Hoover Dam tickets and prices 2026 at a glance
Hoover Dam tickets come in three kinds. The Powerplant Tour costs $25 for adults and $15 for ages 4 to 16. The Dam Tour costs $40 per person. The self-guided Visitor Center costs $15 per person. Children up to age 3 are free for each of them.
The Dam Tour is sold on site only, with your whole group present, first come, first served. It can sell out. Check which tours are running before your visit, and keep the Powerplant Tour as your main plan.
Parking is a separate cost: $10 per vehicle in the Nevada garage and in Arizona lot 9. Arizona lots 13 and 14 are free.
Our picks: tours with the powerplant
The official Powerplant Tour is sold at the dam; these trips bundle it with transport from Las Vegas. The tunnels tour covers the most, the lunch tour is the budget option with the powerplant included.
Hand-picked tours, booked through GetYourGuide. Prices are indicative starting prices in US dollars (as of October 2026). Tap a tour for live availability and the current price in your currency.
Powerplant tour with a guided walk on the dam
- Powerplant and generator room
- Memorial Bridge
- Entry fees and taxes
The powerplant and generator room, a guided walk on the crest, the Memorial Bridge and the Winged Figures, with entry fees included.
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Powerplant tour with visitor center ticket
- Guided powerplant tour
- Visitor center ticket
- Hotel pickup
A guided powerplant tour, the visitor center and a walk on the dam, with snacks and drinks on the way.
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- Powerplant tour
- Walk on the dam
- Lunch
The guided powerplant tour with the generator rooms, a walk on the dam and a restaurant lunch, with transfers from Las Vegas.
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Tours that include the dam, with hotel pickup from Las Vegas, plus flights and combinations, with live prices and availability.
The three tickets compared
Prices for 2026. Children up to age 3 are free on all three.
| Ticket | Adults | Ages 4 to 16 | How to buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Powerplant Tour | $25 | $15 | At the Visitor Center, or through the online portal |
| Dam Tour | $40 | $40 | On site only, whole group present |
| Self-guided Visitor Center | $15 | $15 | At the Visitor Center |
For most visitors, the Powerplant Tour is the simplest choice. It is the cheapest guided option, it takes about 30 minutes plus a short film, and strollers and wheelchairs are allowed. Pick the Dam Tour only if it is running on your day. Pick the self-guided ticket if you want the Visitor Center and the viewing deck at your own pace.
How the tours differ
Lengths are guideline figures, so confirm them on the day.
Powerplant Tour
A guided tour of about 30 minutes plus a 10-minute film. It includes the exhibits, the viewing deck and the original exhibit building. Strollers, wheelchairs and scooters are allowed.
Dam Tour
The longer tour, with a guided part of about one hour plus the film. It does not take strollers or motorized wheelchairs, and the shaft is not accessible by manual wheelchair. Since it is sold on site only, ask at the Visitor Center whether it runs.
Self-guided Visitor Center
You explore the Visitor Center on your own, without a guide. It is a fit if you only want the exhibits and the view down to the dam.
One option outside the official counter is a small-group trip from Las Vegas, which bundles transport with the Powerplant Tour. It is described on the tours page. If you want the walk across the canyon for free, read about the Memorial Bridge.
Security, bags and rules
Everyone passes a check before entering.
The check
Expect a metal detector or a pat-down, and a check of your belongings. You can refuse the inspection, but then you are refused entry.
What you can bring
Water is allowed. Sealed food and drinks may be carried, but eating and drinking inside is not allowed. Bring little, because everything is checked.
What stays at home
Weapons, explosives, fireworks, marijuana and drones are banned. Knives are not allowed inside. Pets may not enter the crown or the buildings, but trained service animals may.
Hours and closures
The Visitor Center and tours run from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., with the last tour at 4:10 p.m. They are closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas.
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Where the tickets fit.
Hoover Dam tickets: frequently asked questions
How much is the Powerplant Tour in 2026?
It costs $25 for adults and $15 for ages 4 to 16. Children up to age 3 are free. Parking is not included.
Can I buy the Dam Tour online?
No. The $40 Dam Tour is sold on site only, with your whole group present, and it can sell out. Check which tours are running before you go.
Do I need a ticket to see the dam?
You need a ticket for the Visitor Center, the viewing deck and the tours. The footpath on the Memorial Bridge is free and gives a view of the dam. The dam itself is open from 5 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Can wheelchairs and strollers join the tours?
The Powerplant Tour allows wheelchairs, scooters and strollers. The Dam Tour does not allow strollers or motorized wheelchairs. Some small-group vans do not carry wheelchairs, scooters or walkers either, so ask the operator.
How long should I plan for a visit?
The Powerplant Tour takes about 30 minutes plus a 10-minute film, and the Dam Tour about an hour plus the film. Add time for parking, the security check and the Visitor Center.
Is hoover-dam.org the official ticket site?
No. This is an independent guide. It does not sell dam tickets and is not run by the Bureau of Reclamation, the National Park Service or any tour operator.