Entertainment
Observation Deck
Flags Over Texas
A visit to the Tower of the Americas wouldn't be complete without a stop at the Flags Over Texas Observation Deck, which offers mesmerizing views of the city below. Photographs on the deck's floor pinpoint landmarks to help visitors identify their surroundings, and historic photos provide wonderful discussion points to enhance your experience.
Here, you can also learn about the history of the six flags that once flew over Texas from captivating murals that line the walls. Read about Mexico's attack at the Alamo, French explorer Louis St. Denis' mapping of the Camino Real Trail, Spain's domination of Texas for more than 300 years and much more.
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Skies Over Texas 4D Theater Ride
Included in the price of a Tower Ticket.
The Skies Over Texas is a sophisticated ride that takes visitors on a high-flying trip across the Lone Star State. The 4D theater ride zooms in on such scenes as a Friday-night high school football game, working up-close-and-personal with a space shuttle at NASA and more.
View The Preview TrailerANGRY BIRDS: THE 4D EXPERIENCE
Your favorite characters from the world’s #1 mobile gaming franchise fly onto the big screen in Angry Birds: The 4D Experience! Red’s worst nightmare comes true when the piggest of all pigs – King Pig – and his cohorts ambush the Angry Birds’ home to steal those treasured eggs. Watch out for the pigs’ never-ending bag of tricks on land and in outer space! Swarms of buzzing bees and massive TNT explosions are brought to life with captivating special effects and eye popping 3D!
MOWGLI’S 4D JUNGLE ADVENTURE
Mowgli, a fearless boy raised by wolves, embarks on his most daring adventure yet when he discovers his tiger cub friends are in danger of being captured by evil poachers. Never one to back down from a challenge, Mowgli unites his animal friends to prevent harm to one of the jungle’s own. Hilarious chaos ensues as a plan to protect the tiger cubs is hatched by the pack of unlikely allies including a formidable black panther, a goofy sloth bear, a caring elephant and a ruthless tiger. Mowgli’s 4D Jungle Adventure highlights the unique beauty of all animals in a story of camaraderie, perseverance and justice.
The Gift Shop
Located at the base of the tower, our expansive gift shop offers a unique selection of novelty gifts, toys, headwear and apparel to take home as a remembrance of your trip to the top of the Tower. In addition to distinctive Texana merchandise, you will find souvenirs of San Antonio and the Tower of the Americas.
Don't forget to stop by our Build-A-Bear Workshop! Bring the family to create their very own special furry friend and build a memory that will last a lifetime!
On your visit to the Observation Tower, take a moment to have your photo taken in a unique San Antonio backdrop and have it ready to pick up when you depart.
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