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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.

At 110 stories tall, the iconic Willis Tower is the third-tallest building in the Western Hemisphere. At Skydeck Chicago, you can take in a panoramic view of the city from the 103rd floor.

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.

Highlights

  1. 01.

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

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    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.

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

You can take home one of Chicago's most memorable souvenirs in your camera roll.

Read reviews from CityPASS® travelers.

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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.
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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 Great way to experience Chicago! We had a great experience using CityPASS in Chicago! It made visiting some of the city’s most popular attractions easy, convenient, and more affordable. The pass was simple to use, with clear instructions about which attractions required reservations and how to make them. One of our favorite perks was the VIP/priority access included at some of the attractions we visited, which made the experience even more convenient and helped us make the most of our time. We also loved having the flexibility to choose the pass option that best fit our interests and itinerary. We loved the Shoreline architectural boat tour, the industry & science museum, Skydeck, the art museum, and Shedd Aquarium! If you’re planning a trip to Chicago (or any city pass location) and want to experience several major attractions without the hassle of purchasing individual tickets, I’d definitely recommend CityPASS! I previously used it in Atlanta and had the same positive experience.
Date published: 2026-09-16
Rated 5 out of 5 by from So easy It was so easy from the start. From purchase to reserving our attractions online. Redemption was also really easy when we arrived. Helped narrow our choices down as well because time was limited. Worked out great for us.
Date published: 2026-09-16
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Worth It My family and I recently took a trip to Chicago and bought the 5 event city pass. It was well worth it! It also came with hidden benefits I didn't know about like fast pass for the ledge in Willis Tower's Skydeck
Date published: 2026-09-15
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Great Value! We purchased the CityPASS for our recent vacation to Chicago and we're so glad we did. It is a great value and saved us quite a bit of money versus buying individual tickets to different museums and attractions. We highly recommend it.
Date published: 2026-09-15
Rated 4 out of 5 by from First Time User This was our first time using CityPass & while yes, it did have some very good perks & save us a few $$$$. There is area for improvement. the 1st being mandated visits. Do away with this, yes, we did plan on going to the locations "picked for us" by CityPass, we would like the freedom to go as we please. And while we could have passed by the line to buy tickets, because school was back in session, we didn't have the crowds to deal. 2nd: more locations to visit. add the zoo, other museums & think about a Kiddie CityPass, For add-on for the younger kid. Like the Ferris Wheel on Navy Pier. Also just for Adults like $20 off a Second City Show? And now yes, I ill look for where I go if CityPass has a Pass for that town.
Date published: 2026-09-14
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