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    The Alamo

    4.3 (1.5k reviews)
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    Dale S.

    You should definitely remember the Alamo... but that might be a little bit harder than you think. The Alamo was great but it was one of those places (like the Statue of Liberty for me personally) where it just feels smaller than you expected it to. I guess we hear so much about some of these places and things that they get really built up in our head and that's kind of sad because it can lead to some disappointment when we actually get to see them for ourselves. The grounds are well kept, clean and easy to walk through. There were a lot of people when I visited but it still had a calm feel. There are displays and historical markers that give context to everything and basically covers the essentials of the history here. I'm glad we stopped here, but I don't know if this is something that you would do more than once. It can get really packed but it's definitely a must do if you're in the area. And don't worry because it doesn't take as long as you think it might.

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    Babette C.

    How can you give anything but 5 stars to a national monument. We came after hours, so the museum was closed, but I appreciate the outdoor displays showing the way the fort looked over the years with information, the statues, and the ability to take a picture in front so that anyone can see it no matter what time. Next time I'll remember to get there during business hours.

    James C.

    I was lucky to be in town for work staying five minutes away. I got to sneak away for a half hour to see the famous San Antonio landmark. What a great slice of history. It's free to go inside however, you have to pay for entry into the shop? Go figure. Surrounding they are doing tons of construction, but there's also a bunch of historical placards going over the history. It's always crowded, but it's spaced out. Great way to kill an afternoon. The Alamo In! I remember

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    Lisa C.

    The Alamo is a well kept museum that is very informative and educational. Best part is it's free. You have to get your tickets online before you go and there is usually a small line to get into the museum. What I noticed most was all the beautiful bronze statues and all of the employees seem to be very happy and accommodating and can help you find your way around the museum. There are guided tours that you can pay for that seemed really fun. A lot of the tour guides had lots of great information and were really enthusiastic and playful and so if I were to go back again, I would take the guided tour. Also not a lot of shaded areas so I recommend wearing a hat.

    Missy M.

    I truly believe everyone should stop in and see this remarkable piece of history! The city has done a phenomenal job up-keeping and maintaining the historic buildings and displaying modern architecture that correlates to the historic architecture used during this time. It was so fascinating to see older medical tools used during this time, cannons, gardens, tools, etc., they even had cats who kept mice away to prevent diseases. Overall excellent work keeping history intact !!

    Cherise B.

    I came here in 2010 and again today. Much of what made the previous experience special was that the Alamo wasn't trying to cash in at every opportunity. It was maintained by donations. And I get needing to raise money, but not to the point it becomes a subpar tourist attraction. This is a place where hundreds of men were killed. I won't get into the history behind the Texas Revolution but before, you had to maintain a reverent disposition while in the museum and chapel. You took your hat off inside the building. You took an opportunity to quietly wander the grounds of one of the oldest buildings in Texas. Now, the displays show cringey 3D graphics attempting to pass as photos, and the scan doesn't even work on the bottom corner. The gift shop is outrageously priced (which is why I'm shocked I found a decently priced history book), but I will say they had a good selection of books. You can't go inside the chapel unless you have tickets, which you have to go across the street for and then return. I am very disappointed in this experience, especially since I have been here during a time where the experience and history meant something. If you know nothing about the Alamo and happen to be in San Antonio at the River Walk, it's worth checking out. But I wouldn't go out of my way for multiple trips.

    Sasha K.

    Visiting The Alamo makes Texas history feel real the moment you step onto the grounds. The structure is instantly recognizable and more striking in person. there is a small chapel and museum which are full of artifacts, documents, and exhibits about the 1836 battle and the people who fought in it. You can take your time reading about the events or take a pause to soak in your surroundings. Right after, make sure to enjoy the upbeat downtown San Antonio full of tourists, great food and a nice boat ride.

    Amesha R.

    I enjoyed learning about history and how the events from the past have shaped the future. Despite the construction happening in the area it was still easy to move around and read the plaques really a good place to stop and visit

    Jason M.

    It's the Alamo, so if you are in San Antonio, you should see it. What else can be said that hasn't been mentioned? You can see the outside 24 hours a day, it looks pretty at night and it is a safe area. If you go inside, it's free for just the church or the grounds but costs money to get in the museum. The museum is nice, very informative. The Alamo itself is worth an hour, add 2 more for the museum. Very neat place to see in person, Id do it again

    Patrick L.

    Who doesn't know about the Alamo? Seeing it in person is still impressive, even if it's smaller than I expected. That actually makes the experience feel more personal and focused. I wandered around both inside and outside, taking my time and soaking it all in. The stonework, the quiet interior, and the contrast between the historic mission and the surrounding city create a strong sense of place. The recently completed Alamo Plaza really enhances the site. It's hard to imagine that city streets once ran through the area because now the space feels open, intentional, and thoughtfully reimagined. It gives the Alamo room to stand on its own and makes the whole visit feel calmer and more immersive. There's a large gift store adjacent to the site with a wide mix of stuff. Some of it is genuinely cool and well designed, and some of it leans delightfully kitschy. It's fun to browse and you're almost guaranteed to find something that catches your eye. Definitely worth visiting if you're in San Antonio, whether you're there for the history or just want to see a landmark you've heard about your whole life. 5 stars

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    LJ H.

    Great place to visit and to learn a lot of history about early Texas and its important role is shaping the United States. Make sure to get your tickets online ahead of time so you don't have to go get tickets on site. I also like how close this is to the River Walk. You can spend the whole day at these 2 places.

    Mike P.

    One of the things we had wanted to do when we visited San Antonio was see the Alamo. With several different choices, we went with the self-guided tour along with an audio device to narrate the tour. Being great fans of history, what we thought would be an hour or so tour tuned into about four hours of some fascinating Texas History. We listened to our audio devices and walked the grounds at our pace exploring everything the Alamo had to offer. It was a fascinating piece of history. There is an additional museum of Alamo collectors item from musician Phil Collins and David Zucker (director of Airplane! and Naked Gun) that was truly fascinating as well. This museum also included the bike used in Pee Wee Hermans Movie that was shot there. If you are a student of history and true Texan, you must absolutely visit the Alamo to learn about this very important piece of Texas history. Highly recommended!

    Ryan D.

    A UNESCO World Heritage site, everyone who visits San Antonio, Texas should see The Alamo. My husband and I went to The Alamo right after landing and getting our rental car. Sometimes schedules can change when travelling and I wanted to make sure that we saw this landmark. While we were there, the site was under construction. They are adding an educational center and more plaza space. What was open still remains a testament to those who spent time there and gave their lives to defend their homeland. Learning the detailed history of The Alamo will give you a greater appreciation for what people went through during the battle. Tickets to the attraction can be purchased in the visitor's center and is well worth the money.

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    Where ever you can find it. There are paid lots all over the area.

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    Yes. In fact, the day that I had gone, it was raining.

    Is it free and can you just show up or do you need to book beforehand?

    The Alamo( church) is free. No photos allowed inside. But for $7.00 you can do an audio tour of the grounds.

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    What a great experience visiting this art museum again! The last time I was here was in 2016 on a…read moreschool field trip, but now that I live in the area, I've been taking advantage of the free Tuesday events at local museums. This was our second museum visit of the summer while my sister is staying with me. I feel like they've added so many new exhibits since my last visit, or maybe I just rushed through everything back then. This time, I really took my time reading about the artwork and exhibits, and it made the experience so much more fascinating. Each floor had its own unique collections and displays to explore. My favorite part was the Chinese vases exhibit. I don't remember seeing it before, and it was incredibly interesting. It was something completely new to me and definitely stood out during the visit. It was a little warm inside, but nothing that took away from the overall experience. The staff was very friendly and welcoming, and we had a wonderful time. I definitely plan on bringing my other sisters here in the future. Highly recommend checking it out, especially on the free admission days!

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    Absolutely beautiful museum! Perfect for a day out and not overwhelming one bit. I happened to luck…read moreout and observe this museum on one of their free entrance days- the first Sunday of the month. Best to arrive around opening time to get parking up close. A sculpture garden surrounds the museum so there's plenty of areas to stroll and take photos. This museum resides in a gorgeous 1920s Spanish colonial revival residence built by Marion McNay. The building itself is art with its wood detailing, arches, and intricate tile ceilings and floors. The actual art collection consisted of over 20,000 items, but only some are displayed and occasionally on rotation. The collection embodied European and American art of the nineteenth century, twentieth, and twenty first centuries. Sooo much to see- paintings, special exhibits, vase collection, Angelica Raquel Mystic Threads, sculptures, and a lovely garden/pond/fountain containing koi. The museum has a gift shop, restrooms, and a special collection of art displayed by many artistic school children. My new found artist I discovered here was Carl Rice Embery. A pure Texan, his art was amazing ! Initially I thought the pieces were photographs, but up close they are actual paintings. That's how realistic they are. Simple Texan scenery. We had a great time and would definitely come back!

    Beautiful collection, architecture, landscaping and grounds at this museum. Their garden in the…read morecourtyard is so peaceful and stunning. We enjoyed visiting on a weekday, it wasn't crowded and nice to walk around to see their permanent collection. They have a small gift shop but I wish they had a cafe! Maybe I missed it but I didn't see one. Worth the visit and would love to come back. They seem to have different events. Parking in their connected lot.

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    This is a beautiful museum to visit especially on the first Sunday of the month if you're a local…read more It's a rather small museum compared to others but the curation of the exhibits are so well done and if you have the time to absorb the history and beauty of the culture of our western world then you'll enjoy seeing the mini Alamo, gun wall, tribal wear, and other western historical items.

    My wife and I love exploring the area and today we took a trip to the Briscoe Western Art Museum…read morewith two other friends who grow up in San Antonio. I have visited many Museums such as the Huntington Library, the Getty and the Gene Audrey Western Museum. We really enjoyed ourselves. The museum is a perfect size, not too big and not too small. There is a nice mix of what is on display, from an excellent collection of spurs, paintings, and artifacts. My favorites were the paintings. Most museums have very old famous painting, but the Briscoe has a large number of paintings which have been painted recently. Now don't get me wrong, Blue Boy at the Huntington is an amazing painting but the paintings at the Briscoe were so vivid and captivating. I wish I could have purchased at least a dozen of them. The colors were bright, which made me wonder if this is what it would have been like looking at a Van Gouh a year after it was painted? Even though there were contemporary painting, the subject matter was distinctly western capturing a style unlike anything I have seen before. The staff was super friendly and very helpful. For instance, we asked what's the best way to go through the museum. Start one the 3rd floor and work your way down. We highly recommend making a day of it. If you get hungry, take a break and come back. If your budget is tight, the first Sunday is open the Bexar county residence for free. Enjoy the experience.

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    4.2
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    2.1 mi

    What a great space to get kids energy out! Met up with some of my TLG mamas and their kiddos to…read morehave a little playdate here and I honestly didn't know what to expect, so we went with doing the day pass ($18 per person ages 1+) yes it's pricey, but I also can see how much these kids can do! You can probably guess that we upgraded to the family of 4 year pass ($180, but used our day pass cost to include into that membership). Thinking ahead here, when it will get stupid hot later in the summer time, great way to take the kids to burn their energy and not get stir house crazy being inside all day - great way to break up the day from all the screaming and jumping around. The exhibits: wow, SO much variety! It's basically 2 stories, downstairs is the main floor area, and options! When you first enter, there's giant toy puzzles shaped as gears, then another room that takes you to a full on pretend city arena where there's little tykes cars for these kids to drive around in this pretend city, a HEB store front, airplane simulation, trolley, car wash, vet office, etc. so fun for these kids! Then another room where there's instruments like a giant piano and other fun things for kids to explore. Outside, there are 2 areas, one is a bubble play area to explore ways to play with bubbles in SO many different ways. Another outside area, playground with a giant slide, water play area with boats and things that you can imagine with water. For over stimulated kiddos, there's a room downstairs that's called a "calming room" where it's much quieter than out in the open if you need time to decompress from the chaos. Upstairs, there's a pretend to play with tools and right next to it and where you can assemble flowers. Now food wise, there's a Café Bakery Lorraine downstairs which include their macaroons, sandwiches, snack platter, crossiants, etc. It's a little pricey, but at least it's good! You are allowed to bring snacks, water inside, but not outside food like actual meals. Parking: it's free and first come first served out in the front area. Overall, we'll be back since we're now members! Excited to keep taking the kids here as there is so much to do here!

    I finally got back to the Doseum. It's been years since I've been here. FYI: Admission was $18 for…read moreme and my child (total $36). The price can be expensive for parents with multiple children. Even on family day (free admission), tickets are taken within seconds. Anyway, we visited on Saturday and even though it was crowded, we managed to experience and view lots of exhibits. This is truly a children's museum where children can interact and touch some exhibits. Parking is free and plentiful. The cafe food is OK and moves quickly.

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