Westgate Tower

The Westgate Tower is a historic mixed-use high-rise in downtown Austin, Texas, standing 261 feet tall with 26 stories. Completed in 1966 and designed by renowned architect Edward Durell Stone, it was the first mixed-use high-rise in the city and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The tower's construction sparked controversy over its height, which exceeded local limits intended to preserve the Texas Capitol's visibility. Today, it houses residential units, offices, and commercial spaces, making it a notable landmark for both tourists and researchers interested in Austin's architectural and political history.