360 Chicago: 94th Floor Views & Drink at CloudBar

Forty seconds to the clouds: Chicago from 1,000 feet up

You skip the ticket line, ride up in seconds, and spend your time on the 94th floor with a drink in hand, looking out over Lake Michigan and the Chicago skyline. The CloudWalk mural gives you a photo moment, and the MagniCity app explains what you're seeing. Plan for an hour or two depending on how long you linger at the windows.

Step-by-step itinerary

Visit 360 Chicago Observation Deck

• Take elevator to 94th floor
• View Chicago and Lake Michigan
• Watch 3 of 77 documentary
• Explore CloudWalk 3D mural
• Enjoy Chicago-themed cocktail at CloudBar

The experience

The elevator climbs 1,000 feet in 40 seconds (one of the fastest in North America), and you're standing on the 94th floor of 875 N. Michigan Ave before your ears finish adjusting. The windows wrap around, and suddenly Lake Michigan spreads out below like something from a different planet. On a clear day you can see four states from up here. The observation deck sits in the heart of downtown, steps from Michigan Avenue's other attractions, so it slots easily into an afternoon without eating up your whole schedule.

Your Sip and View ticket gets you past the line and straight into the security checkpoint, then up to CloudBar, where you order one drink from their rotating menu: beer, wine, or cocktails, all Chicago-themed. The bar sits right at the windows. You're holding a drink and looking down at the city's architecture, the grid of streets, the curve of the lake. There's a documentary called "3 of 77" that plays on the concourse level, a short piece about Chicago neighborhoods that gives you context for what you're seeing. It's not required viewing, but it helps the skyline make sense.

The CloudWalk is the thing people photograph: a 3D mural by artist Nate Baranowski that covers the ground and windows with an optical illusion designed to make you feel like you're stepping into the clouds. It's a bit much, but it works. The concourse has been recently remodeled, so the whole experience feels current, not dated. If you want more adrenaline, TILT is available as an add-on once you're up there: a thrill ride that tips you forward and gives you downward-facing views from the same height, though it costs extra and isn't part of your ticket.

The MagniCity app loads before you go and gives you a guide to what you're looking at, neighborhoods, landmarks, distances. Wheelchair access runs through the whole building, and public transit stops nearby if you're not driving. Weather and visibility matter here. If the day is too cloudy or hazy, 360 Chicago will reschedule your ticket for up to a year out rather than refund it, so pick a clear forecast if you can.

What’s included

• Your ticket includes one beverage from CloudBar's rotating menu of beer, wine, and cocktails, access to the CloudWalk murals on the ground and windows, the newly remodeled concourse experience, and the MagniCity app to guide you through what you're seeing.
• You skip the ticket line and proceed directly to security.
• TILT and any upgrades beyond the Sip menu are purchased separately on site.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day27 departure times: the first at 09:00, the last at 22:00

Book up to1h before

AgesAdult (21 and older) · Under 21: can't be included in the booking

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

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Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by 360 CHICAGO Observation Deck (Formally John Hancock Center)

Is this one for you?Pick this if you want Chicago's best skyline views without arranging transport or spending hours in a ticket queue: the skip-the-line access and fixed drink inclusion mean you're up and looking out within minutes of arrival.

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Top questions

How long does it take to get from ground to the 94th floor?

The elevator ride takes 40 seconds. Total time on the observation deck depends on how long you stay. Most visitors spend 1–2 hours.

What's included in the Sip and View ticket?

One beverage from CloudBar (beer, wine, or cocktail), access to the CloudWalk murals, the concourse experience, and the MagniCity app. You skip the ticket line but still go through security.

Can I upgrade my drink?

Yes. You can upgrade from the Sip menu to the Elevated menu for an additional $8 once you're on site.

Is TILT included?

No. TILT is a separate paid add-on available for purchase at the observation deck.

What if the weather is bad?

Tickets are non-refundable due to weather or low visibility, but 360 Chicago will reschedule your ticket for up to a year.

Is it wheelchair accessible?

Yes. All areas, surfaces, and elevators are wheelchair accessible, and service animals are allowed.

Where exactly is 360 Chicago located?

875 N. Michigan Ave (formerly the John Hancock Center) in downtown Chicago, steps from other Michigan Avenue attractions.

Can I see four states from the 94th floor?

On a clear day, yes: visibility extends to four states from the observation deck.

Do I need to book in advance?

Your ticket allows you to skip the ticket line and go straight to security, so advance booking saves time, especially on busy days.

Is there parking nearby?

Public transportation options are available nearby. The listing does not specify parking details. Contact the venue directly for parking information.