Hancock Versus Sears

The Hancock Observatory

Situated on the world famous Magnificent Mile, the Hancock Observatory offers Chicago’s best view (voted by the Chicago Tribune), spanning 80 miles and four states. Don’t miss the sweeping panoramas, birds-eye views of Navy Pier’s fireworks, or the open-air Sky Walk for an outside experience to be remembered! The newly renovated Hancock Observatory will meet your loftiest expectations!

GATE PRICE :

$16.00 for adults, $12.00 for youth.

WEBSITE:

hancockobservatory.com

INSIDER TIPS:

Visit Hancock Observatory prior to 11 a.m. on weekends and during summer months; time your visit prior to sunset to experience both day and evening views.

HOURS:

Open daily from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m.; last admission is 10:45 p.m.

PHONE:

(312) 751-3681

LOCATION:

John Hancock Center, 875 North Michigan Avenue, in the heart of Chicago's Magnificent Mile

Sears Tower Skydeck Fast Pass

Make Sears Tower Skydeck to experience what Chicago Tribune readers voted one of the 7 wonders of Chicago. View the 360-degree views of up to four states from the top of Sears Tower, the Western Hemisphere’s Tallest Building! 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.

GATE PRICE :

$25.00 for adults, $25.00 for youth. )

WEBSITE:

theskydeck.com

HOURS:

Open daily 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. April - September; 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. October though March; last admission is 30 minutes prior to closing

PHONE:

(312) 875-9696

LOCATION:

233 South Wacker Drive (enter Skydeck on Jackson Boulevard)