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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“Great experience especially when timed with the navy pier fire works”
Skip the ticket desk for fast access to 360 Chicago’s 94th-floor views, Lake Michigan panoramas, and optional TILT upgrade.
“Had a good time. Parking quite difficult. Nice experience.”
Prebook Skydeck at Willis Tower for 103rd-floor views, The Ledge glass balcony, and the Chicago Experience museum. Timed entry, all day.
“awesome experience and friendly was also lots of information and history about chicago definitely worth it”
360 Chicago puts you on the 94th-floor windows for sweeping skyline and Lake Michigan views, plus Cloud Walk and a 3D map app.
“It was terrible, we stood in line for the tilt for 45 minutes only to find out that we didn’t have the proper ticket. Then, upon trying to buy the proper ticket we were told that it was sold out until 8:45 so we lost our spot in line. That’s not good communication. Someone communicating…”
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.
“The 360 view was beautiful. Try the Tilt attraction for a quick thrill. I enjoyed Bar 94 cocktails and gelato. The experience is worth the visit.”
Chicago Explorer Pass from Go City lets you choose 2–7 attractions from 35+ options, with Skydeck and 360 Chicago, plus river and museums.
“Excellent value great way to choose your places of interest found the go city app very helpful super choice of sights to see”
A half-day small-group Chicago combo with a narrated drive, Cloud Gate and skyline stops, plus an included architecture river cruise.
“We were extremely disappointed could not see any of the sights because we were 3 people in the backseat and did not fit.into the small car. We had to rush through the Willis Tower so we could make the boat cruise standing in line for all we paid $1,000 and could have done the hop…”
Go City Chicago Attractions Pass with 360 CHICAGO. Choose 1–5 days of big-name sights, but book timed skyline reservations early.
“So glad we purchased the Go Chicago pass. We saved so much money and ended up doing many more activities than we had originally planned! We too 3 boat tours (the seadog was not included but more than worth the extra money), a bus tour, navy pier, Adler planetarium, Shedd aquarium, Field museum. We also…”
Sip a Chicago cocktail at 360 Chicago’s 94th-floor CloudBar, then walk the CloudWalk 3D mural for sky-high photos.
“Parking directions,had to drive around the block, which was annoying. No food yo buy once your in only a few snacks at the bar.”
Walk Michigan Avenue’s landmarks and architecture on a 2-hour guided tour, with optional 360 Chicago skyline views from 1,030 feet.
“Excellent tour with Ben. Better than expected. He was knowledgeable, informative and very entertaining. We covered a lot of ground and it was a wonderful mix of history, architectural sites , beautiful landmarks and holiday decor. Highly recommend.”
VIP dinner at Willis Tower’s Skydeck with a made-to-order deep-dish pizza, skyline views, and after-hours access—Chicago at night.
“Omg book it! Incredibly beautiful and romantic. We went on a date night for our first time in Chicago and I was speechless”
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.
“Unbelievable Chicago skyline and architecture, very personable guide, a great sample of must sees in the city”
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.
