We will be in Chicago next week and were wondering is the observation deck preferable to the 95th Floor for picture taking. I was interested in having the buffet lunch at the Signature Lounge but not if we can't step out and take photos.
Thanks for your response

flowerpatch, when you get into the elevator, they ask if you want to stop at the observation deck first or go straight to the restaurant.

cd

AFAIK, the 2 venues do not use the same elevator.....

The observatory deck elevator is a dedicated elevator for the deck only.

The 95th Restaurant and the 96th Signature Lounge have their own elevators.

AA
Thanks for correcting me, I guess I was confusing it with the CN Tower.

It's been quite a while since I've been up there, but last time I was, there wasn't anywhere to take pictures (other than through the windows) in the restaurant or Lounge. If it's changed, I hope someone will post with that info. But my guess is that, for picture taking, you're probably better off going to the observation deck.

CAPH52-you are correct, the observation deck is where you can "step out" to take photos, but it does have a fence...if you have a small lens, you may be able to shoot through it. The windows on either the lounge or observation deck floors are just fine for photos - I got some great ones there last year.

It is easier to take photos on the observation deck...no tables of people to work around.

To be honest, between Sears and Hancock, I preferred the view from Hancock Tower better. But correct, if in Signature Room, you may have to ask someone to move their head before taking a photo. That's not so bad, is it?