How much is the STRAT SkyPod?

From about $26-$27 online on weekdays; weekends cost more.

Are thrill rides included?

No, buy a combo or single-ride ticket.

About 10 am to 1 am; rides have shorter hours.

A controlled 829-ft freefall from the tower, sold separately.

What is the best time to visit?

A weekday afternoon, or 45 minutes before sunset. Check our live crowd tracker for your date.

Do rides close in wind?

Yes, rides and SkyJump close in high winds.

Is there a restaurant at the top?

Yes, Top of the World, a revolving restaurant.

Can I walk from the Strip?

It's far from the central Strip; take a taxi, rideshare or the Deuce bus.

The decks are enclosed and safe; the thrill rides are very intense.

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The STRAT Tower Las Vegas: SkyPod Tickets, Thrill Ride Prices, SkyJump and the Best Time for Sunset Views

Q: How tall is the STRAT Tower?

1,149 ft, the tallest freestanding observation tower in the US.

By the BeatTheCrowd team · Updated 29 October 2026 · 5 min read

The STRAT Hotel, Casino & Tower in Las Vegas

Quick answer

The STRAT Tower, at 1,149 feet the tallest freestanding observation tower in the US, has indoor and outdoor SkyPod decks about 850-870 feet up. SkyPod admission costs from about $26-$27 online on weekdays (more at weekends and in peak hours), and thrill-ride combos start around $31 with one ride, or about $44 with SkyPod plus rides such as Big Shot or X-Scream; rides aren't included in basic admission. SkyJump, a controlled 829-foot freefall, is a separate, pricier experience. The tower typically opens about 10 am to 1 am (hours vary, and rides keep shorter hours). The lift queue is longest around sunset and from 8 to 11 pm on Fridays and Saturdays. Go on a for the cheapest, quietest visit, or arrive to see the Strip light up. Hotel guests sometimes get .

Time	What to expect	Verdict
10 am-3 pm (weekdays)	Short lift lines; cheapest tickets	Best value
Sunset	Longest lift queue; best photos	Arrive 45 min early
After dark (weekdays)	Moderate; the Strip lit up	Very good
Fri-Sat 8-11 pm	Busiest; party crowds	Worst for queues

Month	Crowds	Notes
January	Moderate	CES week very busy
February-April	High	Spring events, March Madness
May	High	Memorial Day weekend
June-August	Moderate	Extreme heat; indoor deck is cool
September-November	High	Conventions, F1 race week in November
December	High	New Year's Eve fireworks peak

Ticket	Price (approx.)	What it includes
SkyPod admission	From $26-$27 weekday online	Indoor and outdoor observation decks
SkyPod + 1 thrill ride	From about $31	One of Big Shot, X-Scream or Insanity
SkyPod + multiple rides	About $44+	Varies by package
SkyJump Las Vegas	Separate, premium	829 ft controlled descent; weight and age limits
Hotel guest offers	Varies	Sometimes free or discounted SkyPod

Direction	View
South	The full Las Vegas Strip
North	Downtown and Fremont Street
West	Spring Mountains and Red Rock Canyon
East	Frenchman Mountain and the valley

Place	Distance	Why go
Downtown and Fremont Street	10 min drive	Light canopy and old Vegas casinos
Arts District	5 min drive	Galleries, bars and murals
Sahara and the north Strip	5 min drive	Fontainebleau and Resorts World
High Roller	15 min drive	550 ft observation wheel

The STRAT Tower Las Vegas: SkyPod Tickets, Thrill Ride Prices, SkyJump and the Best Time for Sunset Views

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FAQs

How much is the STRAT SkyPod?

Are thrill rides included?

How tall is the STRAT Tower?

What are the hours?

What is SkyJump?

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Do rides close in wind?

Is there a restaurant at the top?

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Can I walk from the Strip?

Do hotel guests get free entry?

Is the STRAT scary?

From	How	Time
Central Strip (Caesars, Bellagio)	Taxi, rideshare or Deuce bus	10-20 min
Monorail	To SAHARA station, then 15-min walk or short ride	20-30 min
Downtown	Taxi or Deuce bus	10 min
Airport	Taxi or rideshare	15-20 min

Hours	About 10 am-1 am; rides shorter; check daily hours
Security	Screening before the lifts
Height and weight limits	Apply to rides and SkyJump
Food and drink	Bars on the deck levels; Top of the World restaurant
Accessibility	Lifts and indoor decks accessible
Time to allow	1-2 hours

View	Height	Best for
STRAT SkyPod	About 850-870 ft deck	Highest view, thrill rides
High Roller	550 ft	Moving 360° view, drinks
Eiffel Tower Viewing Deck	About 460 ft	Bellagio fountains from above