The Alamo Tours and Tickets

Q: How much does it cost to visit the Alamo in 2026?

Entry to the Alamo church is free, although you need to book a ticket with a timed-entry slot. To enhance your visit, add on the Alamo exhibitions for US$14 or an audio tour or augmented experience tour for US$10. To discover its spooky side, San Antonio ghost tours start from US$25.

Q: How long is a tour of the Alamo?

The standard Alamo guided tour—which winds through the Alamo’s battlefield and historic church and ends in the Alamo’s Exhibit (similar to a museum, with artifacts and documents)—lasts 1 hour. The self-guided audio tour is designed to last 45 minutes, though you’re welcome to go as quickly or as slowly as you like.

Q: Can you tour the Alamo for free?

While you can explore the Alamo Church for free, that’s the only aspect of The Alamo you can “tour” without cost. Both guided and self-guided tours—which include the battlefield, the church, and the on-site museum—are offered for a fee. Self-guided tours last roughly 45 minutes; guided tours last roughly an hour.

Q: Is the Alamo open every day?

The Alamo is usually open 364 days a year—every day except Christmas. The last visitors are permitted roughly 15–30 minutes prior to closing. If you’re aiming for a certain time to arrive, know that no on-site parking exists; you’ll need to park in one of the public parking lots close by.

Q: What do I need to know before going to the Alamo?

Before going to the Alamo, know that the site is mostly outdoors—depending on the season and weather, you should bring sunscreen, bug spray, a hat (please remove when inside the church), comfortable shoes, and water. You’re also allowed to bring food and drink on-site, so long as there are no open containers in any historic buildings.

Q: What are the best attractions in San Antonio other than the Alamo?

When you're done visiting the Alamo, San Antonio has several other visitor attractions to check out. Per other travelers, here are some of the top attractions in San Antonio:<ul><li><a href="/San-Antonio-attractions/San-Antonio-River-Walk-Paseo-Del-Rio/d910-a2906" class="markdown_inline_link" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">San Antonio River Walk</a></li><li><a href="/San-Antonio-attractions/Tower-of-the-Americas/d910-a9507" class="markdown_inline_link" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Tower of the Americas</a></li><li><a href="/San-Antonio-attractions/Spanish-Governors-Palace/d910-a2908" class="markdown_inline_link" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Spanish Governor's Palace</a></li><li><a href="/San-Antonio-attractions/Japanese-Tea-Garden/d910-a19037" class="markdown_inline_link" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Japanese Tea Garden</a></li><li><a href="/San-Antonio-attractions/Mission-San-Jose/d910-a16016" class="markdown_inline_link" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Mission San José</a></li></ul>View Viator's guide to <a href="/San-Antonio/d910" class="markdown_inline_link" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">all the best attractions in San Antonio.</a>

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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

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San Antonio's Ultimate Ghost and Murder Walking Guided Tour

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Experience the heart of San Antonio like never before on this immersive guided walking and river tour. Meet your friendly local guide at the historic Emily Morgan Hotel, a stunning Gothic Revival landmark just steps from The Alamo. Learn about the city’s rich history as you stroll through downtown, hearing stories that bring Texas’ past to life. Explore the charming La Villita Historic Arts Village, one of San Antonio’s oldest neighbourhoods, filled with vibrant culture, art galleries, and boutiques. Then, cap off your adventure with the highlight of the day, a scenic Go Rio River Cruise along the famous San Antonio River Walk. Sit back, relax, and take in the city’s beauty from the water as you pass by historic bridges, lively restaurants, and iconic landmarks. Then your guide will bid you farewell, leaving you free to continue exploring San Antonio’s unforgettable charm on your own.

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3 Hours Private Historic Sightseeing Tour in San Antonio

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Small group. Personal storytelling. San Antonio’s history connected from beginning to end. Rather than simply moving from one landmark to the next, Victor weaves the Alamo, River Walk, Tower of the Americas, La Villita, and San Fernando Cathedral into one unfolding story. Discover overlooked details, debated moments, movie connections, local traditions, and the people whose choices shaped the city. Questions and teasers invite you to look closer, while Victor saves the most memorable stories for the experience itself. With no more than ten (10) travelers, there is time for conversation, photographs, questions, and regular opportunities to rest. Your reserved Alamo Church entry, narrated GO RIO River Walk cruise, and Tower of the Americas admission are included. Guests have described the experience as “amazingly fun and informative,” an “excellent history lesson,” and filled with “lots of history.”

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Ultimate San Antonio Walking Experience Alamo & River Walk Cruise

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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.

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Discover the heart of Texas history on this immersive half-day Mission Trail tour in San Antonio! Travel in comfort aboard a Mercedes Metris van as you explore four iconic UNESCO-listed Spanish colonial missions—Espada, San Juan, San José, and Concepción—with engaging guided tours at each site. Admire original frescoes, historic chapels, and the stunning architecture that shaped early Texas. With convenient hotel pickup and drop-off, this tour is the perfect way to connect with San Antonio’s rich past in just one unforgettable morning or afternoon.

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Walk with a Certified San Antonio Tour Guide. From the first step of your adventure, I will share fascinating stories about the history, culture, architecture, and personalities of San Antonio. Hear about the back story of the Riverwalk, a hotel that was towed through the city streets, another that had the rooms stacked on top of each other, and I'll share what happened during the battle of the Alamo in 1836. There's the Tower of the Americas, San Fernando Cathedral, our Lovelock Bridge, the most haunted hotel in the city, 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, Carol Burnett, Phil Collins, Babe Ruth, Davy Crockett, Queen Elizabeth II and ET 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 !

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Perfect for fans of dark history and spooky stories, this experience combines a ghost walking tour with a delicious three-course meal in one easy booking. First, enjoy dinner in an allegedly haunted hotel right in Alamo Plaza as your guide shares ghost stories you won’t hear anywhere else. Then, embark on a walking tour through the streets of Old San Antonio to hear about even more ghostly sightings.

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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.

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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.

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jennifer_m, Sep 2026

Nope the tour guide sucks

The activities were phenomenal however, the tour guide was terrible. She was rude and condescending. She fussed at all of us like we were children. The only personality she had was that of a control freak and didn’t hide her contempt for us. Her only redeeming quality was that she let us do the Alamo by ourselves.

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Colleen_S, Sep 2026

Fun and educational

Nancy, our tour guide, was very knowledgeable, pleasant and informative. Anyone visiting San Antonio should book a tour with this company and request Nancy. The tour took us to all the great places that one would want to see while here in San Antonio. Nancy’s knowledge of the sites and the history made the tour entertaining and the four hours went by very quickly.

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Stephanie_A, Sep 2026

San Antonio BEST tour & guide!

Nancy Rios was an amazing guide! She was incredibly knowledgeable of all things San Antonio and was very friendly and personable as well! Would definitely recommend this tour and Nancy as the guide!

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Jennifer_C, Jul 2026

Nancy was wonderful! So...

Nancy was wonderful! So much knowledge about the Alamo. Our tour group had so much fun! Highly recommend this tour.

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Joyce_J, Sep 2026

If you have limited time in San Antonio, book this tour ❤️

I could not think of a better way to spend my limited time in San Antonio than this tour. Our tour operator Warren did above and beyond to make sure our tour went well. I appreciated his wealth of historical knowledge and could tell his heart really belongs to San Antonio. He was patient with our group as we needed a bit more time to move/ walk/make restroom stops and visit the amazing stops on this tour. Thank you for a wonderful tour!

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Know before you go

This site is a must-see for history buffs.
Book Alamo tickets online are on-site.
Don't forget to wear comfortable clothes and walking shoes.
San Antonio can get hot; be sure to wear sunscreen and drink plenty of water.
All public areas are accessible for wheelchair users.
Photography is prohibited inside the church and Long Barrack Museum.

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