Walk with a Certified San Antonio Tour Guide. If you have seen the Riverwalk and the Alamo, this is something really different. The King William District began in the 1860's when the first lots were sold. Located next to the meandering river, you will be captivated by the grandeur of these residences. Hear the stories behind 40 historic homes where many of the city's most prominent citizens lived. See the beautiful residence built by the man who created the first ice cream soda, the refuge of the eccentric socialite who was buried in her Ferrari, and the house where the inventor of the corn chip resided. Also, there's the home that had the first electric lights in the city, the house of a famous tenor who sang at the White House and another where a writer began her career. What do Elvis Presley, Lily Munster, Napoleon, Davy Crockett, and Frank Sinatra have to do with King William ? Hear these stories and many more on your guided walking tour. Every step forward is a step back in time !
In demand: 57 of the next 60 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 9.
We will take a casual stroll along the leafy streets of historic King William, and during this walking tour, you will hear the history and the stories of these grand residences. Find out about their unique architecture, those who designed and built them, and the families who lived in these stunning homes. Many of them have fascinating tales, and they have served not only as places to raise families, but there are many hidden and long-forgotten stories behind these imposing doors. We will see some treasures of life long ago in this historic neighborhood, and reminisce about the neighbors who lived here. Remember...every step forward is a step back in time.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
San Antonio King William Historic District Walking Tour lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
Prices start at $35 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.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:00 AM and 1:00 PM.
It can: 57 of the next 60 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The meeting point is We will meet at the gate of the Guenther Restaurant and Museum at 205 E Guenther St, San Antonio TX 78204, USA, and your Guide will be wearing a hat and holding a red folder. The Guenther complex is open Wed -Sun, from 8am to 2pm. Then the gate will be locked ! It is not open on Monday and Tuesday. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in EN, EN.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 15 participants.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible This Tour is mobility scooter accessible
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
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It was a wonderful afternoon. Stewart was so knowledgeable on all the homes. The neighborhood is a hidden gem and really came to life with all the stories Stewart shared. I would highly recommend this tour!
Martie...I am so glad that you and Kelly enjoyed our stroll through this beautiful part of San Antonio. These houses have wonderful stories and I love sharing their history on the Tour. Thanks for joining me. Stewart
If you're looking for local history and beautiful architecture, this is the tour for you. Stewart, our tour guide, was great! He provided visuals, and shared lots of interesting facts. Highly recommend!
Thank you Bernadette. I had a great time with your family checking out those beautiful homes in King William, and sharing the stories of those that lived there. I hope you enjoy your stay in San Antonio. Stewart
Stuart is a great Guide. He really loves the King William area in the histories surrounding it. I highly recommend Alamo city walking Tours.
Thank you Benny ! I enjoyed meeting all of you on the King William Tour, and as locals, I hope to share more stories with you one day on my Riverwalk Tour. Stewart
We really enjoyed learning the stories, history, and architecture of the King William area. Our guide, Stewart, was excellant. He had a story and the history of each of the homes in the district. His presentation was detailed without being overwhelming, well paced and a fun exchange with the six people in our group.
Scott, It was great to meet you and Debra on our Walking Tour. I love telling the stories of the stunning homes and those who lived in them. I'm glad you enjoyed that. Thanks for helping to make it a fun group. Stewart
Great tour. Knowledgeable about the historic homes and families that built San Antonio through the years. Great stories about the families that lived in those beautiful homes. I highly recommend!
Hey Diane...great to meet you and Joe on our Walk through the beautiful King William area. I am so glad you joined us, and enjoyed the stories of the houses and of life there in days gone by. Stewart
Great informative tour. Our guide researched all of the houses which made for a really interesting tour. Highly recommend this tour!
Thank you Moira. I enjoyed meeting you, Thomas and your friends on the Tour through the King William area. Thanks for joining me. Stewart
Tour guide was knowledgeable about neighborhood. Great homes blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah
Kathy, I enjoyed meeting you and Tim on our Walking Tour through this historic part of San Antonio. Thank you for taking the time to join our group. Stewart
It was a fantastic tour. We really enjoyed his very in dept knowledge. It is definately worth taking this tour.
Diane...it was great to meet you and Tim on the Tour. I'm glad that you can take away some great stories of these gorgeous houses. Stewart
Loved learning about the area’s history. The homes were descibed architecturally. Really enjoyed the stories of the families and how they each influenced San Antonia. Stewart was an excellent guide. He also had pictures of the people and their occupations
Thank you Grace. Lovely meeting you and sharing stories of these beautiful houses, and of those who called them home. Glad you made it to San Antonio. Stewart
We had a nice size group of 10 people. The walking tour started on time and lasted about 3 hours. Stewart is a wealth of interesting knowledge about the different homes and the people who owned them. He showed us extra photo information to enhance the experience. I highly recommend the adventure!
Great to meet you and Paul on the Walk Jacque. We had a fun group which made it even more enjoyable. Thanks again, Stewart
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