Tours/San Antonio/Half-Day Morning City Tour of Historic San Antonio
Viator · group up to 12 pax

Half-Day Morning City Tour of Historic San Antonio

4.7(91)San Antonio1 hour
VIATOR4.6(54)TRIPADVISOR4.8(37)

Description

This small-group tour is Part 1 of a 2 part grand overview of San Antonio, it's 300 year history, architecture and confluence of cultures. Explore the Downtown Reach of San Antonio. Stop at El Mercado- the Historic Market Square.

Tour Options

Half-Day Morning City Tour of Historic San Antonio
  • Pickup included

Itinerary

20 min

Originally settled as one of the city's first neighborhoods, is now an arts community.

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Learn of the historic park housing the Tower of the Americas, Institute of Texan Cultures, fountains, and playgrounds.

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Learn the history of The St. Paul Square Historic District, who's name comes from the St. Paul Methodist Episcopal Church, which was constructed in Gothic Revival style.

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Learn the history of Saint Joseph's German Catholic Church. Let the Driver Guide and/or Tour Guide know if you would like to take a picture for your memories. (Check out the stained glass windows).

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Learn of the history of the Battle of the Alamo

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See Paris Hatters, The Buckhorn Saloon & Museum, Majestic Theatre, Geekdom

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Learn the history of San Fernando Cathedral- founded in 1731, San Fernando is the oldest continuously functioning religious community in the State of Texas.

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Learn the history of Plaza de Armas. Let the Driver Guide and/or Tour Guide know if you would like to take a picture for your memories.

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Learn the history of San Pedro Creek. Let the Driver Guide and/or Tour Guide know if you would like to take a picture for your memories.

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Learn the history of The Southwest School of Art. Let the Driver Guide and/or Tour Guide know if you would like to take a picture for your memories.

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Learn the history of San Francesco Di Paola Church. Let the Driver Guide and/or Tour Guide know if you would like to take a picture for your memories.

60 min

Explore the largest Mexican market in the nation.

Highlights

Professional guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
Hotel pick-up and drop-off (downtown hotels only) starting at 8:30 AM

What's included

Included
Professional guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
Hotel pick-up and drop-off (downtown hotels only) starting at 8:30 AM
Not included
Guide Gratuities (optional)
Lunch

Pickup Locations & Times

We pick up from downtown area hotels starting 15 - 30 mins prior to the start of the tour. If you do not see your hotel listed or if you are staying at an Airbnb, contact local operator at least 48 hours before your scheduled tour or immediately after booking if within 48 hours of tour time. The closest pickup location will be provided.

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please note the contact info you provide to Viator is what we will use to contact you, if needed. Should you wish to provide an alternative phone number or email to reach you at while traveling, please do so when booking.

Reviews(91)

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Daniel_P
July 14, 2026
A good way to see the city

It’s not strictly a bus tour. There is opportunity to get out and walk a bit. It’s a van tour not a giant bus

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Norma_B
June 14, 2026
Great tour guide!

You'll do some walking but not too much. Bring your water because San Antonio is hot! Other travelers were friendly. We stopped for lunch and shopping.

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Lisa_R
May 10, 2026
Canceled trip!? Why?

Horrible your company cancelled our trip without telling us why. We booked several weeks in advance.

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Fred_D
April 14, 2026
Great tour with an...

Great tour with an extremely knowledgeable guide. Super professional and personable. Re commend for all

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Maria_C
February 19, 2026
Great tour

Domingo was very knowledgeable, patient and courteous. We learned a lot of history about the city during this tour. He gracefully spoke Spanish during the whole tour, accommodating as needed. Thank you

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Zenia_F
February 18, 2026
The guide was very...

The guide was very knowledgeable and accommodating. It was short enough that it did not seem overwhelming

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Ruby_R
December 24, 2025
Christmas Vacation

Excellent and very educational..Our tour guide & driver from Grey Line Bus(Domingo) he was terrific.

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Arlene_R
September 14, 2025
Interesting

Tour was informative and interesting. Guide was knowledgeable and friendly. Well worth the cost of the ticket.

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E2226GLlukew
July 16, 2025
Hex was great!

Great tour, very interesting, very scenic and Hex was a great guide! He was very knowledgeable and funny. A great morning

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Jorge_G
July 5, 2025
Knowledgeable

So knowledgeable of San Antonio! Best tour of a city. Knew most interesting and novel facts about city

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