San Antonio History Tour

Discover the major Texan city's secrets with this San Antonio History Tour. You'll explore the center, learn about the Hispanic heritage, and see the Missions National Historical Park.

Description

When booking, choose between three different tour itineraries. All include pickup and drop-off at your hotel, an English-speaking guide, and durations between 4 and 8 hours. Details of each option are below:

Downtown San Antonio tour

This tour of old San Antonio features colonial houses and colorful facades of La Villita. The journey begins at HemisFair Park, then proceeds to the Briscoe Western Museum of Art, showcasing Wild West culture. You'll visit Saint Paul's Square and pass by the historic Buckhorn Saloon. The tour includes the San Fernando Cathedral, the oldest cathedral in the U.S., and ends at El Mercado, the largest Mexican market in the U.S.

San Antonio River Lock, Japanese Garden, & Missions National Park tour

This tour starts at 1 pm with pickup from your hotel. First, visit the San Antonio River Lock, then explore the Museum Reach. The tour continues to the Japanese Tea Garden, featuring koi ponds and a tea house. Finally, it includes the Missions National Historical Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, highlighting landmarks like the Mission of the Conception and the Alamo.

Combo tour

The all-inclusive combo tour starts at 9 am with hotel pickup, combining highlights from both previous tours. After eight hours of exploration, the tour concludes, providing a deep appreciation for the city's history and culture.