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Tower Life Building(Smith-Young Tower)
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No. 2 of Best Things to Do in Bexar CountyOpening hours of Tower Life Building
Recommended sightseeing time: 20–45 minutes
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310 S St Mary's St, San Antonio, TX 78205, United StatesMap
Phone:Ticket inquiry: +1-210-5544444
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The Life Insurance Company Building is a historic skyscraper in the United States, known for its unique Gothic Revival style. Completed in 1929, the building stands 30 stories tall and is an important part of the city's skyline. The building's exterior is known for its intricate carvings and octagonal towers, with the spire design at the top being particularly eye-catching.
The Life Insurance Company Building is not only a must-see for architecture enthusiasts, but also a great subject for photography enthusiasts. Its exterior presents a variety of visual effects in different light, especially at night when it is lit up, making it particularly spectacular. The area surrounding the building is within walking distance, and visitors can stroll along the nearby San Antonio River Walk to enjoy the city's natural and cultural landscapes.
While the interior of the building is not open to the public, its ground-floor shops and surrounding dining facilities provide convenience for visitors. While visiting the Life Insurance Company Building, you may want to make a stop by to visit nearby historical landmarks such as the Alamo and the San Antonio Museum of Art to enrich your travel experience.
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Show More ReviewsThe San Antonio Life Insurance Building is a landmark historic building in downtown San Antonio, Texas, United States. The 31-story building is 123 meters tall. The building opened in 1929 and was originally known as the Smith-Young Tower, with the Smith brothers purchasing the building in 1943. In 1953, a television transmission tower was added to the structure. A 2010 renovation removed the outdated television mast and replaced it with the tower's original design, a copper canopy with a 100-foot-tall flagpole.