Media Center | Skydeck

Welcome to Skydeck Chicago’s online media center. At 1,353 feet above the city, Skydeck Chicago offers stunning views of up to 50 miles and four states. The Skydeck is also home to The Ledge, a series of glass boxes that extend out 4.3 feet from the tower’s west side on the 103^rd floor, providing never-before-seen unobstructed views of the city – straight down! Whether it is daring to stand out on The Ledge or learning about the Windy City, visitors get a ‘one-stop Chicago’ experience during their Skydeck visit. This site provides all of the information you need to write the perfect Skydeck story, including images and fact sheets, links to Skydeck’s social media channels and details on how to schedule a media tour.

Skydeck In The Press

Time Out – 10 Highest Observation Decks in the USA (timeout.com)
Fodor’s – 20 Ultimate Things to do in Chicago
Reader’s Digest – 25 Best Girls’ Weekend Trips 2024 | Affordable Girls’ Weekend Getaways
WGN TV – Chicago’s most Instagram-able landmarks and locations (wgntv.com)
TODAY – Check out these film-inspired travel ideas for a blockbuster vacation
Chicago Parent – Skydeck Chicago Family Guide
WGN-TV – Around Town previews the reopening of Skydeck Chicago, revealing a fully transformed interactive museum
Chicago Tribune – Willis Tower’s renovated Skydeck opens Friday, offering a unique Chicago experience for tourists and locals alike. Here’s a sneak peek.
The Knot – The 25 Best Places to Propose in Chicago
WGN Daytime Chicago – Skydeck Chicago at Willis Tower
NBC Chicago – Adorable Kittens Visit Skydeck for National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day
Secret Chicago – The Willis Tower Antennas Will Light Up in Honor of Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour stop This Weekend
Billboard – How Cities are Celebrating Taylor Swift’s Era Tour Stops
Culture Trip – Summer in the Windy City – A Beginner’s Guide to Chicago
HGTV – A Local’s Guide to Chicago
Chicago Sun Times – Climbers trek up 103 floors in Willis Tower for SkyRise fundraiser
ABC 7 – Stair Climbers ascend steps of Willis Tower for good cause
Travel + Leisure – The Most Thrilling Observation Deck in Chicago Just Got a Makeover
FOX News – 10 stops to make on your trip around Illinois
Matador Network – The 10 Best Places to Watch Chicago’s Spectacular Sunsets
TODAY – Chicago travel guide: Hot dogs, beaches, art, and more to see and do
WGN – Revamped Skydeck Chicago has Interactive Museum, one-of-a-kind photo spots
NBC Chicago – Willis Tower Skydeck Undergoes Multi-Million Dollar Renovation – And That’s Not All

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Schedule a Media Tour

Skydeck Chicago welcomes hundreds of media professionals each year. Advance notice is preferred to best accommodate the media and our spokespeople. We strongly encourage an interview with our spokespeople as there are many colorful experiences and interesting factoids to be shared.

Media Contact:
Randy Stancik
rstancik@theskydeck.com
(312) 875-9447

General Skydeck Information:
(312) 875-9447 (Monday-Friday 8:30AM to 5PM)
(312) 875-9696 (24 hour automated line)
www.theskydeck.com

Information for Commercial Film Crews

Protocol Skydeck Chicago and Willis Tower require advance approval of all commercial film crews. Please e-mail your request, including desired shoot dates, the shoot location(s), a description of how the property/image will be represented, the size of crew, other shooting/equipment requirements and any applicable business terms, to rstancik@theskydeck.com. Your request will be reviewed within 48 hours.
Location Agreement Approved commercial shoots require a Skydeck Chicago/Willis Tower location outlining filming parameters and the details specific to the shoot. A Certificate of Insurance is also required.
Fees Any location fees are determined on a case-by-case basis, including the scope, time and needs of filming. For additional information, please e-mail your proposal to rstancik@theskydeck.com