Half-Day Afternoon City Tour of Historic San Antonio

Discover the confluence of cultures and historic events that shaped modern-day San Antonio on a 4-hour evening coach tour. Designed to complement the optional half-day morning tour for a complete overview of the city’s history, the tour makes three stops to points of interest including the Japanese Tea Garden, the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Mission Concepcion, San Jose and the Alamo(optional). Along the way, learn Texas trivia and enjoy live narration from a local guide.

4-hour afternoon coach tour of San Antonio’s historic sites and modern attractions
Learn about the city’s 300-year-old history and rich confluence of cultures
Make three stops and pass by more than a dozen attractions and sights
See the UNESCO-listed Alamo and other missions
Designed to complete a grand city overview when combined with an optional half-day morning tour
Hotel pickup and drop-off included

What To Expect

San Antonio River

The Museum Reach features a lock and dam which is used to raise and lower boats between varying elevations along the San Antonio River
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Brackenridge Park

Brackenridge Park is over 300 acres of public space and is located in the city’s Broadway Corridor just north of downtown San Antonio.
• Admission Ticket Free

Japanese Tea Gardens

This former lime stone quarry features a year-round garden with shaded walkways, stone bridges, a 60-foot waterfall, and Koi ponds.
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Mission Concepcion

Mission Nuestra Señora de la Purísima Concepción de Acuña features original frescos and is the oldest unrestored stone church in the nation.
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

King William Historic District

Known for its 19th century Victorian-inspired mansions, this neighborhood features art studios, eateries, and relaxed coffeehouses.
• Admission Ticket Free

Alamo Plaza

Tour ends in Alamo Plaza- originally part of the courtyard of Mission San Antonio de Valero
• Admission Ticket Free

Highlight

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

Include

Hotel pick-up and drop-off (downtown hotels only)
Professional guide
Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclude

Guide Gratuities (optional)
Lunch

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