The Best Landmarks in Chicago

This is an excellent diamond in the rough across from Millennium Park. Oh, and It's Free! So if you have friends and/or family coming in from out of town, this is an excellent out of the way tourist spot. The Tile work and Tiffany dome (the largest in North America I believe) is eye catching and stunning. Being the old Chicago Library (1897) it still has the names of the old poets from history on the walls and makes a fantastic backdrop for pictures. It is also a great spot to get free booklets of what is happening in the city and surrounding areas. I usually drop by when they have been exhibiting art on the upper floors, it is usually international or eccentric work.

For us Chicagoans, 360 Chicago will always be the John Hancock Tower. The iconic tower is located on the northern part of the magnificent mile. The entrance is on the lower level of the building. There are signs where to purchase the ticket. Once I had purchased the ticket, I was directed to the elevator to the observatory deck. While standing in line, there are additional informational tidbits about the tower. Once inside the elevator, it takes less than two minutes to reach the deck. Once the elevator doors open, WOW, the views are incredible - able to walk around the entire floor. For additional funds, you can do the Tilt . The selection of windows will tilt out 45 degree

This was our second stop taking the Irish cousins around Chicago. They loved it. They were so amazed at how fast the elevator is. They loved the view from the top and we all took a bunch of photos together. It is the best tourist spot in Chicago. If its a cloudy day it can be a bummer. Loved showing off my city and really loved their reactions at how big our city is. For me this is #1. If you have people in from out of town, bring them here. Well worth the money!