Tower of the Americas Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience the Tower of the Americas. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• San Antonio Premium City Tour with Alamo and River Walk Cruise

• San Antonio Premium Night Driving Tour with Riverwalk Boat Cruise

• Walking Tour Along the San Antonio Riverwalk and Around Downtown

• San Antonio Driving Tour From Austin with Boat Cruise and The Alamo

• San Antonio: Alamo, River Walk, Cathedral, Cruise, and Tower Tour

Tickets to the Tower of the Americas currently cost US$19.50 for adults, US$16 for seniors and military, and US$15 for kids ages 4–12; kids ages 3 and under enter for free. You can also choose the Tower of the Americas and Go Rio Combo Ticket for US$35. The Tower of the Americas is included in CityPASS® tickets for discounted admission.

Yes, the Tower of the Americas offers one of the best views over San Antonio from its glass-enclosed Flags Over Texas Observation Deck. Head up to the top to take in the panorama from 750 feet (230 meters) above the Alamo City, plus dine in the sky-high revolving restaurant and take in a 4D movie. The tower is just steps from the San Antonio River Walk, making a stop here easy to pair with a River Walk cruise or a city tour—a great way to cover all the city's A-list sights in just a few hours.

Per one customer who booked the San Antonio Premium City Tour with Alamo and River Walk Cruise: "Our guide was very informative and explained the history of the areas we toured. We loved the observation tower and his ability to point out various buildings, etc., from the observation deck. The photos he took of us on our river cruise while he was on the walkway were much appreciated."

It depends on your mode of transportation. The 750-foot tall (230 meters) Tower of the Americas in San Antonio has three elevators that travel 800 feet (245 meters) per minute, reaching the top in 43 seconds flat. Walking up the 952 steps—roughly 60 flights of stairs—is more challenging and takes significantly longer.

Yes, the Tower of the Americas has stairs—952, to be exact, which equals roughly 60 flights. You can climb the 750-foot tall (230 meters) tower on the stairs or take one of three elevators that travel 800 feet (245 meters) per minute, reaching the top in 43 seconds flat.

Yes, the Tower of the Americas has parking in a public lot on the southeast corner of the park grounds. Parking is $10 Monday–Thursday and $20 Friday–Sunday and on special events, though the price is subject to change. There are other lots and street parking nearby.

Yes, the Tower of the Americas in San Antonio is wheelchair accessible. The 750-foot-tall (230 meters) tower, one of San Antonio's most iconic landmarks with unmatched city views, has a wheelchair-accessible elevator, entrance, parking lot, and restroom. The observation deck is spacious, making it easy for wheelchairs to maneuver.

Visit the Tower of the Americans on clear sunny days to catch unobstructed views from the observation deck. The tower is open Sunday to Thursday from 10am to 10pm and Friday to Saturday from 10am to 11pm—you can also visit quite late at night to avoid potential crowds.

There are tons of things to do when you're done visiting the Tower of the Americas. According to travelers, these are some of the top attractions in San Antonio:

• The Alamo

• San Antonio River Walk

• Spanish Governor's Palace

• San Antonio Zoo

• Japanese Tea Garden

View Viator's guide to all the best attractions in San Antonio.