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360 Chicago Observation Deck vs Lincoln Park Zoo

Both are endorsed by those who travel for a living. Overall, 360 Chicago Observation Deck ranks slightly higher than Lincoln Park Zoo. 360 Chicago Observation Deck scores 93 with accolades from 10 reviewers including Frommer's, Fodor's and Where.

360 Chicago Observation Deck
360 Chicago Observation Deck
9 / 10
875 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611
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Fodor's 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." Full review
Travel + Leisure 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)." Full review
Time Out Time Out
"Formerly known as the John Hancock Observatory, 360 Chicago offers dining, sights and an interactive tour far above the city streets." Full review
Not For Tourists Not For Tourists
"Zone out the tourists, and focus in on the prettiest view of the city."
Travel + Leisure 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." Full review
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Lincoln Park Zoo
Lincoln Park Zoo
8 / 10
2001 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60614
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Fodor's Fodor's
"At this urban enclave near Lake Michigan, you can face off with lions (separated by a window, of course) outside the Kovler Lion House." Full review
Concierge Concierge
"Although it's charmingly small, you should still allow yourself two to three hours to wander the paths among landmark Georgian Revival brick buildings and colorful flower gardens."
Time Out Time Out
"See some 1,200 animals, from apes to zebras, at the oldest and one of only a few free zoos left in the country." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"One of the city's treasures, this family-friendly attraction is not only open every day of the year, but it's also free." Full review
Not For Tourists Not For Tourists
"Oldest free zoo in the U.S."
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