The University of Texas Tower
Austin, TX 78705
Phone: (888) 475-6633
Fax: (512) 475-6599
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- Hours:
- Box office:, Mon-Fri 8am-5pm
Editorial Review for The University of Texas Tower – by Citysearch Editors
In Short
This 307-foot structure rivals the Capitol as the tallest structure in Austin. It's one of the few local places where sightseers can view of downtown on one side and Hill Country on the other. The tower's observation deck gained national attention when Charles Whitman stood on it to shoot 16 people in 1966. After students jumped from it in 1974, the deck closed until the University installed a stainless steel cage around it in 1999.
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Insider Tips
Know Before You GoReserve one-hour tours at Texas Union Information Center or call toll free (877) 475-6633. Times vary. No tours during holidays or school closings.
The ExtrasTours usually sell out a week ahead, but there's a standby line for unclaimed tickets at the Union an hour before each tour.
ParkingThe tower is at UT's Main Building, 23rd east of Guadalupe. Many UT lots offer general parking on weekends, but read signs carefully for restrictions.
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