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Skydeck Chicago - Willis Tower, Chicago

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Observation Deck · Architectural Building
Take a look at Chicago from the top of Skydeck Chicago - Willis Tower, the second tallest building in the country. Still called "Sears Tower" by most locals, the 108-story building looms over the city with a height of 442 m (1,451 ft). One of the world's tallest freestanding structures, the skyscraper features an observation deck on the 103rd floor. The popular skydeck is 412 m (1,353 ft) high, offering unobstructed views of Chicago and its sprawling suburbs. On clear days, the vista stretches far over the Illinois plains and across Lake Michigan, all the way to Indiana, Wisconsin, and Michigan. For a dizzying look from a glass-floored ledge jutting out into the air, get in line for the high-speed elevator to the top. Put Skydeck Chicago - Willis Tower on your schedule, and learn what else deserves a visit by using our Chicago trip itinerary website.
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  • By enesontour
    We purchased the Chicago City Pass and skipped the line! We were able to experience the Skydeck twice in 20 minutes whiles others waited in line  more »
  • By elioboom
    And yet still felt like a gimmick. The clear things where you can see below are amazing, is just that they 1. Are not faced towards the skyline and 2. You get to be there 1-2 minutes tops to take...  more »
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  • By Alejandro Garza
    A must do when vacationing to Chicago for the first time!
  • By David Berrong
    Didn't go to skydeck , had business I. Building
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