360 Chicago Observation DeckvsLincoln 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
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Frommer's Travel + Leisure Show All Reviews
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." Full review
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 "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 "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." Full review
Michelin Guide 3 Stars
"Muscular and monumental, nothing represents Chicago ("the city of big shoulders") more than this 1,127ft skyscraper." Full review
Michelin Guide 0 Stars
"During the 39 seconds that the elevator takes to ascend to the 93 rd floor, your ears will pop and your stomach will drop." Full review
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Where "More than 1,000 feet above Chicago, this 94th-floor observatory features Tilt, an enclosed glass platform allowing visitors to extend out and over the Magnificent Mile." Full review
Frommer's "The view up the North Side is particularly dramatic, stretching from nearby Oak Street and North Avenue beaches, along the green strip of Lincoln Park, to the suburbs that trace the shoreline beyond." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The John Hancock Building's 360 Chicago observation deck is located 1,000 feet above the Magnificent Mile and offers 360-degree views of the Chicago skyline and Lake Michigan"
Chicago Travel Guide
June 17, 2021
Lincoln Park Zoo Fodor's
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2001 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60614
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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 "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 "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 "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 "Oldest free zoo in the U.S."
Travel + Leisure "With more than 1,250 animals, Lincoln Park Zoo ranks as one of the finest in the country." Full review
Travel + Leisure "To experience the true definition of “urban oasis,” stroll in and around this 14-acre ecosystem with the backdrop of the Chicago skyline." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Visit this urban ecosystem at Lincoln Park Zoo, where birds, fish, frogs, turtles, and insects frolic among native plants." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Stroll around this 14-acre ecosystem, with the the Chicago skyline as its backdrop, and you’ll experience the true definition of “urban oasis." Full review
Michelin Guide 0 Stars
"This 2ha working farm constructed as part of Lincoln Park Zoo offers city children a chance to commune with rural life." Full review
