Skydeck - Willis Tower Admission
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Gaze upon the city sights from the pinnacle of Chicago, the Skydeck. Located on the 103rd floor of Willis Tower, formerly Sears Tower -- the third-tallest building in the world -- the Skydeck offers spectacular sweeping views and is full of interactive exhibits. To complete your exciting Chicago experience, head to the Ledge, a glass balcony showcasing unbeatable views of Chicago’s top attractions like Wrigley Field and the Navy Pier. We added a brand new Chicago Experience that you start with by the box office prior taking the elevator trip to the 103rd floor. It is a 45,000 sq ft. museum of today. The New Experience is part Chicago History, part Architecural tour, part Selfie Museum and part Children's Museum. This is fun and interactive for all ages. Ride our "L" Train, see our infinity pizza bed, take pictures ontop of Willis Tower and so much more! This is the best way to see Chicago in one setting. With mobile tickets, simply scan your phone for direct entry into the SkyDeck
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Marvel at Chicago from an unparalleled viewpoint during this exciting Skydeck experience. Located in Willis Tower, formerly Sears Tower, the Skydeck offers spectacular sweeping vistas of Chicago and beyond from the 103rd floor. Walk out onto the Ledge, a glass box-like balcony that extends 4.3 feet (1.3 meters) from the building, and experience an unconventional view-straight-down! Admire the lofty views of top Chicago attractions from a breathtaking height of 1,353 feet (412.4 meters). On a clear day, you can see up to 50 miles (80.5 km) out! It’s also the perfect vantage point for great sunset and twinkling nightscape views. Bring your camera or treat yourself to a professional photo available at the gift shop. Enjoy our new multi million dollar expansion with our new Chicago Experience. Prior to taking the elevator ride to the 103rd floor, enjoy a 45K sq. ft. museum that encompasses a little history, architecture, part children's and instagrammable museum. Great for all ages!
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- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Wheelchair, scooter and stroller accessible
- Tickets are non-refundable for limited/zero visibility, long wait times, early closures, or events outside of the Skydeck's control
- Download the Skydeck mobile app and get a free viewfinder you can use to point out the most notable sites in Chicago. It’s like having your own personal tour guide! Available in English, French, Spanish, and Mandarin
Reviews(1,883)
How can you go to Chicago and not climb to the top of Willis Tower? We visited in early August, 2026. We got our tickets on Viator, but I think they are slightly cheaper directly at the box office. The entrance was very easy to find, just follow the signs. You go down two flights first, and then take the elevator up. Before you get to the elevator, there is a little history / experience Chicago interactive museum. It was really interesting. They have a display about the food, the neighborhoods, a little of the architecture, and you can even meet the Obamas! The elevator is interactive and really fast. The video climbs with you as if you are in the building while it’s being constructed, similar to the Freedom Tower on NYC. When the doors open, you’re at the top. Views are amazing! It is a must do. Pay the money, go at dusk, you’ll love it.
More than I expected! I never been to the Willis Tower but was blown away by the experience!!! There was a museum on the way to the Skydeck. I wish we had more time to take it all in but we were able to go back through the museum after our skydeck experience. The Skydeck itself was awe inspiring! We went in the ledge and you can actually go several times if you want!!! We took some pictures in the ledge which you are able to pick up after you’re done!!! All the buildings and cars literally look like toys you can pick up and move around !Great memories for my son and me!!
Who wouldn’t want to stand on a clear ledge hundreds of feet in air? For some reason I picked expedited ticket and that did speed up our access to the sky deck. You only have 90 seconds to be out there. The venue takes a couple of pictures of you and you can buy them at the end. We didn’t.
JJ was awesome and so informative. Even my kids loved the learning experience. We did 6:30pm tour and it was a great time for it.
The Skydeck was such an amazing experience! We went at 9:30 am on a Thursday, and there were no lines. The windows up top had such amazing views, even before you get into the box. There was also an amazing little museum on your way to the elevators to go up, and it was nice to read about all the building and Chicago. Would definitely recommend and do it again!
Really nice view! The museum to the top was fun as well. They give you 90 seconds on the deck so get ready.
The experience was amazing. I especially loved the photo opportunities leading up to the Skydeck itself!
Really neat experience. Full of information and the lines moved pretty quick and efficiently. Was very surprised at how many businesses were in the bottom of the building
Wonderful experience however planning it for later in the day or early would help with the sun being it your eyes and lots of shadows in pictures, we went at 2pm. Overall great time!
We loved our visit! Unfortunately it was cloudy, but we were still able to make out the view. It wasn’t crowded during our visit, which made the museum and time on the observation deck more enjoyable. Also because it wasn’t crowded, we had a ledge for our family for 10 minutes for pictures. The price seemed reasonable for the experience. I enjoyed this visit more from 360 at the Hancock Building.
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We are thrilled you enjoyed a peaceful visit without the crowds and managed to get some great family photos on The Ledge. We are glad you could still take in the breathtaking views. We hope to welcome you back for an even clearer day soon!
