AAC's Top 10 List: No. 5 - The Signature Lounge (John Hancock Center)

Located on the 96th story of the John Hancock Center - one of Chicago's best known skyscrapers and great examples of modernist architecture - the Signature Lounge offers the finest nighttime bird's view of Chicago and surrounding area that can be found outside of an airplane. For the cost of a (moderately overpriced) cocktail, take in the stunning view, avoid the lines and price tag of the Willis Tower or Hancock Center observation decks, and fight vertigo with your first firmly gripping a tasty beverage. There isn't a bad seat in the house with floor to ceiling windows and the bar in the center of the room. AAC members love to take visitors to this memorable spot - we are mesmerized every time.

Located in Streeterville at 875 N Michigan Ave. Take the #3 bus all the way up Michigan from McCormick Place.

The John Hancock Center has the city's best view of the loop
because it is situated to the north of it.