observation deck

noun

: a platform built so that people can see or watch something
You can see into three different states from the mountaintop restaurant's observation deck.

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Moroney later shared a photo alongside King, with both striking a celebratory pose on a scenic observation deck. Danielle Minnetian, FOXNews.com, 24 Mar. 2026 At the former John Hancock Center, 360 Chicago is letting city residents enjoy the observation deck for free. Sara Tenenbaum, CBS News, 4 Mar. 2026 The fourth floor houses an observation deck for 360-degree views of Knoxville and the Smokies beyond. Caroline Eubanks, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Feb. 2026 As the afternoon light begins to shift, head up to the 360 Chicago observation deck at the top of the former John Hancock Center for panoramic views over Lake Michigan and the skyline. Lauren Schuster, Kansas City Star, 23 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for observation deck

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“Observation deck.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/observation%20deck. Accessed 31 Mar. 2026.

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