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Combine a walking tour, scavenger hunt, and a bar crawl into one epic outing when you embark on this app-led adventure. This fun, self-guided tour involves a series of trivia questions and clues as it leads you past several landmarks to to several of San Antonio’s watering holes. Complete challenges and purchase drinks for a fun night out whether you’re a tourist, local, or new in town.

Discover the history and highlights of San Antonio on a small-group walking tour. Stroll through the city’s historic downtown and riverwalk stopping at several landmarks including the Alamo fort, the San Fernando Cathedral, and the Yanaguana Garden. While you walk, your guide regales you with stories about San Antonio’s history and architecture.

Explore San Antonio’s unique place in Western history on a half-day morning coach tour. Pass by dozens of historic sites and modern attractions while learning about the city’s rich confluence of cultures and the events that shaped it. See Alamo Plaza and historic hotels, learn about bluesman Robert Johnson’s local recording sessions, and see where residents get their cultural fix at the Tobin Performing Arts Center and Briscoe Western Art Museum. Discover even more and complete your grand city overview on an optional afternoon tour.

Explore San Antonio at night with a guided walking tour, riverboat cruise, and three course dinner at the Tower of the Americas. This is for your small group of 7 max, and you’ll get collected from your hotel and dropped off after. You’ll visit several stops along the way, where you’ll bypass any lines, including the Alamo and the Tower of the Americas.

The Ultimate San Antonio Taco & E-Bike Tour Most visitors only see the River Walk; we take you where the flavors are legendary. This isn't a "sample" tour—it’s a high-energy culinary journey on premium e-bikes. We skip the tourist traps for the city's heavy hitters, including the iconic Puffy Taco and a Michelin-recommended BBQ brisket taco. Why book this experience: Effortless Exploration: Your pedal-assist e-bikes let you cruise through downtown and Hemisfair without breaking a sweat. You'll cover way more ground than any walking tour. Michelin-Level Flavor: Enjoy 4 full-sized premium tacos at elite spots where locals actually wait in line. No small samples here—this is a full culinary experience. Art and Culture: Between bites, we navigate past world-class murals and landmarks. You get a front-row seat to the city's vibrant street art. Small-Group Vibe: We keep groups intimate for VIP service and the best photo ops. See why we’re the Taco Capital of the world.

While in southern Texas, visit the San Antonio Zoo to see thousands of animals from around the globe. Encounter majestic lions in Big Cat Valley or marvel at rhinos and zebras in the all-new habitat. San Antonio Zoo blends conservation, education, and fun, offering affordable entertainment year-round. Streamline your visit by booking your ticket in advance, so you don’t leave anything to chance, and bypass the long lines.

Explore San Antonio at your own pace, anytime! On our Texas sized adventure, we will be exploring San Antonio and discovering it’s historic story. At you pace. This tour is powered by our walking tour app. It offers: - Professional narration and story telling - Edited with music to set the mood. - Best price in town! - Go at you own pace - The tour never expires - Listen again after taking it on location Along the way you’ll see the Alamo, River Walk, La Villita, St Joes, San Fernando Cathedral, Camino de Galvez, Spanish Governors Palace, O Henry’s, river theater, bridges, the largest Mexican market and many more sites. And you’ll hear the stories of San Antonio’s history starting way back in the beginning, to the Alamo, the riverwalk, the markets, writers, Spanish history, Texas history, Mexican history and so much more. I’ll meet you at the Alamo.

Discover San Antonio's rich history and sordid past during a ghost walking tour around the city. Join a small group and walk through the River City stopping at several landmarks to hear eerie stories about the past. Walk down the River Walk, through the Alamo, past a few hotels and a theater to learn about the paranormal activity that lurks behind their walls.

Let a guide arrange transport from San Antonio to Fredericksburg, a quaint town with historical German roots. You’ll take a scenic drive into the Texas Hill Country in the air-conditioned comfort of a minivan. On arrival, enjoy free time to explore the shops, museums, wine tasting rooms, and local restaurants as you stroll around town.

"Our UNESCO Missions Heritage Stories reveal the authentic cultural fusion and colonial mysteries spanning 300 years that no other tour uncovers. With 15+ years of deep local research, we share the real stories behind each World Heritage site - from 88-year-old Friar Olivares' founding vision to indigenous artisan Pedro Huizar's rose window love story to the complex cultural negotiations that created something entirely new at each mission. This intimate small group experience allows us to explain original frescoes, hidden symbols, and cultural survival strategies while connecting dots between Spanish colonial ambitions and indigenous adaptation. Discover why Mission Concepción remains unrestored, how Mission San José became the 'Queen,' and the agricultural innovations at Mission San Juan that sustained four missions. This is cultural immersion with San Antonio's premier heritage storyteller - not basic mission touring."

Experience the dark side of San Antonio on a ghost tour that stops at several of the city's supposedly haunted bars. Your costumed guide navigates for you as you listen to chilling stories about landmarks and unmarked points of interest often missed by visitors. An intimate group size and time to grab a drink (own expense) make this a popular choice for both visitors and locals in the area.

Experience a real, live rodeo right in the heart of Texas at the Tejas Rodeo Company just north of San Antonio. Your general admission ticket grants you access to all the fun on Saturday nights. Guests can watch the opening ceremony, the longhorn cattle entrance, bull riding, barrel racing, and much more during the evening. After the rodeo, enjoy a live country and western band at the covered pavilion.

Experience San Antonio like never before on the City Lights Night Tour, where the city’s rich history and vibrant culture come alive under a blanket of stars. Glide through downtown on an open-air trolley, taking in iconic sights such as The Alamo, River Walk, and San Fernando Cathedral, all beautifully illuminated. This 1-hour 30-minute adventure is perfect for capturing stunning night-time photos, with expert conductors sharing fascinating tales about each landmark. Enjoy a curated soundtrack that complements your journey, making it a sensory delight as you discover the magic of San Antonio after dark. - Enjoy a scenic 1-hour 30-minute tour on an open-air trolley - See famous landmarks like The Alamo and River Walk lit up at night - Perfect for photography enthusiasts with designated photo-op stops - Expert guides share stories and music inspired by local culture

See San Antonio’s mission story and historic downtown in one smooth, small group ride. Travel in a clean, air-conditioned Mercedes Metris with a maximum of 6 guests, with pickup from downtown hotels within 2.5 miles of Alamo Plaza. You will stop at San Pedro Creek Culture Park, Alamo Plaza for live narration and outside photos, the Japanese Tea Garden, and Mission San José for a guided visit and time to explore. Between stops, enjoy drive-by storytelling of Mission Concepción, the River Walk, the Spanish Governor’s Palace, and San Fernando Cathedral. This experience is built for travelers who want the major highlights without long walks. I keep the pace relaxed, share clear history plus local legends, and adapt to your interests and mobility needs. No tickets are required for the planned stops. Alamo visit is outside only. No inside entry is included.

Many tours show you the Alamo. We show you how 300 years of Spanish, Mexican, and Texas history connect into one powerful story. This experience is carefully structured to give you: • Context • Storytelling • Architecture • Culture • Political history • Local insight All in one seamless experience. Customers can choose 1-2-3 hours

Save on visiting top San Antonio attractions with a San Antonio CityPASS® that lets you choose the places you want to visit—with options ranging from the San Antonio zoo to river cruises and more. While booking each place individually would be pricy, this customizable pass cuts costs without giving up any flexibility. Since you have nine days to use the pass, you can explore at your own pace.

Explore San Antonio's history at night with us! Watch as the city illuminates and showcases it's beautiful culture and immense history! Glide effortlessly through historic sites on our eco-friendly electric micro shuttles. Our tours blend modern convenience with the charm of the past, offering an efficient and enjoyable way to discover the rich cultural tapestry that defines downtown San Antonio.

Discover the historic missions of San Antonio, Texas on this private tour. Join a historian guide to walk around the structures stopping at the Espada, San Juan, San Jose, and Concepcion missions. While you explore, your guide regales you with the history of the structure and how the Catholic outposts were built to spread Christianity to the local natives.

NOW BOARDING: The Ghost Bus Pub Crawl From the award-winning creators of Sisters Grimm Ghost Tours Introducing our newest tour—The Ghost Bus: Pub Crawl. This isn’t a walking tour. You’ll be driven in a fully air-conditioned bus to San Antonio’s most haunted bars. No sweating, no sore feet—just chilling stories, cold drinks, and unforgettable stops. We’ve been voted one of the Top 3 Best Ghost Tours in the Nation by USA Today for the past 5 years—and now we’re raising the bar with this one-of-a-kind haunted experience. If you're looking for a night out that's eerie, exciting, and effortlessly fun—this is it. Haunted bars. Historic tales. Just spirits with your spirits. Tickets are limited. Reserve your seat before it vanishes.

Skip your usual night out at the bar with this tour of San Antonio’s oldest and most haunted pubs. Meet your theatrically-trained guide at Alamo Plaza and head out in search of at least four haunted bars while your guide regales you with spooky yarns and true stories about local ghosts and hauntings. Your cover charges and exclusive drinks are covered at each stop.

From the first step of your guided adventure, I will share fascinating stories about the history, culture, architecture, and personalities of San Antonio, including the back story of the Riverwalk, a hotel that was towed through the city streets, another that had the rooms lifted up and stacked on top of each other, and I'll share what happened during the siege and battle of the Alamo in 1836. There's the Tower of the Americas, San Fernando Cathedral, our Lovelock Bridge, the most haunted hotel in San Antonio, the quaint Arneson River Theater, and Marriage Island, where over 300 couples tie the knot annually. Take your photo on the famous Selina Bridge. Hear how Johnny Cash, Rudolph Valentino, Carol Burnett, Phil Collins, Babe Ruth, Davy Crockett, and Queen Elizabeth II are all connected to the city. I'll gladly answer your questions, leaving you with many memorable stories to share...PLUS...it's a great way to get in your "steps" Remember...every step forward is a step back in time !

Eat and drink your way through San Antonio’s history with this unique private tour that combines the city’s legends and lore with some of its best bites and sips. Meet your guide at the Alamo before heading to a riverwalk bistro for lunch (own expense). Afterwards, enjoy cocktails (own expense) at the landmark Menger Bar (favorite watering hole of Teddy Roosevelt and his Rough Riders) and visit the oldest—and most haunted—hotel in Texas.

Stroll through the most historic city in Texas with this self-guided walking tour of San Antonio’s famous Riverwalk. As you walk this scenic path, uncover stories of Spanish explorers, Texan revolutionaries, and this amazing city. Hear the story behind The Alamo and visit this iconic symbol of Texas independence. Plus, visit La Villita Historic Village, the oldest neighborhood in San Antonio, filled with cute shops and historic architecture. After booking, check your email/text to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action while connected to WiFi or mobile data. Enter the password, download the tour, and enjoy it offline. Follow the audio instructions and route from the designated starting point. New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want. This is not an entrance ticket to attractions along the route. Check opening hours before your visit.

Alamo & San Antonio Missions VIP Tour With Private Transportation Enjoy a stress-free, private tour with comfortable pickup and drop-off—no traffic or parking worries. Experience personalized storytelling with flexible pacing, tailored to your interests in history, culture, and faith. Stand at the iconic Alamo and hear the powerful stories that shaped Texas. Travel in comfort with climate-controlled transportation, perfect for families, couples, seniors, and small groups. This intimate experience goes beyond sightseeing, offering a meaningful connection to San Antonio’s heritage and unforgettable memories without the crowds.