Step onto The Ledge — a glass-floored balcony jutting 4.3 feet out of the 103rd floor of Willis Tower, 1,353 ft above Chicago. One of the most thrilling vantage points on earth.
What to expect
A dedicated express elevator whisks you to the 103rd floor Skydeck in under 60 seconds. Immersive multimedia pods on the way up recount Chicago's skyline story. On the observation floor, The Ledge's transparent glass boxes extend over Wacker Drive — stepping out delivers an immediate full-body rush. On a clear day the view stretches 50 miles across Lake Michigan, Indiana, Wisconsin, and Michigan. Sunset visits are particularly spectacular.
Good to know
Book timed-entry tickets in advance at theskydeck.com to avoid waits. Willis Tower is a 15-minute taxi or rideshare from Navy Pier. Allow 60–90 minutes. Check weather forecasts — horizon views are best on low-humidity days.