Skydeck Chicago at Willis Tower
$25–$50Step onto The Ledge, a glass box 1,353 feet up, for knee-wobbling views over four states.

1 S Franklin St · Chicago, IL
This La Quinta stands at One S. Franklin in the Loop, in Chicago's Financial District. You can walk to Willis Tower and its Skydeck, the Chicago Riverwalk and the Lyric Opera, and reach the Magnificent Mile and Navy Pier a little farther on. The Franklin on 2 restaurant and bar serves evenings, and there is a connected parking garage, a business center and meeting space for groups.
General stay guidance
Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.
Rates swing with the calendar
Midweek nights and shoulder-season dates are usually the kindest on price.
Read what is included
Parking, resort fees, and breakfast are the three extras that most often land on the final bill.
Ask at booking, not at the desk
Early check-in, late checkout, and room preferences go further when you request them in advance.
On a short trip, location wins
What you can reach on foot from the door matters more than the amenities list.
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Step onto The Ledge, a glass box 1,353 feet up, for knee-wobbling views over four states.
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Observation deck atop Willis Tower with glass Ledge boxes and panoramic views over four states.
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