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Tower of the Americas

600 Hemisfair Plaza Way, San Antonio, TX 78205
210 223 3101
Ranked #43 of 159 attractions in San Antonio
3.5 of 5 stars 127 Reviews
Type: Observation Decks/ Towers, Architectural Buildings, Civic Centres
Activities: Dining
Description: This 750-foot tower built for the 1968 HemisFair has unbeatable panoramic views, especially if you're in the tower's revolving restaurant.
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San Antonio, Texas
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

Head to downtown San Antonio and The Tower of the Americas for the best sunsets in San Antonio. The Chart House restaurant has close up parking (for a price). No charge for the elevator taking you directly to the restaurant or bar. Beautiful view of downtown San Antonio. Arrive at least 1-2 hours before Sunset so you may drink in... More

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San Antonio, Texas
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34 reviews 34 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012

as with any type of tower, you see a lot. This provides a great view of the city. We went during a weekday afternoon so NO ONE was there, but the 4D movie wasn't running either. At the top, there are nice historical displays that tell bits of history. Also panoramic photos to pinpoint areas of interest. If you have... More

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Boerne, Texas
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19 reviews 19 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012

Celebrating special day at Chart Resto (revolving restaurant) and get free viewing of downtown SanAntonio on the top of the tower.Nice breeze...

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Chambersburg, PA
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10 reviews 10 reviews
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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012

Went to the Tower and had dinner at the Chart House Restarant. Service was average but the meal was superb and the view was extrodinary, albeit pricey...

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Ventnor, NJ
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012

I initial found a coupon for a trip to the top of the Tower on LivingSocial.com. $11 for two tickets. Not bad. As I researched this attraction I found that there is a bar/restaurant at the top. No need to buy tickets if you just go up to the bar for happy hour!! 4:30-7 (M-F) happy hour at the bar.... More

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Leander, Texas, United States
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012

We had a livingsocial.com coupon so we went up to the observation deck. It's hard to go to SA and miss this opportunity. It was fun to see "Go Spurs" in balcony lights at the Hilton Palacio del Rio hotel. The view from the top is good, especially if you can catch sunset. Do it with a coupon to get... More

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Gray Summit, Missouri
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12 reviews 12 reviews
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

went at a slow time early in the day, view was great when we finally got someone to work the elevator but then no one came back to get us for an hour! Not sure where their staff was, and big bugs spotted all over this place, didn't do the theater or eat here b/c afraid of what might crawl... More

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Grand Rapids, MI
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23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
29 helpful votes 29 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2012

We spent a week in San Antonio and the Tower of the Americas was our first stop in order to get a good overview of the city. My elderly parents were along so I didn't mind paying the $8 to park since it was only a very short, pleasant walk to the tower from the parking lot. The grounds around... More

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Kirkland, WA
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2012

Been having a great time in SA the past few days. Thought that I had lucked out by getting a 2 for 1 deal for Tower of Americas on Living Social. Regardless of the price paid, I can't believe how poorly run this place is. First off, it's Mother's Day. Being that there's a restaurant at the top, there was... More

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Waterloo, Ontario
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2012

Revolving restaurants up high (like Toronto's CN Tower) are always a great way to see the city from above. Bonus when the food is good and so is the service. This restaurant had both.

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