M
Seattleites in San Antonio
Really, we loved the interesting conversations we had with our tour guide and the great photos he shared with us. The San Antonio history in these bars was quite entertaining.
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Private Drunk History Tour: 4 historic bars & 5+ hours
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At a glance
- Duration
- 5–6 hours
- Price from
- $300 / person
- Location
- San Antonio, United States
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 5 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- The Barwalk
- Meeting point
- We will meet in the lobby of the historic Menger Hotel. Your guide will be in a black t-shirt that reads "Drink Up the History" with a blue bike messenger bag and can be reached
Description
Perhaps one of my reviews says it best: "Taking The Barwalk with Emzy is like visiting an old friend in his hometown and having him show you around." No scripts, no PA's and no costumes, just warm welcomes, prompt service and heavy pours await us as you leave the large groups of kitschy tours behind and enjoy the ultimate insider way to discover the absolute best of San Antonio. From the Alamo, the oldest saloon in Texas and the oldest continually operated hotel in the west you'll skip the ubiquitous franchises and follow in the footsteps of legends. Less of a regimented, memorized tour and more of a conversation you'll learn about everything from the Alamo, grisly unsolved murders, pop culture connections and the "seedier" side of and enjoy unrivaled historical research in a truly magical night all washed down with the best cocktails anywhere. Food & beverages not included
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 5:00 PM
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 15
- Adult (ages 21–80)
- $300
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
In demand: 17 of the next 30 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Menger Bar
We will enjoy a drink at the famous historic Menger Hotel and bar.
Alamo Plaza
We will spend a few minutes in Alamo Plaza learning about the world famous Alamo battle and the history of the surrounding plaza.
The Buckhorn Saloon and Texas Ranger Museum
We will enjoy exclusive access to a vast taxidermy collection and Texas Ranger museum.
We will spend enough time in the historic hotels legendary club bar to enjoy a cocktail a bite to eat and to discover the historic properties many secrets.
What's included
Included
Each guest will enjoy their own iPad for hands on access to aspects of the history.
Not included
Alcoholic Beverages
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
5 reviews
How it compares in San Antonio
- Starting price $300 is 89% above the typical $159 for tours of similar length in San Antonio
Excurgo comparison of 182 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Private Drunk History Tour: 4 historic bars & 5+ hours take?
Private Drunk History Tour: 4 historic bars & 5+ hours lasts about 5–6 hours. The itinerary has 4 stops.
How much does Private Drunk History Tour: 4 historic bars & 5+ hours cost?
Prices start at $300 per person for this San Antonio experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Private Drunk History Tour: 4 historic bars & 5+ hours run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 5:00 PM.
Does Private Drunk History Tour: 4 historic bars & 5+ hours sell out?
It can: 17 of the next 30 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Private Drunk History Tour: 4 historic bars & 5+ hours for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is We will meet in the lobby of the historic Menger Hotel. Your guide will be in a black t-shirt that reads "Drink Up the History" with a blue bike messenger bag and can be reached. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Private Drunk History Tour: 4 historic bars & 5+ hours offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 6 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(5)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
M
Great night to see the history of the town.
Was the only one for the tour but got shown more in depth than most tours in the area and was easier to get around at night for it, with each stop a decent story.
L
A definite highlight of our time in San Antonio!
History, mystery, a little pop culture, and cocktails! Emzy is a great tour guide and took us to places we would have never found on our own and pointed out so many things we wouldn't have noticed with his guidance. He has an expansive knowledge of San Antonio history and presents it in a truly engaging fashion. When Emzy talks about San Antonio you can tell he knows what he is talking about and isn't just repeating a script. He can answer almost any question and back it up with pictures and articles from his iPad. It was like going out to cocktails with a new friend that is really smart! If you are reading this, you should really book this tour. We had the best time! Thanks!!
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G
Awesome
Best time we had in SA. Emzy knows his stuff and is great company as well as extremely knowledgeable of local history myth and lore and is wise enough to know the difference.
M
Awesome tour
We happened to stumble upon this gem while looking for a bar crawl. Made same day reservations. Emzy explained the different tours and helped us make a great choice. The tour was awesome. Plenty of time to get a drink or two at each stop. Get your steps in and learn a ton about the area. Also went to bars that I otherwise wouldn't have known existed. Definitely worth booking. Tour lasted a little over 5 hours.
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