See the Windy City from the very best vantage point: 103 floors above the ground! This Windy City icon has recently been redone from the ground up, and not only does it offer some of the best views of the city and its landmarks, it also features museum-quality exhibits and interactive technology that celebrate Chicago's history. Get up (nearly) to the top of the second-tallest building in the US and look 400 meters straight down to the ground from .For more than 25 years the Sears Tower was the tallest building in the world. It now sits at 14th (and is known as the Willis Tower) but it still holds pride of place in the Chicago skyline. Built in 1973, this towering skyscraper is known to a generation of movie lovers from a scene in the beloved 80s comedy . If you've never seen it, go watch it now. We'll wait. Alright, now that you've done your research, it's time to get your tickets for this Second City landmark. Here's what you need to know: it has, bar none, the best views of the city; it's recently been completely redone; and it features plenty of fascinating historical trivia and interactive exhibits.The all-ages appropriate exhibits are chock-full of info about Chicago's history, from Mrs O'Leary's cow to the (now-broken!) Curse of the Billy Goat (what is it with Chicago and animal-themed misfortune?). There's even a 9-minute movie - - that tells the tale of Chicago’s architectural dreams and realities. Once you get to grips with the city, get a bird's-eye view of it!After taking the rocket-speed elevator to floor 103 of this 108-story skyscraper you'll have stunning views over the city: Wrigley Field, O'Hare Airport, Lincoln Park Zoo, Soldier Field, and more. And it's not just Chicago - on a clear day you can see four different states (Indiana, Wisconsin, Michigan, and of course Illinois). Over a million people visit this much-loved attraction each year. Join them and get the opportunity to soak up history and panoramas of the place that Frank Sinatra called. Make it your kind of town too! Experience the Windy City like never before from the unparalleled vantage point of 103 floors above ground! Recently renovated, this iconic Chicago landmark offers breathtaking views of the city and its landmarks, complemented by museum-quality exhibits and interactive technology celebrating Chicago's rich history. Formerly known as the Sears Tower and once the tallest building globally for over 25 years, the Willis Tower still stands as a proud symbol in the Chicago skyline. As you ascend nearly to the top of the second-tallest building in the US, prepare to gaze 400 meters straight down to the ground. Marvel at the all-ages appropriate exhibits packed with fascinating insights into Chicago's past, from Mrs. O'Leary's cow to the infamous Curse of the Billy Goat. Immerse yourself in a 9-minute movie recounting the city's architectural dreams and realities. Upon reaching the observation deck on the 103rd floor via the rocket-speed elevator, be captivated by stunning panoramic views encompassing Wrigley Field, O'Hare Airport, Lincoln Park Zoo, Soldier Field, and beyond. On clear days, behold the spectacle of four different states visible from this towering perch: Indiana, Wisconsin, Michigan, and, of course, Illinois. Join over a million annual visitors in experiencing the allure of this beloved attraction, and make Chicago "your kind of town" as Frank Sinatra famously sang.
Address | 233 S Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60606, USA. |
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Category | Attractions |