Going to the Top of the Magnificent Mile: Chicago 360
Seeing the Windy City from a new perspective
To be honest, I’m generally not one for going to observation decks at the top of skyscrapers. It’s not that I don’t enjoy them — quite the opposite. But, I generally feel that they’re a little bit overpriced and overcrowded, so usually I only get to see cities from above if there are free viewpoints, or if I’m visiting a friend who lives in a high-rise apartment.
There is one notable exception to this, however, and that’s what I’m writing about today.
While visiting Chicago (not my most recent visit, but a visit before that a couple of years ago) the friend I was traveling with suggested that we go to the top of the John Hancock Tower. Technically I think it has a new name now, but I still find myself referring to it as the John Hancock building out of habit. 875 North Michigan Avenue is a bit of a mouthful.
Anyway, the observation deck itself is called 360 Chicago. As the name implies, it gives a 360-degree view of the entire city! And though the price tag was steep (it costs a minimum of $30 per person, more if you want add-ons like the TILT ride), I have to say, it was a really great experience.
From below, it’s hard to imagine being at the top, a bit like looking up at the…
