Overview:
The John Hancock Center is currently the third tallest completed building in Chicago behind the Sears Tower and the Aon Center. When the Trump Tower is completed and should the Chicago Spire see completion, they would "trump" the Hancock in height as well.
The observatory is located on the 94th floor.
Related Reading: John Hancock Center - Architecture, Facts, and Figures
The observatory is located on the 94th floor.
Related Reading: John Hancock Center - Architecture, Facts, and Figures
Location:
Hours :
Every day from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. (Last ticket sold at 10:45 p.m.)
Good to Know:
Before the addition of the ledge over at the Willis (aka Sears) Tower, I preferred and recommended this observatory. I've yet to see the new ledge, but here are some of the reasons I have historically preferred the Hancock:
- The Hancock has an arguably better location in the heart of the Mag Mile shopping and restaurant district and next to the Water Tower. That means it’s easier to make a visit to this observatory during an outing to Michigan Avenue rather than trekking over to the (arguably) less interesting business district where the Willis Tower is located.
Neighborhood:
Streeterville