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Skydeck Chicago

The observation deck on the 103rd floor of Willis Tower in Chicago's Loop, with the glass-floored Ledge balconies.

Why go

Skydeck Chicago is the observation deck of Willis Tower at 233 South Wacker Drive in the Loop, Chicago. The operator's website, read on 3 October 2026, places the deck on the 103rd floor, 1,353 feet up, and describes The Ledge as glass balconies that extend 4.3 feet from the tower, where visitors stand on glass 103 stories above the city. Visitors reach the elevator through a hallway of exhibits about Chicago. On the day it was read the operator listed winter hours from 1 October to 28 February; check its site before you go. Tickets are sold by the operator.

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    Chicago CityPASS

    A Chicago CityPASS covering admission to Skydeck Chicago and Shedd Aquarium plus three more attractions chosen from a list of six.

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  • Guided tour · skygate

    Skydeck Chicago and The Ledge Ticket

    General admission to Skydeck Chicago on the 103rd floor of Willis Tower, including The Ledge glass balconies and the museum on the way up.

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Chicago CityPASS

A Chicago CityPASS covering admission to Skydeck Chicago and Shedd Aquarium plus three more attractions chosen from a list of six.

Skydeck Chicago and The Ledge Ticket

General admission to Skydeck Chicago on the 103rd floor of Willis Tower, including The Ledge glass balconies and the museum on the way up.