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(1,893)
Didn’t wait at all in line and there were many fun photo props! Once we made it to the Skydeck the views were immaculate.
It's was amazing, best experience ever.
Very cool museum-like tour to start that shares the history of Chicago and some of the top attractions in the city. The actual skydeck experience was better than anticipated and a surreal experience. Highly recommend!
I did not use this service, no idea why I received a text, I did not use this service, no idea why I received a text
The view is good from the 103rd floor, but this was my least favorite activity in Chicago, and way overpriced, in my opinion.
Good experience but scary for me. Taking pictures on the deck was different. I didn’t know I was afraid of heights, but I was queazy.
Great place to visit to view the city of Chicago while learning a brief history of the city. The wait time and price of admission is pretty good and not crowded. The staff was amazing. Really recommend!
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.
