San Antonio: Heart of Old San Antonio Walking Tour – San Antonio, Texas

EXPERIENCE:

Join us for a fun and informative 3 mile walking tour through the heart of old San Antonio, while you learn about San Antonio’s rich, varied and multi-cultural history as well as enjoy public works of art.

Starting and ending at 313 Alamo Plaza, your Tour Guide will guide you through the streets of San Antonio while exploring fascinating sites related to the city’s founding as a Spanish Presidio, Villa and Franciscan Mission, through the tumultuous and sometimes wild 1800s.

Along the route, you will learn of historic events spanning the 17th through the 19th centuries that shaped and defined not only San Antonio, but Texas. Your guide will engage you with stories of the Native Americans, Spanish, Canary Islander and Tejano inhabitants, as well as the Anglo and European settlers that began arriving in the early 19th Century.

The route also passes several public art installations which help bring the rich history of San Antonio to life.

Points of interest along the route – Alamo Plaza, San Antonio River, Main Plaza (Plaza de las Islas Canarias), San Fernando Cathedral, Casa Reales, Council House, Bexar County Courthouse, Bexar Heritage Center, Plaza de Armas, Spanish Governor’s Palace, San Pedro Creek Culture Park, La Villita, the Riverwalk Public Art Garden and St. Joseph’s Catholic Church.

Participants will also gain a solid understanding of the layout of the downtown area and will learn of additional places to explore while visiting the city. This tour is a great starting point for exploring San Antonio and is a great compliment to a more in-depth tour of the Alamo (on your own) or to one of our bicycle tours of the San Antonio Mission.

This walking tour is geared toward small groups interested in local history, Our guides are knowledgeable and passionate about San Antonio and Texas. We are dedicated to providing each participant a high-quality experience. If you are interested in exploring historic downtown sites with a professional guide and immersing yourself in our rich history, this is the walking tour for you!

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

Step back in time with an immersive journey through downtown San Antonio
Explore iconic town squares, such Plaza de Armas and Plaza de las Islas Canarias
Enjoy amazing public works of art that bring history to life
Learn about the people, the culture, historic downtown sites and events
Roam the Riverwalk and through historic La Villita

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