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875 North Michigan Avenue
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Streeterville, Chicago
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"95th Floor offers some of the best views in the city"(6 Tips)
"If you take a photo from the observation deck, turn off your flash."(6 Tips)
"The Signaure Room at the 95th has THE best view in the city!"(99 Tips)
"Go here for a better view of the city than from the Willis Tower"(5 Tips)
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HISTORYAugust 15, 2012One of Chicago’s tallest buildings, this 100-story structure opened in 1970 and rises 1,127 feet above the ground.
naveenSeptember 18, 2011the restaurant near the top has got okay food, but the views will more than make up for it. even better on a cloudless moonlit evening–the moon will cast a huge light over lake michigan
An architectural marvel grab a stiff drink and take in the best view of the city at the Signature Lounge on the 95th floor.
Ami H.September 7, 2023Completed in 1969 & formerly called the John Hancock building, it was officially renamed 875 North Michigan Avenue in 2018. Also, Chris Farley was found dead in his apartment on the 60th floor in 1997
Shubham DattaAugust 6, 2014Great views of Chicago from the observatory. Go around 6-7 PM in the summer to view Chicago during the day, sunset, and at night. Absolutely gorgeous.
Sean MillerJuly 25, 2017We took a cab from Navy Pier and it was with every penny. Traffic and parking can be a challenge on the weekend.
Adam SmithJanuary 30, 2016You have to check out signature lounge. Free to get up there. Just buy a drink when you're there and take in a great view!
Sean RobertsonAugust 15, 2012Best date spot in Chicago: Signature Room. Restaurant higher than the observation deck an Loung above that. Go 30 min before sunset for an experience neither you nor your date will forget. :-)
Ken CarsonDecember 21, 2010Barbie and I had an anniversary dinner at the Signature Room, and the only thing more beautiful than the view atop of Chicago was the girl sitting across from me.
Obadiah PoundageJune 13, 2012The Signature Lounge offers the best view in Chicago and it comes at the price of a drink. Daylight and evening offer two distinct experiences so try and set aside time to come twice, it's worth it.
I Wanna Go ThereNovember 2, 2011It is currently the fourth-tallest building in Chicago and the sixth-tallest in the United States. Have a beer or in "The Signature Room" on the 95th Floor.Amazing amazing views, even more at night. Read more- Sean RobertsonAugust 15, 2012Designed by Skidmore Owings and Merrill, the lead engineer, IIRC, was Fasler Khan, the same guy behind the bundled tubes concept used on the Sears Tower (and later reused by SOM for the Burj Khalifa).
Greg SmithJuly 8, 2013The view of the city from the Signature Lounge (96th floor) is even better than that of Willis Tower, and you won't have to wait in line for three hours.
Julie WoodgateSeptember 6, 2013The lifts to the Signature room are at the back of the first floor (up the escalators). Get food or drinks in there and save yourself the observatory fee (arguably a better view too)
StefanieOctober 17, 2014Ridiculously beautiful view...especially at night. No pic can do it justice so do check it out live.
- dele deleJune 22, 2011The back room is probably the best place to post up. The drinks are generous and reasonably priced. The serve of a rare brand of booze called "whiskey". Give it a try.
Konstantin PoletayevSeptember 12, 2013Outstanding night views on the night Chicago. It's better to see itself. Just WOW!
Ale AlvarezDecember 7, 2014If you come here, do it by night and try Willis Tower in the day. You'll have the best photos from both places.
Karen PageDecember 2, 2010Went twice met great people both times...I love Chicago. what everyone says about the Ladie's Room is true - it's a shame I couldn't share the amazing view from there with my hubby (men's room has no
Brett W.October 10, 2013At 1,128 feet (344 m), it is the third-tallest building in the city. It was designed by Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) and developed by Jerry Wolman Associates.
Temirlan DauletkaliyevMarch 12, 2014The best view to the city! Try to go before sun goes down to experience one the gorgeous views.
Hildo JuniorSeptember 8, 2011Maybe the only skyscraper in the world with a nice view, seated and with no fee to go up, to have a look on the city... Definetly wortj coming to the bar on the 96th floor!
C RApril 19, 2017Use the valet public parking on the road perpendicular to the tower. $12 for an hour and increments of $2 every hour after that
Chicago TribuneSeptember 27, 20111,127 feet tall. Rises 100 stories above the northern end of the Magnificent Mile. Did you know the building was a "brace tube"? Read more at
The Ritz-CarltonMay 24, 2016Enjoy 360 degree views from 1,000 feet above Lake Michigan and Chicago’s famed Magnificent Mile.- Zach Solomon-BeloinMarch 7, 2016The Signature Room on the 95th Floor offers some of the best views in the city, and it's free to get in. Drinks and food are expensive, but the experience is worth it.
Jason CloningerApril 23, 2010Anniversary dinner, after dark, with the city lights as an amazing view. Dinner was incredible, as was dessert. Plus, the Sous Chef was nice enough to say hello to my wife, who is an Italian Chef! Read more
Go up to the signature lounge for some great views!!
Mathias HaasOctober 19, 2012Signaturen Room in 96th Floor for Free, go up there Save Money! Observatiry costly! Amazing view!
- Brian WenteJuly 24, 2011The Signaure Room at the 95th has THE best view in the city! Make sure to get a window table. A great lunch choice for any occasion.
Fritz EichelbergerMay 15, 2011What was the last year the food was good here? Avoid fancy cocktails, just drink a scotch or whiskey you are familiar and especially avoid the overcooked surf & turf. Great views!!!
Miss KJuly 12, 2014Go first thing in the morning, in the middle of the week. It will feel like you almost have the building to yourself- Scott KleinbergJanuary 8, 2012If you take a photo from the observation deck, turn off your flash. The light will only bounce off the glass windows and ruin your pic. This goes for daytime and nighttime pics.
Heather TenneyJanuary 17, 2010Don't pay for the observatory! Get drinks and appetizers or desserts at the Signature Lounge--two floors above the observatory. You'll save some $ but the view is spectacular & the atmosphere is too!
The helix ramp on the E side of the bldg is the entrance to the garage, operated by Standard Parking. Hourly and daily rates are steep. You may want to look into a basic monthly pass starting at $305
Amis ✩January 1, 2013Try the Chilled Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail - Fantastic shrimp and the sweet tartar added a great flavor
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Samantha LeeJuly 17, 2016Signature Room & Lounge are great places to take visitors. Spectacular view!
Eric StreeperJanuary 7, 2011The surf and turf is delicious, especially after some choice libations, but will not fill you up. Get a martini. Service is slow but friendly, but this works to your advantage while taking in the view
Benjy WeinbergerMay 4, 2012Not quite as tall as Wills (aka Sears) Tower, but top floor has amazing views and fascinating display on history of Chicago.
- Amis ✩January 1, 2013Try the wild mushroom salad - With pomegranate seeds and a type of artichoke hush puppy. SO good!!!!!
- Amis ✩January 1, 2013Try the Cheesecake - The dressing was caramel. It was great all by itself!!!! Best cheesecake!
Michael SalazarAugust 23, 2016If you are over 21 rather than going to Sky Deck just grab a drink in the Signature Lounge
Betsy TuohyJuly 27, 2010Skip the $ fee for the observatory and go one floor up to the lounge for a $$ drink that includes the view for free! To avoid the line, tell them you have dinner reservations instead to get up faster!
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875 North Michigan Avenue
875 N Michigan Ave (btwn Delaware Pl & Chestnut St)
Chicago, IL 60611
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Chicago, IL 60611
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