Visitor information

What will I see from the Skydeck?
You’ll see the best view and best overview of Chicago. At 1,353 feet (412 meters), the Skydeck is the highest observatory in Chicago.

The view is amazing! You can see 40 – 50 miles (65 - 80 kilometers) on a clear day. Imagine seeing Michigan, Indiana, Illinois and Wisconsin, just by walking around the Skydeck. And there’s no finer view of Chicago architecture.

Do you want to know what time the sun will set on the day of your visit? Get the best of both views and plan on arriving to the Skydeck 30-45 minutes prior to your sunset time! Go to www.sunrisesunset.com for the Chicago sunset calendar.

• Museum-quality exhibits. Now the view isn’t just out the window. Visitors will see interactive, museum-quality exhibits on the inside of the Skydeck presenting Chicago’s past and present. At every turn, your guests will see more of Chicago’s history and historic characters.
• Multi-language interactive kiosks. Visitors can take a hands-on trip on these state-of-the-art computer information terminals. Each tap will guide them to a new place on a quick tour of Chicago's landmarks. Now in 6 languages. (English, French, German, Japanese, Polish, Spanish)
• Knee-High Chicago. Big or little, every kid gets the best view and overview of Chicago with this kid-level display that extends all the way around the Skydeck. Cool cut-out windows put kids eye-to-eye with Chicago history, sports and more.
• High-tech, high-powered telescopes. Everyone can see more of Chicago in detail with these binoculars.
• Internationally friendly. Our Skydeck touch and tell computers bring the skyline to life in 6 languages (English, French, German, Japanese, Polish, Spanish). Visitors can learn about Chicago's major landmarks in the language of their choice with the click of a button.