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Willis Tower’s dazzling height is even more breathtaking when experienced from the 103rd-floor windows of the Skydeck observatory and the Ledge, which extends more than four feet from the side of the building, allowing visitors the opportunity to walk out among the clouds at 1,353 feet above the street.

Skydeck offers an unforgettable view of the Windy City from 1,353 feet in the air, but you shouldn’t just take our word for it: Skydeck Chicago’s reviews attest to the unforgettable nature of the experience. Just take a look at what our visitors have said and some of the accolades the experience has earned, then buy your own ticket or contact us with any questions.

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Shawanda R. Johnson 2 weeks ago

Visiting the Skydeck Chicago was one of the highlights of our trip! The views from the top are absolutely breathtaking, offering a stunning 360-degree look at the city and beyond. Standing on The Ledge was an unforgettable experience and definitely worth it for the incredible photos.

The staff was friendly and organized, and the entire experience was well-managed from start to finish. If you’re visiting Chicago, the Skydeck is a must-see attraction. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for amazing views and a memorable experience!

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Benjamin Lee 2 weeks ago

Went here around a month ago on a Wednesday. It was a great experience. Finding where to get in was very easy as there was extremely helpful staff who directed us along with signs leading to the entrance. The check in was very quick and easy and there was a small museum telling the history of Chicago before boarding the elevator. I’ve been up the 360 Chicago and I would say this pre-info museum was much better than the one at 360 Chicago. Once up, I was surprised on how the Ledge was free and you could do it as many times as you wanted to, as the attraction at the 360 Chicago was paid and not included with Go City Pass. Views were amazing and you could see all sides of Chicago. Would come back again.

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Sarah Trader 1 month ago

A must do in Chicago! There is a really nice museum available to go through before going to the top that has some great info on the city and the building.

Once you’re at the top, the views are amazing! Definitely do The Ledge – a glass box that extends over the edge of the building at the 103 floor. Some in our group were scared but did it anyway and enjoyed it!

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Shay Leen 1 month ago

We did Pie in the Sky on the 99th floor for my son’s birthday and had such a wonderful experience! Everything felt really special and made for a memorable way to celebrate.

The experience itself was great, and the views were incredible. Afterward, we got to visit the deck, which was also such a fun experience and the perfect addition to the celebration.

Overall, we had an amazing time and would absolutely recommend this experience to others. We would definitely come back again!

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Arjun 7771 2 months ago

Visited the Skydeck early at 9 AM on a Saturday, and it was a great decision since there was barely any wait. Before you even get to the elevator, you walk through a hallway filled with interesting information about Chicago along with several photo spots, which made the experience more fun and interactive.

Once at the top, the views were incredibly clear and there was not much waiting time for The Ledge. Standing on the glass platform feels weird at first — looking straight down at your feet and seeing 103 stories below is both thrilling and slightly terrifying.

They give you 90 seconds on The Ledge to take pictures, and the process is very organized with an efficient alarm system that lets you know when your time is up. Overall, a very well-managed experience with amazing views of Chicago.

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Rijul Razdan 2 months ago

Visiting the Skydeck at Willis Tower is an absolute must-do when you’re in the city. Even if you think you’ve seen Chicago from above, nothing quite prepares you for the view from 103 floors up. The highlight, of course, is The Ledge. Stepping out into the glass boxes that extend four feet from the building is a total rush. Looking straight down at the street below is both terrifying and exhilarating, it definitely makes for some of the best photos you’ll ever take. On a clear day, you can see across four different states. The 360-degree views of the lakefront and the skyline are unmatched. I was pleasantly surprised by the interactive museum on the way up. It’s full of cool Chicago history and great photo ops before you even hit the elevator. Despite being a popular spot, the staff kept things moving efficiently. The timed-entry system really helps manage the crowds.

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bettsy quezada 5 months ago

Pretty cool experience, first they take you through a hallway with a bunch of information about the architecture of Chicago’s buildings, food, their music, and famous people who are a big part of chicago (Barack Obama, Michael Jordan, Oprah etc), lots of information about the building! There is no wait and elevator are pretty smooth up to 103 floor! And finally, that breathtaking 360 view!

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Ryan Hahn 5 months ago

Super cool. Its definitely a must visit if you’ve never been to the city. Awesome views and perspective. I recommend going during the weekday. We didn’t have to wait at all and we had plenty of time to read all the information at the displays. Which is fun and educational.
Also, once at the top we were able to enjoy our time taking pictures and not having to rush. Ive been told some people wait hours, or it takes hours. Our visit from start to finish was about 45min. Got to see everything and anything we wanted.
Once your finished there’s great restaurants on the main floor, various types of food and desserts.

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Terry Ledesma 5 months ago

Very unique experience. There’s a small walk tour of the history of Chicago. You take an elevator to the top and then there’s diff sections for you to take pics. If you go during non busy hours they’ll let you stay in your box taking pics longer than if it was busy. We went at night and the views were still so pretty

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