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    Scott L.

    I really wanted to stand on a ledge of glass in a window box over 100 stories over Chicago. I have to say, once I got there it was a little nerve-wracking! They give you 90 seconds to the "ledge" but you can rejoin the queue and do it over and over. We had the City pass which gives you an expedited line for the ledge experience. There was smoke in the air from Canadian wildfires but I thought it just added to the experience.

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    Saira M.

    It was really nice seeing some of Chicago history before going up to the sky deck! The elevator took us up super fast and we had a blast taking pics and being able to see the entire city!! It was worth it to me and we made great memories! There is soo much to do at the Willis tower you can easy spend a whole day there

    Alex A.

    Fun experience, however at a "high" cost as well. Like $55 per person--HINT, get the Groupon for $28!!!!! It's more that then staring down 103 floors from a glass floor. On the way there, it is a brief history of the building and what chicago has to offer like food, the Obama, sports teams..., which is very well done and great photo ops. Also, things are well organized. Each group gets 90 secs of taking all the photos from the glass floor--which is nicely monitored and you can always get in line again for a 2nd or even 3rd round! They also do take photos for you at 2 different spots, however at $40 = no thanks. Would def recommend, however get the tix thru Groupon to make ot more affordable....

    Celia Monique W.

    Let me start by saying the main purpose of this visit was to step outside of my comfort zone--because I am terrified of heights. The staff at Skydeck Chicago were all very sweet and friendly throughout the experience. As you make your way up, you walk through a series of exhibits and fun facts about Chicago, which was a nice touch and made the wait feel more engaging. It really highlights what makes the city special. Once we reached the top, I quickly realized I had underestimated just how high the building actually is. When it was time to step out onto the ledge... I completely punked out! They tell you not to look down, but of course, your natural reaction is to do exactly that. There's a photographer ready to capture the moment when you step all the way out onto the glass, but truthfully, I couldn't make it all the way out. I gave it about 2.5 seconds of bravery before my fear kicked in! Even with my moment of panic, I'm still really glad I went. It was definitely an unforgettable experience and a fun way to challenge myself.

    Anjali G.

    Fun experience. It's all inside. The view where you can see down is super busy and you have 90 secs to see. I wish there was an actual deck you could walk around on the outside. Still cool to see. It's not close to the magnificent mile so definitely need to uber.

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    Tiff H.

    Our activity while in Chicago was to check out the Sky Deck. Tickets were a bit pricey but, I would suggest trying Groupon for discounted tickets. The location is inside of building with a large food court. I was not expecting a full on museum of all of popular food, culture and celebrity natives of Chicago but, I absolutely love it. It was pretty crowded especially when we got upstairs however, the line was moving pretty quickly. We were able to take pictures and see great angles of the city. The Ledge was pretty cool. Definitely a must visit

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    Michelle A.

    I thought I came here after few years ago, but that must have been the 360. My son and I had go city passes and we took the big bus here. We didn't have reservations on time but she just added us. They had cute chicago food displays. My son and I took pictures and walked to the ledge for pictures. I did splurge and bought the $35 photos they took too. The views of Chicago from up high at 103rd floor were awesome. Highly recommend!

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    Travis P.

    I've been to many observation decks, and this one, in my opinion, isn't as impressive. It's just a short walk around one floor with nothing much besides a gift shop and the glass ledge where you can take pictures standing on the see-through glass. We finished walking around in about ten minutes. We got our tickets through the CityPASS, which gave us expedited entry (definitely worth it since the regular lines were long). Expedited entry also includes fast access to the ledge, and you can go back in line as many times as you want for photos. The regular line looked like a 1-2 hour wait--totally not worth it!

    Cecilia N.

    Must see while in Chicago. We went in expecting to do the SkyDeck overlook but were really surprised and excited to see they had a whole walkthrough prior to reaching the elevator up to the sky deck. This was an all about Chicago museum that showcased history, culture, food, architecture, sports, television, and overall Chicago experience. The SkyDeck itself was amazing. Views were nice. We had to wait in line to step into the deck and you get 90 seconds for pictures, videos, or whatever. You are able to get in line again if you want another 90 seconds. You can do this as many times as you want. Keep in mind the line gets longer the later it gets into the day. The staff was really nice and helpful with taking pictures.

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    Ken S.

    "Do one thing every day that scares you", Baz Luhrman sang. Visiting the Skydeck checked that box. (Acrophobia is REAL!) We got there in broad daylight and stayed until it was dark. Both were sensational in different ways. We saw some amazing things, in more than one sense! Plus, visiting on 9/11 made it extra special. Chicago, we were really impressed. Never forget! Just for the record, the name should have stayed "Sears Tower".

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    Joselyn M.

    I'm honestly confused on the 3.5 rating. The first time I visited Chicago, my friend and I went to the 360 Chicago Observation Deck and I prefer this experience. Being able to go through a bit of history before getting to the gift shop and the ledge is such a nice touch. If you're visiting out of town, I definitely recommend you do this prior to going on a boat architecture tour. Learning more about the architecture around the city, then seeing it in person is a nice sequence. We went at night and we maybe waited 20 minutes in line? I didn't think it was an extensive wait. It's two parties per box and you both get a photo before your 60 seconds start for your own photos. It was a little rushed but you feel grateful when you realize how much longer you would have to wait in line if this wasn't enforced. We really liked the photo they took of us and thought it was worth buying. If you buy any prints, you get all the digital photos.

    Dana S.

    Great views. A trip to the ledge will set you back $54/person plus a processing fee. Exhibits leads you to a line to queue for the elevator which takes you to the 103rd floor. Another queue to get to the ledge. Timers are set for 90 seconds once on the ledge to keep the line moving. Great views and less scary than you'd think. On a clear day it's definitely worth a visit. Several food options in the main level including shake shack and a sushi bar.

    Tiffany J.

    At the time of our visit (August 2022), the interactive museum was new. It was really cool to walk through and see the highlights of Chicago. We probably spent 20-30 minutes going through the exhibit. I liked the mock L-train ride and it felt like you were really riding the train. The museum featured things like the Chicago culinary scene, architecture, sports, and local celebrities. There were lots of photo ops too. Once we got to the 103rd floor, we didn't have to wait long to get on the deck (less than 5 minutes). It was a bit foggy and rainy so the views weren't as great, but it was still cool to be up there. The glass deck wasn't that scary (the elevator ride was more scary to me than the views from the glass floor lol). They allow 90 seconds for each party to hang on the deck so take all of the photos that you can. We did end up paying for the professional photos as a keepsake. Once you get your photos on the ledge, you can roam around and take in the views. They have a few information panels that point out other landmarks depending on the direction that you're facing. There's also a gift shop that sells Chicago themed merchandise. Even though the weather wasn't great, I still enjoyed our visit.

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    Ask the Community - Skydeck

    Can you make dinner reservations here?

    Only if you want to eat Doritos - there are no dining options on the Skydeck.

    What is the best(cheapest) parking near Willis Tower?

    There are parking garage 's down there but it's best to catch the bus it lets you off right in front

    Has anyone ordered Skydeck general admission off of Tiqets site? It's asking for us to pick a time to visit, will we still wait in line?

    Yes, you will. I went this past weekend, and asked two different workers to confirm but you still have to wait in the general admission line even if you prepurchase a time slot. Hope this helps!

    How bad are the wait times first thing in the morning on a Sunday?

    It was about 30 mins if you get there right away. People always get there and wait in line before the restaurant even opens. I recommend a reservation for guaranteed seating!

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    The Willis Tower is a cool spot in Chicago as it's home of the SkyDeck, the viewing spot on the 104th floor.

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