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San Antonio Missions Unesco World Heritage Site Tour
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This small-group tour is the perfect way to see the missions and learn about the founding of San Antonio with its rich history and culture. Experience Spanish History, the Coahuiltecans, and the early southwest. Learn about the significance of San Antonio, San Pedro Springs, and the groups that came together to set the stage for the founding of the Presidio - San Antonio. Your experience starts downtown, see: the original La Villita; Main Plaza, San Fernando Cathedral, and Plaza de Armas. Travel along the San Antonio River to visit all the missions with stops at Concepcion, San Jose, San Juan, Espada, and the Espada Aqueduct. Tour ends at Mission San Antonio de Valero, famously known as the Alamo, or guest's hotel. Guaranteed departures twice a day, with no minimum guest requirements.
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Itinerary
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Stops at: La Villita Historic Arts VillageThe tour will start here at La Villita Historic Arts VillageDuration: 15 minutes
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Stops at: Mission ConcepcionView the original fresecos; explore the grounds; listen to the history of Mission ConcepcionDuration: 25 minutes
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Stops at: Mission San JoseLearn about mission life and the nomadic hunters and gathers; explore the church and grounds; see one of the finest examples of baroque architecture; view an award-winning filmDuration: 60 minutes
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Stops at: Mission San JuanLearn about irrigation and agriculture at Mission San JuanDuration: 10 minutes
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Stops at: The Espada AqueductSee the irrigation system used to water the mission landsDuration: 5 minutes
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Stops at: Mission EspadaExplore the church and groundsDuration: 10 minutes
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Passes by: Alamo PlazaListen to the founding of Mission San Antonio de Valero and learn about the Battle of the Alamo. A note about the Alamo: The last stop on our Missions Tour is either your downtown hotel or the Alamo (your choice). The Alamo exclusively utilizes their own tour guides or you can take a self-guided tour of the Alamo. A tour of the Alamo is not included in our Missions Tour.
Ticket Type: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Includes:
- Visit Mission San Jose, Mission Concepcion, Mission San Juan, and Mission Espada
- Live and recorded narrated history
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off at select downtown hotels
Does not include:
- Gratuities
- Tour of the Alamo. The Alamo utilizes their own tour guides or you can take a self-guided tour.
Additional Information:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Tour can accommodate wheelchairs only if the local operator is notified at least 24 hours in advance
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San Antonio Missions Morning Small Group Tour | |
Available 7/27/2024 until 6/30/2025 View Detailed Schedule | |
Morning Tour - 9:00 AM: Average group size is less than 10 guests. Pickup included |
San Antonio Missions Afternoon Small Group Tour | |
Available Now until 6/30/2025 View Detailed Schedule | |
Afternoon Tour - 1:30 PM: Average group size is less than 10 guests. Pickup included |
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