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The best of Chicago.
The 15 best skydeck & observation decks tours in Chicago, with honest prices, run times and who you book through. Which ones are worth your time downtown, and what each one actually gets you.
Willis Tower Skydeck with The Ledge glass balcony in Chicago. Timed entry, museum exhibits, and a thrilling skyline view for about 45 minutes.
Most Popular“Well organised, queues are kept moving and enough time allowed on the ledge”
Skip the ticket desk for fast access to 360 Chicago’s 94th-floor views, Lake Michigan panoramas, and optional TILT upgrade.
“Loved the views & photo opportunities. Beautiful 360 views of the city!”
Prebook Skydeck at Willis Tower for 103rd-floor views, The Ledge glass balcony, and the Chicago Experience museum. Timed entry, all day.
“Skydeck was awesome. If you’re afraid of heights don't look down when you step on the ledge. You can get some amazing pics and its also a museum you get to see as you go up to the deck.”
360 Chicago puts you on the 94th-floor windows for sweeping skyline and Lake Michigan views, plus Cloud Walk and a 3D map app.
“Thankfully we booked this on a lovely sunny day so the evening was stunning. Having taking in the sights around the top of the tower, we claimed our free drink (no commemorative cup). Something that as a tourist I would highly recommend to anyone.”
Save up to 50% with the Go City Chicago Explorer Pass, including SkyDeck Chicago and top museums plus cruises. Pick 2 to 7 sights.
“Nothing really to say, just a pass with some attractions chosen. If you find a discount to the site getyourguide you can get this cheaper than in the actual go city pass site.”
Sip a cocktail and skip the ticket line at 360 Chicago for panoramic views from 1,000 feet above Michigan Avenue.
“Vista linda, alto astral, bar no topo com drinks e snacks.”
Chicago Explorer Pass from Go City lets you choose 2–7 attractions from 35+ options, with Skydeck and 360 Chicago, plus river and museums.
“I’m your agent prmissed me 3 attractions when I purchased the pass. But when I try to book ticket for those attractions those were not part of the pass. I didn’t utilize the service. I have already escalated. I am going to dispute the transaction. And it was a terrible conversation with your agent to…”
A half-day small-group Chicago combo with a narrated drive, Cloud Gate and skyline stops, plus an included architecture river cruise.
“I highly recommend this tour. Our tour guide - Tony came on time. He is knowledgeable and accommodating. Amazing architecture and views of the places we visited. We really enjoyed this tour. Great tour.”
Go City Chicago Attractions Pass with 360 CHICAGO. Choose 1–5 days of big-name sights, but book timed skyline reservations early.
“Ended up enjoying our day with the card. However, we decided to redeem our paper voucher at a collection point, after searching for this place for half an hour we were told they no longer operated from this premises. Very disappointing, we were told they may have moved to Macy's. so we then went to…”
Sip a Chicago cocktail at 360 Chicago’s 94th-floor CloudBar, then walk the CloudWalk 3D mural for sky-high photos.
“It was a Good Experience we had fun me in my Family great time awesome time good time great time fun time in great memories”
Walk Michigan Avenue’s landmarks and architecture on a 2-hour guided tour, with optional 360 Chicago skyline views from 1,030 feet.
“Ben our tour guide, was very knowledgeable and I loved his presentation. He kept the tour interesting, with a bit of humor.”
VIP dinner at Willis Tower’s Skydeck with a made-to-order deep-dish pizza, skyline views, and after-hours access—Chicago at night.
“Very well organized. We were met in the lobby after registering at the Franklin Street front desk, and escorted to the elevator. During the ride there is an audio/ video presentation. Upon arrival at the 103 rd floor, seating was assigned and dinner was served. Dinner was great and service was wonderful .”
See Willis Tower from the 103rd floor, feel The Ledge, cruise Chicago’s lights, and tick Cloud Gate on a small-group night tour.
“Tour was good, guide knowledgeable and good fun. Would recommend!”
Chicago night driving with Willis Tower Skydeck, Cloud Gate, and a post-dark Chicago River cruise. Small group, $189, about 3.5 hours.
“Will never book through viator, waited until a few hours before to cancel my booking. Wanted to reschedule me but i couldn't as it was my last day on my vacation. I'm still waiting on a refund!! Sad thing is I've read this on another review, should have went with my instinct. I wouldn't recommend…”
Big Bus open-air touring for 2 days plus 360 CHICAGO views with real-time tracking and optional TILT. Save 20% when bundled.
“Visite complète et professionnelle motivée Dommage qu il soit impossible d avoir du français”
From the river and the skyline to the gangster trails, the lakefront and the deep-dish counters, every way to spend a day in the city.
