The Hancock Observatory

312-751-3681
www.hancockobservatory.com

Included admission free with the card.

Description

Take your trip to great heights at The Hancock Observatory. The adventure beings with a 140-second thrill ride up 1,000 feet in the world's fastest elevator. Even before you catch your breath, you'll be wowed by 360-degree views from the 94th floor. You can actually see parts of Indiana, Michigan, Wisconsin, and Illinois. Just wait till you see this bird's eye view through the high-powered, talking telescopes.

Just when you think things couldn't get more sensational, the tower will take it to the next level with the all-new Sky Tour, narrated by David Schwimmer. This multimedia experience will stimulate your mind with a walk through Chicago's history and hotspots. Keep your experience on the edge with the open-air Skywalk above the Magnificent Mile, and don't miss the dramatic murals of Chicago, from marsh to metro. After taking it all in, relax in the award-winning Cafe Espression by Lavazza, (opening December 2008) and share your sightseeing inspirations over a cup of this Italian favorite. Even after you elevator back to earth, you'll still feel your head is somewhere in the Chicago clouds.

Cost without the card:

Adult $15.00, Child $9.00

Hours:

Daily, 9:00 am-11:00 pm. Last admission at 10:45 pm.

Closed

Open 365 days a year with the exception of special events. See website for event listing.

Public Transportation:

CTA: Bus #146 Inner Drive/Michigan Express to Michigan Ave. and between Delaware & Chestnut Streets.

Redemption Instructions:

Please read: important instructions on how to use your card.

Included daytime admission with the Go Chicago Card. The Go Chicago Card is accepted daily until 5:30 pm; during all other times standard admission will apply.

The Go City Card is accepted until 5:30pm unless otherwise noted; during all other times standard admission will apply.