Chicago CityPASS bundles Willis Tower Skydeck with Shedd Aquarium as guaranteed stops, then lets you pick three more from a short list of Chicago's biggest attractions, all on one ticket valid for 9 days.
How the Chicago CityPASS works with Skydeck
The pass guarantees admission to two attractions: Shedd Aquarium, with general admission plus a 4D experience, and Skydeck Chicago, with expedited entry to the elevator and access to both the 103rd floor observation deck and The Ledge. From there, you choose 3 more from a set list that includes the Shoreline Architecture River Tour, the Field Museum, the 360 CHICAGO Observation Deck, the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry, the Art Institute of Chicago and the Adler Planetarium.
What is included in the price?
Your pass covers one time admission to 5 attractions total: the two guaranteed stops plus your 3 choices. Transportation and food are not included, and some attractions on the list require a separate reservation even with the pass, so check the current reservation rules before you plan your days.
Want a closer look? Chicago CityPASS: Skydeck Plus 4 Top Attractions, from $144 See timesIs the Chicago CityPASS worth it if I mainly want Skydeck?
Not really, unless Shedd Aquarium or one of the other included attractions is also on your list. CityPASS is built to save money across multiple paid attractions, and Skydeck alone is a small fraction of that bundled value. If Skydeck is your main goal, the standard Skydeck and Ledge ticket gets you there without paying for attractions you will not visit.
Short on time? Chicago CityPASS: Skydeck Plus 4 Top Attractions, from $144 See timesWho should book Chicago CityPASS
Families and groups planning to spend 2 or more days sightseeing in Chicago, especially anyone interested in Shedd Aquarium, get the clearest savings. It suits travelers who want flexibility across several paid attractions more than it suits a single afternoon visit focused only on the skyline.
Ready to see prices? Chicago CityPASS: Skydeck Plus 4 Top Attractions, from $144 See timesWhat to expect using this pass
You get instant mobile delivery, so there is no physical pass to print unless you prefer one. The pass is valid for 9 consecutive days once you use it for the first time, and you have a year from purchase to start using it, which gives real flexibility if your travel dates shift.
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CityPASS starts at around $144 per adult, covering admission to all 5 chosen attractions. Free cancellation applies up to 24 hours before your first use, and reserve now and pay later is available at checkout.
Short on time? Chicago CityPASS: Skydeck Plus 4 Top Attractions, from $144 See timesPlanning your Chicago CityPASS days
Reservations are required at some attractions, including Skydeck and 360 CHICAGO, so check the activity provider's own booking system once you have your pass rather than assuming you can walk in anytime. Spacing your 5 attractions across 2 to 3 days tends to work better than trying to pack everything into one long day.
Ready to see prices? Chicago CityPASS: Skydeck Plus 4 Top Attractions, from $144 See timesInsider tips for using the pass
Book your Skydeck reservation as early as you can once your pass is active, since the expedited entry line still depends on getting a time slot. Pair Skydeck with Shedd Aquarium on the same day if they are near your hotel, since both are close to downtown and the Museum Campus area.
Want a closer look? Chicago CityPASS: Skydeck Plus 4 Top Attractions, from $144 See timesHow this compares to a standalone Skydeck ticket
If Skydeck is the only attraction on your list, skip the pass and book the standard Skydeck and Ledge ticket directly. If you want Skydeck plus a guided experience rather than a multi attraction pass, the guided Skydeck tour is a better fit.
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