Adventure at the Willis Tower In Chicago

Willis Tower In Chicago

Explore the views from the top of the world’s tallest building - The Willis Tower

Willis Tower, Chicago (USA)

The Willis Tower was previously known as the Sears Tower.

The Willis Tower height or the Sears Tower height is around 442.1 metre or 1,450 foot. It a wondrous skyscraper located in Chicago, Illinois. It is famed as the world’s tallest building. However, the Willis Tower, Chicago was actually 15 stories short. The tower was actually managed by Sears, Roebuck and Company, but later the control shifter to Willis Group Holdings in 2009. Since then people stopped addressing the tower as Sears Tower Chicago. Building the breath-taking tower was expensive in the past. The Sears, Roebuck and Company has to purchase the entire Quincy Street. The expense was around the U.S $2.7 million. Even though the street was purchased to build the tower, the law prevented the company from building it more than 67 stories, but still, the allegations were dismissed and the spectacular skyscraper stands in the city.

From far, the Willis Tower looks like a mighty tall structure. But, during its construction nine buildings were merged into one gigantic tower. The architecture of the tower also has the story behind it. It is believed that the design of the skyscraper was inspired by a pack of cigarettes. Bruce Graham, the architect took a handful of cigarettes and explained a way to stabilize the tower. This sparked an idea that was used by Fazlur Rahman Khan, the structural engineer behind the tower. Several plans were also made to destroy the tower by cults. However, they were stopped by the FBI on time. Plans were also made to paint the towering silver in colour too.

Things to Do at Willis Tower

Visiting this magnificent tower is a great experience for any travel enthusiast. From the Willis Tower Skydeck, a panoramic and scenic view of four states can be witnessed. The four states are Prairie, Wisconsin, Michigan, and Indiana.  This Skydeck is located on the 103rd floor of the tower. It is the highest observation deck in the world and is an exciting tourist attraction too. Purchase a Dining in the Sky package, and grab a chance to gorge on a sumptuous meal while cherishing the bird’s-eye view of the city that are meant to leave every visitor spellbound.  

Similar Destinations

Places To Visit In Chicago

Let the experts guide you to the best of this mesmerizing destination

View All

Things To Do In Chicago

Your list of the best things to do, compiled on the basis of actual traveler experiences

View All

How To Go To Willis Tower (Chicago)

Read about the best & quickest routes to save time & money, as suggested by our travelers

Popular Packages

Unlimited choices. Trusted agents. Best prices. Happy memories.

View All

Fastest Growing Holiday Marketplace

650+

Verified Agents

22 Lac+

Happy Travellers

65+

Destinations

Easy, Secure & Reliable

Traveltriangle

Verified

Stringent

Quality Control

24/7

Support

Want best packages handpicked just for you?

Fill the form and get a callback from our holiday experts

Frequently Asked Questions

Get Your Answers - before you plan your trip.

FAQ's of Chicago

Tourism in Chicago

Rated 4.40/5 ( based on 27 reviews )

  • Popular Travel Searches