Historic Chicago South Side Tour and 360 CHICAGO Observation Deck

Starting at the Palmer House Hilton this tour will take you past all the sights of Chicago’s Historic South Side. You will head south out of the Loop down Michigan Avenue past Art Institute of Chicago, the starting point of historic Route 66, Grant Park and the site of Chess Records. Your journey will continue along Lake Michigan on South Lake Shore Drive. Travelling on you will see President Obama’s home, Robie House, University of Chicago and Jackson Park and the Museum of Science and Industry. The return trip will take you through Museum Campus and past Buckingham Fountain.

360 CHICAGO observation deck, located 1000 feet above the famed Magnificent Mile in the iconic 875 N. Michigan Avenue Building (formerly John Hancock Building), offers breathtaking 360 degrees views of the city skyline and Lake Michigan. 360 Chicago observation deck is also home of TILT – Chicago’s highest thrill ride – an enclosed moving platform that literally tilts you out over Michigan Avenue from the 94th Floor. With its many interactive learning opportunities on the city’s rich history, colorful neighborhoods and its iconic architecture, along with a modern Bar and Café where you can relax and enjoy the best views of the city, 360 CHICAGO is the perfect place to enjoy an unforgettable experience.

360 CHICAGO observation deck is open from 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM 365 days a year. Admission to the observation deck ends at 10:30 PM daily.