About Willis Tower

Imagine having breakfast in the sky at a height of 1,353 feet above sea level, or watching in rapt attention the sun reluctantly going down into oblivion. Not had your fill of the views? Whip out your binoculars and take in the topography and the skyline for 50 km in every direction and get a glimpse of four different states in the distance. 

This is the Willis Tower, popularly known as the Sears Tower. There was a time when it was the tallest tower in the world but it was replaced by the Taipei 101 Tower. Despite this, it is still a favorite destination for tourists and locals alike. The focal point of the structure is the observatory and sky decks. There is a glass balcony whose unique design and structure leave many in awe for the stunning and scintillating views it offers. Viewing the sunset from amidst the clouds is another favorite of the people who visit here.

Must See

  • The Willis Tower is also called the Sears Tower
  • It has an observatory deck
  • The sky deck has a glass balcony
  • Sunset from the tower

How to reach

By Bus:

One can reach here from the Franklin & Adams bus stop and the Quincy subway stop

By bus, the fare cost is 25 USD

By Metro:

 The fare cost is 30 USD

By Cab:

The fare cost is  28 USD cab, and taxi the fare cost is  32 USD

By Uber/Taxi:

The fare cost is  32 USD

Tips

  • If you have a city pass and visitors pass then you should not have to wait in the queue
  • The queues are too long so one might have to wait for more than 2 hours, but never miss it
  • Bring a camera with you to catch the breathtaking moments with family and children
  • Go during offseason to avoid the crowds
  • Take binoculars, as on a clear day you can see 50 km away
  • Get to see the sunset from 1,353 feet in the air and the transition from natural to city lights
  • The walkways are filled with lots of snippets and information about the city
  • History buffs can check out the nine-minute video presentation, "Reaching for the Sky"
  • Make a reservation for breakfast at the top on the 103rd floor

Visit Time

April to September

Sunday:             9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Monday:             9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Tuesday:            9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Wednesday:       9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Thursday:           9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Friday:                9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Saturday:            9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.


October to March

Sunday:             10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Monday:            10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. 

Tuesday:           10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Wednesday:      10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Thursday:          10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Friday:               10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Saturday:           10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

 

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Waiting Time

2 hours as the queues are long

 

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Entrance Fee

No

 

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Time you can spend

3 hours

 

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Weather

Clear Sky -7.78°C

 

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