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Skyscrapers

Get an up-close look at the architectural wonders that help define Chicago’s beautiful skyline.

Sears Tower - Constructed in 1974 by the Chicago firm of Skidmore, Owings & Merrill, the Sears Tower is a triumph of ingenuity and innovation. The structure consists of nine framed skyscrapers incorporated into one massive building. Standing at 412 meters and 110 storeys high, it is the tallest in North America.
233 S. Wacker

John Hancock Center - This 100-storey structure was built in 1969, also by Skidmore, Owings & Merrill. The huge X-braces are not only visually arresting; they defend Chicago’s 3rd tallest structure against strong winds blowing in from Lake Michigan.
875 N. Michigan

Aon Center - The city’s 2nd tallest building, located at 200 East Randolph, rises 82 floors and 346 meters. Interestingly, the structure was first clad entirely in marble, but the slabs turned out to be too thin. They were later replaced with thicker slabs of speckled white granite.
200 E. Randolph
Free Concerts at
Millennium Park

Throughout the summer, the pavilion at Millennium Park hosts free concerts from Chicago’s classical music ensembles.
The Views from the
Hancock Observatory

Take the fastest elevator in North America to the 94th-floor observatory of the Hancock Building (in just 39 seconds!) for spectacular views of Chicago and beyond. Views are best from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM, or after 4:00 PM.
Public Art

Some of Chicago’s finest art can be found in public. Leading the list is the untitled work by Pablo Picasso at Daley Center Plaza (at Dearborn and Washington Streets). A Jean Miro rests across Washington, and don’t miss the stone mosaic by Marc Chagall at Dearborn and Monroe Streets.
Explore the Loop

You can learn more about the Loop thanks to three downloadable audio walking tours that feature timeless art, famous landmarks and historic theatres in Chicago.

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