Top San Antonio Culture

Board the stadium seating trolley and explore San Antonio’s vibrant culture and history with a combination of the Old Town Trolley Tour and Go Rio River Cruise. This 2-day ticket allows for a hop-on, hop-off trolley experience at 12 key stops, including the historic Alamo, the lively Pearl district, and the serene Japanese Tea Garden. Enjoy a 35-minute narrated river cruise that showcases iconic landmarks like La Villita and Selena’s Bridge, all while being guided by knowledgeable locals who share fascinating stories. Perfect for families and history enthusiasts, this tour offers both flexibility and insights into Alamo City. - 2-day unlimited access to Old Town Trolley plus one River Cruise - Explore 12 stops including the Alamo, Japanese Tea Garden San Antonio Museum of Art, the Pearl and more - 35-minute narrated river cruise aboard eco-friendly boats - Ideal for families and history lovers with flexible exploring options

Hear all about cases of true crime and alleged hauntings of San Antonio, Texas as a local guide shows you and your group around the city. See San Fernando De Bexar Cathedral, The Alamo, Main Plaza, and more, as your guide tells you stories of battles, gunslinger shootouts, and ghostly hotel guests.

Visit some of the historical missions of San Antonio on this half-day tour. With a guide, you'll explore these heritage sites to learn about the history of the missions and their influences on the region, plus gain insight into their significance from a San Antonio local. This tour allows you to avoid the hassle of renting a car to reach these destinations so you can relax and enjoy a pre-planned tour.

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.

Discover San Antonio and its history from the comfort of a small electric buggy for you and your party on this private tour of the city. Get picked up straight from your accommodation and pack lots of sightseeing into one experience, heading out to historic attractions like The Alamo, San Fernando Cathedral, Menger Hotel, and more.

Discover the sordid history of San Antonio as you explore the historic downtown area on this haunted pub crawl. Join a private guide for a walk through Alamo City to hear about stories that range from fallen Texan soldiers who never stopped fighting to a cold-blooded murderer who once walked the streets. Purchase a drink at each venue, if you’d like, to gain some liquid courage for these scary tales.

Discover all the famous places in San Antonio in this guided sightseeing tour of the Alamo City. This is a driving tour and a river cruise, but you will be getting out to do some walking. You'll see The Alamo and San Jose Mission and have a tour, then visit the Tower of the Americas and ride up the elevator, and end the tour with a San Antonio River Walk cruise- all arranged for you.

Experience San Antonio’s UNESCO‑listed Spanish missions in just 3½ hours on a comfortable, small‑group tour designed by a local operator. We combine expert storytelling, efficient routing, and climate‑controlled transport so you see more in less time—without feeling rushed. Unlike big bus tours, our groups stay small, your guides are San Antonio-based, and we focus on personal connections, questions, and photo time at each stop. It’s the perfect way to dive into the history, culture, and faith that shaped San Antonio, even if you only have half a day.

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.

Experience San Antonio’s UNESCO‑listed Spanish missions in just 3½ hours on a comfortable, small‑group tour designed by a local operator. We combine expert storytelling, efficient routing, and climate‑controlled transport so you see more in less time—without feeling rushed. Unlike big bus tours, our groups stay small, our guides are San Antonio-based, and we focus on personal connections, questions, and photo time at each stop. It’s the perfect way to dive into the history, culture, and faith that shaped San Antonio, even if you only have half a day.

Explore the lights and sights of San Antonio with this small-group guided tour at night. Admire the skyline views from the observation deck at the Tower of the Americas; soak up the scenery on a River Walk Cruise; and see the sights on a driving tour of San Antonio. Along the way, learn about the city and its history from guided commentary.

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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.

"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."

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.

Discover the best of San Antonio your way with flexible 1, 2, or 3-hour tours that combine walking and driving for the perfect experience. Explore iconic landmarks like The Alamo, the San Antonio River Walk, and historic districts while enjoying engaging stories from expert local guides. Choose us for a small-group, personalized experience, seamless mix of walking + driving (see more in less time), and guides who bring San Antonio’s history to life—not just a ride, but a memorable experience. Many tours show you the Alamo. It 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

Get ready for a spooky night full of ghosts and things that go bump in the night. Professional paranormal investigators will lead you on a walking tour of San Antonio’s most haunted spots, while you learn the tragic stories of spirits unable to find their eternal rest.  Learn why San Antonio is considered one of the most haunted cities in all of America…if you’re brave enough, that is.

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.

Discover the vibrant history of San Antonio on a self-guided audio tour along the iconic River Walk. This immersive experience takes you through centuries of rich narratives, from Spanish missions and Indigenous roots to the lively era of chili queens and saloons. As you stroll, enjoy captivating storytelling that reveals the architecture, culture, and identity shaped by the river’s flow. Each stop unveils unique insights, making the River Walk a living archive where every corner has a tale to tell. - Self-guided audio tour along the historic San Antonio River Walk - Explore Spanish missions, Indigenous origins, and cultural milestones - Engage with music, architecture, and history through vivid storytelling - Perfect for history buffs and casual explorers alike

Get ready to be spooked on this adult only, late-night walking ghost tour of San Antonio. You’ll hear all the stories of the sinister and sordid secrets that haunt the city. Get back into the past and learn about the previous inhabitants like opportunists and outlaws who had fateful endings to their lives, but who now spend their time haunting the streets of San Antonio.

Discover the street art of San Antonio, with a focus on murals, during this fun bike tour. Join a small group and ride through town, stopping to admire over 20 murals. Learn the history behind mural art, why it became so popular in San Antonio, and the artists who have set out to make the city as colorful as possible.

Venture into the haunted corners of San Antonio after sunset and hear chilling tales of the city's spooky history. Take in storied landmarks like the Alamo, Cathedral, and other sights while delving into their dark past, plus learn about the most famous ghosts that still wander the streets in Old San Antonio with this family-friendly experience.

Discover a side of San Antonio that few other visitors get to experience—and immerse yourself in the city's haunted history—on this after-dark walking tour. Meet your guide and group at a convenient location in the city center, and get ready to explore. In between spotting landmarks like the Alamo, you'll also head to other historical highlights and hidden corners, all while your guide regales you with spooky ghost stories.