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Adler Planetarium vs 360 Chicago Observation Deck
Both are endorsed by travel writers. Overall, 360 Chicago Observation Deck ranks marginally higher than Adler Planetarium. 360 Chicago Observation Deck comes in at 90 with approval from 10 reviewers such as Travel + Leisure, Where and Fodor's.
Adler Planetarium
Travel + Leisure
Not For Tourists
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Michelin Guide
Where
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1300 S Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 60605
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Travel + Leisure
"One of three venues comprising the lakefront Museum Campus, the Adler was established in 1930, making it the first planetarium in the nation."
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Not For Tourists
"Depression era wonder that thrilled millions at 1933 Century of Progress Exposition."
Fodor's
"Tells amazing stories of space exploration through high-tech exhibits and immersive theater experiences... interactive elements and real space artifacts."
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Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"It's worth the views up and down the lakefront to walk out to the Adler, which occupies a beautiful setting."
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Where
"This lakefront attraction on the Museum Campus features loads of otherworldly exhibits."
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360 Chicago Observation Deck
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Travel + Leisure
Time Out
Not For Tourists
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875 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611
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Fodor's
"Designed by the same team (Skidmore, Owings & Merrill) that designed the Willis (formerly Sears) Tower, this multiuse skyscraper is distinguished by its tapering shape and enormous X braces."
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Travel + Leisure
"At 100 stories and more than 1,000 feet high, the John Hancock Building is the 12th-tallest building in the world (for now, anyway)."
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Time Out
"Formerly known as the John Hancock Observatory, 360 Chicago offers dining, sights and an interactive tour far above the city streets."
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Not For Tourists
"Zone out the tourists, and focus in on the prettiest view of the city."
Travel + Leisure
"With views of the city from the top of the John Hancock Center, the observatory is 1,000 feet up in the air and features Tilt, a viewing platform that leans visitors over the edge of the building."
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