John Hancock Center

Not quite as tall as the Sears Tower, the John Hancock Center is still very high, 344m (1,127ft). It is usually less crowded and gives a more scenic view of the city's shoreline. There is an excellent, newly renovated observation gallery on the 94th floor, which also has the outside Skywalk. One floor up is the Signature Room, a good spot to sip a cocktail while enjoying the sunset views to the west and the panorama of Lake Michigan to the east. Architecturally, the building is striking because of its massive X-shaped cross-braces. It is also possible for visitors to ‘tour' Chicago without leaving the building, by following the ‘Windows on Chicago' virtual reality tour of 80 city sights and viewing the Chicago history wall

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