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Highlights
- Admire breathtaking views of up to 50 miles, including Michigan, Indiana, Illinois and Wisconsin.
- Look straight down to the streets of Chicago far below from The Ledge, glass floor balconies only 1.5 inches thick.
- High-speed elevators zip you to the top at 1600 feet (488 meters) per minute.
- Explore Chicago with interactive touch-screen activities and exhibits, and learn how Willis Tower went from dream to world icon in the 9-minute movie Reaching for the Sky.
Step outside the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere. At 1,353 feet in the air, the Ledge’s glass boxes extend out 4.3 feet from the Skydeck.
The Ledge transforms how visitors experience Chicago, providing never-before-seen views of the city.
The Ledge overlooks the city 103 floors up.
Whether it's daring to stand out on The Ledge or learning about the Windy City, visitors get a one-stop Chicago experience.
Museum-quality exhibits highlight the iconic tower, and celebrate Chicago’s rich history and culture through captivating visuals.
Location
SKYDECK CHICAGO
233 South Wacker Drive
Chicago, IL 60606
Enter Skydeck on Franklin Street (east side of building)
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Contact
Hours
Summer (Mar-Sep): Open daily, 9am-10pm
Winter (Oct-Feb): Open daily, 10am-8pm
Last admission 30 minutes before closing.
Extended hours may apply; see website for current hours.
(312) 875-9696
(312) 875-9447
theskydeck.com
Advice for Visitors
Tips:
- Ultra-experience seekers recommend sitting, lying face down or doing handstands on The Ledge.
- Request a free welcome message on our electronic welcome wall. Visit theskydeck.com/skydeck-concierge/see-your-name to send your request.
- Limited pre-opening and post-closing private Ledge breakfasts and pizza available with advanced reservations; contact sales@theskydeck.com or (312)875-9447.
- For everything you need to know to plan your visit, click here.
- To bypass the main line to the elevators, upgrade to the Fast Pass at the cashier.
Amenities:
- Dining: Nine weekday-dining options in Willis Tower, located in Lobby and Levels 1 & 2
- Gift Shops: Skydeck Gift Stores on the lower level and the103rd floor
Best time to visit: Just after opening or after sunset. For great sunsets and twinkling nightscape viewing, plan on arriving at Skydeck 30-45 minutes prior to sunset time. (Go to sunrisesunset.com for the Chicago daily sunset times.)
Accessibility: Ramps and elevator accommodate wheelchairs and scooters.
Parking/Transportation: Click here for directions. Click here for parking information.
Groups: Groups of 30 more: Please call (312) 287-8174 either the day before your visit, or 3-4 hours ahead of arrival on the day of your visit.