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Panorama of Chicago File 310-956-285

Chicago, IL city

structure #756377487building

Swissôtel Chicago

existing 139.3 m 43 floors 1989

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Tip Height139.3 m
Architectural Height139.3 m
Roof Height139.3 m
Floors43
Completion1989
Structural Formskyscraper
Main Usagehotel
Status existing
Architectural Stylemodern
Address323 East Wacker Drive
Smart Address323 East Wacker Drive
CityChicago
CountryUnited States
Source: SKYDB | As of: 2026-09-18

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