San Antonio Full-Day Historic City Tour

4.8
(355 reviews)

8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

This small-group full-day San Antonio tour details the history, architecture, and confluence of cultures that make San Antonio unique. With exciting narratives and sound effects about historical sites and significant events, this experience covers over 60 points of interest. You'll get a grand overview of the Downtown Reach, Museum Reach, and Mission Reach of San Antonio

What's Included

Full-day city tour by bus covering 60 points of interest
Air-conditioned vehicle
Hotel pick-up and drop-off (downtown hotels only) starting at 8:30 AM
Gratuities
Guests will have time on their own in El Mercado to have lunch

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Pick-ups available at downtown hotels. If you do not see your hotel listed or if you are staying at an Airbnb, contact local operator at least 48 hours before your scheduled tour or immediately after booking if within 48 hours of tour time. The closest pickup location will be provided.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    La Villita Historic Arts Village

    Explore the art galleries and stores selling gifts, custom jewelry, pottery, and imported Mexican folk art.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • Hemisfair (Pass by)

    Listen to the history of HemisFair '68 - the official 1968 World's Fair themed "The Confluence of Civilizations in the Americas"

    Admission ticket free
  • St. Paul Square (Pass by)

    See St. Paul Square, Historic Sunset Station- the historic Southern Pacific Railroad depot terminal

    Admission ticket free
  • Museum Reach: San Antonio River Walk (Pass by)

    Points of interests include: ButterKrust Bakery; Doseum; Botanical Gardens; McNay Art Museum; Incarnate Word University; Witte Museum

    Admission ticket free
  • 2
    San Antonio River

    Listen to exciting narratives and sounds of the San Antonio River

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • Pearl Brewery (Pass by)

    Learn the history of the Pearl Brewery complex.

    Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Historic Market Square

    Shop or have lunch at El Mercado - the largest Mexican market in the nation.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • Brackenridge Park (Pass by)

    Listen to exciting narratives and sounds

    Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Japanese Tea Gardens

    Explore the gardens, koi ponds, water fall, and tea house

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • San Antonio Missions National Historical Park (Pass by)

    Listen to exciting narratives and sounds

    Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Mission Concepcion

    Experience the history of the church, grounds, and exhibitions at the oldest unrestored stone church in the nation. See the original frescos at this UNESCO World Heritage Site.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • Southtown (Pass by)

    Listen to exciting narratives and sounds

    Admission ticket free
  • King William Historic District (Pass by)

    Listen to exciting narratives and sounds

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Gray Line San Antonio

Tags

Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Audio Guides
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
City Tours
Small Group
Top Product
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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