Step out onto The Ledge — a glass-floor balcony jutting 4.3 feet from the 103rd floor of the Willis Tower, 1,353 feet above Chicago. Pure, heart-stopping, bucket-list vertigo over the entire city.
What to expect
Ride to the 103rd floor of what was once the world's tallest building for a 360° panorama stretching across four states on clear days. The Ledge — four glass-floored balconies cantilevered over the street — delivers an instant adrenaline hit even for seasoned travelers. Interactive exhibits on each floor narrate Chicago's rise from prairie trading post to architectural capital. Sunset visits are particularly spectacular as the city ignites below you.
Good to know
Timed entry tickets should be booked online in advance, especially on weekends or high-season port days. Located at 233 S. Wacker Drive — a 10-minute rideshare from Navy Pier. Allow 1.5–2 hours. Combine with the Architecture River Cruise for the ultimate Chicago day.