- The Sears Tower SKYDECK observation deck is located on the 103rd floor of the tower. It is 1,353 feet (412 m) above ground and is one of the most famous tourist attractions in Chicago. The Skydeck was opened on June 22, 1974.
- Tourists can experience how the building sways on a windy day. On a clear day, one can enjoy the panoramic view till 40-50 miles -- the city of Chicago, Michigan, Indiana and Wisconsin.
- It takes about 45 seconds to soar to the top in either of two special elevators. The Sears Tower SKYDECK competes with the John Hancock Center's observation floor a mile and a half away, which is 323 feet (98 m) lower.
- A second SKYDECK on the 99th floor is used when the 103rd floor is closed.
- The view from the Skydeck is absolutely breathtaking.For your enjoyment on the way up, the elevators are equipped with 50-inch flat screen monitors that make you feel like you're blasting off through the top of the Sears Tower and into space - with views of the earth compliments of NASA and the Space Shuttle Endeavor.
FEATURES OF THE SKYDECK:
- Interactive Chicago history exhibits
- Multi-language (English, French, German, Japanese, Polish and Spanish) kiosks that guide you through a tour of Chicago landmarks
- Knee-High Chicago, a "kid-level" display that teaches kids about Chicago sports and history
- High-powered telescopes
1 comment:
it would be really cool to have your office in the Sears Tower.. it has an amazing view! anyway its probaly going to be too good to be true if that ever happens.
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