Is 360 Chicago / Tilt Better Than Skydeck? (Review PLUS Free Entry Hack)

Chicago has two supertall observation decks, they are among the best things to do in the CHI. Which one is better -- 360 Chicago & Tilt vs Skydeck & The Ledge?
The John Hancock Center & Sears Tower are two of the Windy City's most iconic skyscrapers and as of 2021 are the only ones to offer observation decks to the general public.
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Want those epic views from the John Hancock Center (875 North Michigan Avenue) but don't want to pay for admission to 360 Chicago? Be sure to check out the Signature Lounge!

[@LuisGustoComedy]

Have you been to 360 Chicago and/or Skydeck Chicago? Which do you prefer?

[@VNeisler82]

I have family in Chicago,so I have done both. I’d say that I certainly enjoy the view from the Hancock,more than the view from the Sears Tower. Skydeck and TILT are both “must do” when visiting Chicago,though!

[@nel7136]

Best way to book for tickets??

[@chicitygamer]

I haven’t been to the John Hancock in years but recently went to the Skydeck but I tend to agree that the views are better at the John Hancock.

[@adearmom]

I miss my Chicago! I will always refer to Willis Tower as Sears Tower. I grew up in Chicago. I moved to NC and I've been here 20 years. Best food will always be in Chicago. It's still the best for many things.

[@mangat8482]

Need recommendation on the best pizza place in Chicago more family-friendly

[@rodneyhennings3414]

👏🏼👏🏼 Thank you!! I also, will never call that building "875 North Michigan" or, Sears Tower "Willis Tower".......... never!!👌🏾

[@TravelwithTasha393]

I love the 360 sky deck!! It gave you a view of Chicago from every different angle!! It was so good!!

[@natasiam2229]

Would looove a video of recommendations for the best bars in Chicago. Going in November w my boyfriend! Cant wait

[@christinnna355]

Truly enjoyed the 360 and Tilt when I visited Chicago a few weeks ago!!! It truly allows you to see the Amazon view and fall in love with the city and history shown!

[@Rosafit620]

Amazing shots of the city. Simply beautiful! Thank you for the tips on when to buy our tickets… We will be sure to check out the forecast on the day we plan to go for an amazing experience.

[@LuisGustoComedy]

Much appreciated! Don't know why they no longer have a Chicago resident discount -- they need to bring it back 🤑

[@Love-zj5wg]

I have only been to the Skydeck but 360 Chicago is on my list for my next trip. Watching your video makes me regret not going to it first. Love your videos, keep up the great work.

[@LuisGustoComedy]

Both offer a cool experience - I think you will really enjoy 360 😁

[@mylsseason3013]

very nice place

[@omarhernandez6518]

You have great content my man, your videos keep getting better!

[@MeljoyVivi]

I'm visiting Chicago next week. And you pal helped build my travel map 🎉

[@karizmayildo8859]

I've been there in may 2018 , it was awesome!!! Thanks for you nice videos and vlogs ....LOVE CHICAGO!!😍 greetings from Holland !! 🇳🇱

[@brogirlia7233]

Thank you for taking us along

[@robertlee6781]

Good call with “Big John”. I remember Michigan Ave backing up with people with their heads out the window looking up when it was being built. Prudential was the tallest at the time.

[@AW-wn6ig]

I just found your channel and it is the very best. I found it by accident watching your pizza video, and have been watching your fantastic Chicago views all morning.

[@davidgarcia9308]

I haven't been to the Sears Tower (and it will always go by that name) in years and have yet to go to 360, now having seen your video, I'll go sooner that later!

[@PG-tc6os]

Amazing tip. Thank you so very much !!! I loved your video.

[@user-tt5wt4ng6m]

We are visiting Chicago next month, this is this an excellent tip for the Signature Lounge to celebrate my daughter's birthday! Gracias Luis te doy una estrellita de Oro :)

[@WOWDOWN]

Nice video! I’m going to be visiting this summer. I’m going to just go to the signature lounge and spend the $30 on drinks 😂. How much were the beers?

[@MannyExploresVlog]

Those views in the observation deck are awesome, I will be in Chicago for the first time the second week of October, excited to see what the city has to offer.

[@LuisGustoComedy]

Dope! October is definitely a great month to be in Chicago

[@randombassplayer_07]

I'm all about that Signature Room!

[@LuisGustoComedy]

Yesss - I'd love to celebrate 100K subscribers at the Signature Room 🥳

[@leasing.life.]

In the restaurant on 96 were you able to get near the window or do they only let you sit in the middle section? And if you want me to ask him what was the cost of the drinks? Great video

[@janinepolanco319]

Great content bro!

[@cdcdcd6777]

thank you for the great guide. is the signature room still free? (plus drinks)

[@coldweather4066]

Aww💯Luis you are so the best I swear I love this video about our City Chicago Illinois 👍🏻so gorgeous everything 💯🔥🌃

[@LuisGustoComedy]

Thank you so much! 🙌🏼😎

[@anthonyprieto4229]

Hello, To visit 360• Chicago, is there a time limit for the visit? Thank you very much for your answer.

[@elena0928]

I will go to both using city pass, do you think 360 is better to go during the day and skydeck at night? Btw love your videos 😻

[@captziggy1]

Great Job !!! I like them Both two different views .

[@jrnubblet]

360 Chicago looks awesome. It doesn’t look too busy there. Did you go on a weekday or weekend? I’ll probably visit it during the winter. :)

[@LuisGustoComedy]

We went on a Sunday late morning / early afternoon - yea it was a pretty chill vibe ❤️

[@coconina5360]

Views of Chicago is Amazing

[@povertyspec9651]

They both are terrific. Been to both.

[@JoseJimenez-ut5em]

I've been to skydeck but not 360 Chicago. Will definitely Check it out my next visit

[@aisham92]

The Signature room, is it kid friendly? Going to Chicago Friday with my daughter (12) wanted to do the 360 but I wouldn’t mind trying out the restaurant as well.

[@karizmayildo8859]

I've been there for 10days, and went to both buildings 😍

[@SuperNewMom1]

Okay Luis! We’re here now, where you gonna be tomorrow through Tuesday? We can follow you around lol

[@jmoney-z5561]

Personally as a Chicago area resident, John Hancock is considered to be the best. The Sears Tower is great and has amazing views. Frankly, I don’t consider it to be the best imo. John Hancock feels like your in the center city and part of the vibrant metropolis. Overall John Hancock would be my observation deck!

[@slw0599]

Is the Hancock tower free to enter? And what's the weather like mid April.....thanks.

[@erickjerland1281]

I think that view from 360 is better then the skydeck, because your closer to the lake.

[@LuisGustoComedy]

Most definitely!

[@MitchellBPYao]

But can't see the building

[@LondonWalkbyLondonSocialite]

wow, Awesome! thanks for sharing. 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋

[@SuperSonicDude164]

The glass looks like its all covered with shade film. Is this true, or just how it looks in the video? thanks

[@alibi3164]

Always thankful for your videos! #gustogang

[@santiagoguerrero6079]

Hello my friend how are you?it is Worthy to pay for the Chicago City Pass? i will visit chicago whit my family for the firts time anda i dont know if its worth to pay for the pass or pay for every attraction separately ?thanks a lot and sorry for my bad english

[@tommywartime]

Can kids go up to the signature lounge?

[@carloscaycho8641]

Oh wow I so did not know that it no longer had the John Hancock name! Yes I so agree that the tilt was a bit of disappointment. I went up both of them fairly recently. They really need to clean the windows because they're full of a lot of dirty spots and that makes taking good pictures more difficult. I will say though, I live in Chicago and I prefer the Sears Tower. Prior to the elevator, the Hancock is mostly information to read while the Sears Tower has a lot of things you can take good pictures with like the huge Chicago sign, the mics on the stage, the huge displays of important people of Chicago's history, and the fake CTA. I just feel it makes it more exciting.

[@MsTia0123]

Hey Carlos! What do you mean prior to the elevators? I’m reading comments to determine which one to visit while there with my husband.

[@carloscaycho8641]

@@MsTia0123 Hey! I'm talking the elevators that take you to the observation deck. I'd highly recommend the Sears Tower! I disagree with what a lot of people here say that you can't get a view of the lake. It's not as good of a view as from the Hancock but it's still good, in my opinion. Also the Sears Tower has the ledge that you can stand on and literally a glass will be between you and the street 103 floors below. The views are epic. If you have any questions on where to go and what to do, let me know and I'd be happy to help! 😊

[@1kaceymarie]

Thanks!

[@LuisGustoComedy]

😎💯

[@jonbarr7161]

Need to visit sky deck next Trip

[@CourtneysCockpit]

Do they offer non advanced tickets???

[@TheSycaman]

I was just at the Skydeck yesterday. It was amazing. I've done Tilt twice. Loved it. And that outdoor porch. Hancock has better water views because of its location. Willis has better City views since its 90 feet higher and further into the city.

[@robertm.serrato258]

Citta Bedda! Grande’ Chicago!

[@keyboardwarrior2727]

Mucho Gusto !!!

[@JoseFlores-kl6jm]

Hey Luis, Personally I prefer the John Hancock Observatory over the Skydeck observatory at the Sear's Tower. I love the view of Mag Mile from the Observatory at the John Hancock Center especially at night.

[@Stuff-qo2km]

Good to see your back in chi after a while in NY and Miami, gotta say the hancocks views are a bit better than the sears's but ay there both worth seeing forsure 😎🙌

[@chaosbolt66]

We're gonna check this place out today. Let me know if you're in the area 😊

[@ghostscript2044]

Review the spy museum in DC!

[@dhand0178]

If you're going to spend the day in Chicago with the wife and kids and you plan to hit the Sky Deck what is another activity anybody would recommend to do before and or after to fulfill the day along with a Chicago hot dog or something LOL

[@selfcmade]

I’m about to be in the same situation did you get any suggestions?

[@ayeshanazirofficial]

Hi everyone 👋

[@jarno1208]

I did this 2016.

[@LuisGustoComedy]

Noice

[@MiguelTorres-wp6qp]

So not a long line?

[@spencermonroe637]

It's nothing better than skydeck ill take skydeck all day

[@mohamedlemrani1601]

👍👍👍👍👍

[@laurenlocd3180]

It will always be the sears tower

[@LuisGustoComedy]

💯

[@oddsandwindsocks5905]

Really 5th tallest in Chicago. I thought 4th after Sears, trump, ano,

[@ChargerXO]

We’re eating in the signature room and going to Skydeck

[@WOWDOWN]

@ChargerXO How was it? I’m planning to do the same thing in August. Put the $30 towards drinks 😂

[@pieviajero]

What would it be the best time to visit it? around 4pm?