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Skydeck Chicago

Skydeck Chicago atop the iconic Willis Tower is the highest observation deck in the United States, providing views spanning the city and up to 50 miles into four states on a clear day. In addition to a new lower-level interactive museum, Skydeck features The Ledge experience, an opportunity to step onto an all-glass balcony that extends 4.3 feet from the building.

Chicago CityPASS includes:

Expedited Entry — Admission includes express line access for the elevator, 360-degree views from the 103rd floor observation deck, and The Ledge glass platform.

Chicago C3 includes:

General Admission — Entry includes 360-degree views from the 103rd floor observation deck and The Ledge glass platform.

The Ledge experience at Skydeck Chicago combines an adrenaline rush with the ultimate photo opp.

Stepping onto a glass-floor balcony 103 stories above the city of Chicago can feel a bit surreal. Who's brave enough to go first?

Highlights

  1. 01.

    Admire breathtaking panoramic views spanning up to 50 miles, including into the neighboring states of Michigan, Indiana and Wisconsin.

  2. 02.

    Look straight down to the streets of Chicago from The Ledge, a glass-floor balcony that extends 4.3 feet from the building's exterior at the height of the 103rd floor.

  3. 03.

    Zip to the top in a high-speed elevator that travels up to 1,600 feet (488 meters) per minute.

Visit The Chicago Museum on the lower level, take a twirl on The Ledge, and behold the breathtaking views from America’s highest public observation deck.

Perhaps unsurprisingly, Skydeck Chicago has a reputation as one of the top marriage proposal spots in the city.

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Advice for Visitors

Tips

Crowds are generally lightest in the morning.

Ultra-experience seekers recommend sitting, lying face down, or doing handstands on The Ledge.

To optimize the experience for all guests, Ledge visit times for parties of 3 or fewer will be a maximum of 60 seconds per party and for parties of 4 or more will be a maximum of 90 seconds per party.

Learn more on the CityPASS Blog about what you'll experience at Skydeck Chicago.

Attraction Features

Amenities

Dining: Catalog at Willis Tower offers multiple dining options.

Shopping: Skydeck Marketplace

Accessibility

Skydeck is ADA and sensory compliant, with optional bypasses at the more stimulating exhibits. Ramps and the elevator accommodate wheelchairs and scooters. Visit Skydeck's website for more information on services for guests with specific needs.

Parking/Transportation

Get information on directions and parking.

Offers & Upgrades

10% Off Your Purchase

Get 10% off your purchase of any one item greater than $25 at Skydeck Gift Shops.

Contact Information & Hours

  • Skydeck Chicago
  • 233 S. Wacker Drive
  • Chicago, IL 60606
  • Enter Skydeck on Jackson Street (south side of building)

Hours vary seasonally and holiday hours may apply; check the schedule when planning your visit.

Last Entry: 30 minutes before closing

The Ledge transforms how visitors experience Chicago and inspires countless poses — from exuberant leaps to handstands to superhero arms — as they capture vacation memories.

Five all-glass balconies, collectively referred to as The Ledge, jut out 4.3 feet from the side of the building, providing a thrilling perspective of the city streets 1,353 feet below.

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We have purchased CityPASS now for three cities: Southern California, New York and now Chicago. We have a family of 5 and this makes planning so easy and affordable!! Not to mention not standing in line for tickets!!!
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The CityPASS was the perfect way to plan our stay in Chicago. I was able to show my daughter my favorite places in Chicago, and a few others as well. The CityPASS provided a better price, and skipping to the front of the line was like icing on the cake!.
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After doing much research about CityPASS and other group admission passes of the like, I knew I had to get the CityPASS. Chicago CityPASS gets you into 5 of the top sightseeing places - with an upgraded admission!
Great Price
My family came to visit us from Colombia. It was their first time in the states and I wanted to make sure their first vacation was more than what they expected it to be. When I came across the Chicago CityPASS online I knew it was just what I needed to make their trip memorable.
CityPASS Saved My Vacation and Marriage
We used Chicago CityPASS recently and it was a not only a vacation saver but a marriage saver. My husband and I would typically argue about which way to go and what to do next. The CityPASS was easy to use and offered detailed information as well as discounts.
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Rated 5 out of 5 by from Made the trip worth it. I bought the city pass for family. It made going into the attractions they offer easy. Plus, the cost savings was worth it.
Date published: 2026-07-23
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Amazing Product! We bought the CityPASS once in New York and it worked great so we purchased again for Chicago! Again another fantastic experience using it! We got fast track lines and it was so easy to sign up for the individual entry times at our specific events. I will definitely use it again in the future!
Date published: 2026-07-22
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Worth it! It was our first time buying CityPass, and what a great way to save money seeing the sites in Chicago! I would highly recommend it. We had planned to see the included places so it made sense. The SkyDeck was our preferred skyscraper experience of the two offered (We did both.), and having a CityPass allowed us to use the express lane, bypassing the crowd waiting without a CityPass. We also enjoyed the Shedd Aquarium, the Institute of Art, and the Griffin Museum. We would not do the TILT experience again. (The CityPass gets you to the viewing deck and then a discount on the TILT tickets.) I look forward to buying CityPasses when we go to other cities.
Date published: 2026-07-21
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Such a bargain I am a frequent visitor to Chicago and have often visited the sites available on the CitiPASS. However, in a recent trip with five teenage grandchildren, the PASS proved to be so helpful in choosing destinations and definitely saved money.
Date published: 2026-07-21
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Easy to Use & Great Value Great way to see Chicago - easy to update reservation times and great options to see so many museums and attractions. Overall amazing value and easy to use!
Date published: 2026-07-20
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