Step out on the glass-floored Ledge of the Willis Tower — 1,353 feet above the city — then cap the evening on Navy Pier watching the famous fireworks over Lake Michigan. Chicago's two most breathtaking vantage points in one unforgettable day.
What to expect
At the Willis Tower, step onto The Ledge — a glass box suspended over the city — for a visceral 103rd-floor perspective that makes the city feel infinite. Later, Navy Pier's fireworks reflect across Lake Michigan in a choreographed display visible from the pier's edge. The pier's restaurants and craft cocktail bars make for a refined pre-show dining experience. Together, the two experiences bookend a perfect Chicago day.
Good to know
Skydeck timed-entry tickets should be purchased in advance at theskydeck.com to skip queues. Navy Pier is walkable from the cruise terminal. Fireworks run Wednesday and Saturday evenings in summer — confirm your port day aligns. All-aboard is typically early evening; check your schedule and prioritize Skydeck in the afternoon.