Is Willis Tower SkyDeck Chicago Worth Visiting

• If you like observation platforms, absolutely, yes!

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What You See and Do At Willis Tower SkyDeck Chicago

• The Willis Tower SkyDeck offers incredible views the surrounding area
• Will you be brave enough to stand on the glass platform!
• Enjoy the exhibits
• Elevator Ride

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About Willis Tower SkyDeck Chicago

The Chicago SkyDeck at Willis Tower is an observation platform/deck standing at a height of around 1353 feet (412 meters) on the 103rd floor of the Willis Tower (formerly known as the Sears Tower) in the heart of Chicago.

The Willis Tower SkyDeck Features

• The Ledge: One of the most popular attractions at the SkyDeck is "The Ledge," which is a series of glass boxes that extend 4.5 feet outward from the building (yes, they sit outside the building!) and provide you with thrilling views straight down to the streets below for those brave enough! For those interested in the technical stuff (to help you decide if you will be brave enough!), each glass box is made of three layers of half-inch thick glass laminated into one seamless unit, ensuring safety while giving you an unobstructed view!
• Panoramic Views: On a clear day, you can see up to 50 miles away (around 80km) and up to four states from the SkyDeck including: Illinois, Indiana, Wisconsin, and Michigan! You can also enjoy incredible views of the city and the surrounding coastline including the harbour below and watch as the ships and boats come and go. On the landside, you can see the city spread out as you look down and enjoy. The feeling of being past the ledge of the building and surrounded by glass is quite incredible! Will you be brave enough for the classic photo of you jumping in the air in the ledge! Or lie down and just watch as the city life continues below.
• Interactive Exhibits: The SkyDeck features various interactive exhibits that highlight the history of Chicago and the construction of the Willis Tower.

SkyDeck History

• Willis Tower Construction: The Willis Tower was completed in 1973 and proudly held the title of the ‘world's tallest building’ until 1998!
• SkyDeck Opening: The SkyDeck has been a tourist attraction since the building's opening, but "The Ledge" was added in 2009 to enhance the experience.
• Re-naming of the building: The building was originally famously known as the ‘Sears Tower’ however in 2009, a London based insurance company moved in and part of their contract included naming rights for 15 years and so the ‘Willis Tower’ it became!

SkyDeck is always popular due to it's amazing views but if you want to experience a special time - try sunset! It can be very busy though, for obvious reasons!