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The Alamo

The San Antonio Walks HISTORY TOUR (1) will be sure  to please   those interested  in learning  the fascinating HISTORY of San Antonio & Texas. Featured in USA Today's TravelTips, our experts tell her STORY, not a dry list of facts, and THERE'S NOTHING LIKE HAVING A PROFESSIONAL GUIDE! It  affords  you a more  intimate, detailed  and  insightful way  of experiencing  San Antonio.  You'll also benefit from a bit of light, refreshing exercise, and the nuances only a “Walk” provides!  See for yourself why many prefer "Walking Tours"  to any other and why so many tell us,  "San Antonio Walks is the best tour they've  ever  taken  in San Antonio,  the  US,  and  even the World".   
                                               Testimonials 
                         

                           REMEMBER THE ALAMO                                                                          
With most  of  the  original  Alamo  long  gone,  it's RE-CREATION by way of the HISTORY TOUR is always needed for a real understanding of  the battle, and no one fills in the details the way our experts do!   Let  them  tell you  the  STORY  in  a way that makes sense, and personally  address all those Facts,  Myths  & Legends  for  you!

          BUT . . . DON'T FORGET THE CITY

 

Additionally, the San Antonio Walks  HISTORY TOUR gives a rare perspective of the Alamo from the vantage point of the city's early communities. Few know how each played a key role in the "Battle of the Alamo" and affected other important events in history as well. This will be shown from where these noteworthy  events  actually took place.   You'll find this  unique  approach fascinating as it brings to life and deepens your understanding of the famous battle like no other tour.   Meanwhile, you won't miss out on the amazingly rich history of San Antonio which has made it's mark on history in ways sure to surprise you!                                    

  COVERAGE     History Tour  

Alamo - San Fernando - Main Plaza - Presidio -  La Villita - River & Walk - Missions - European & Indian Influences - Texas & Mexican Independence - Cowboy/Saloon Days  - Tejanos - Texas History - Spanish Colonialism - Much More.  FOR COVERAGE & TOUR DETAILS OF THE SIGHTSEER, KING WILLIAM & ARCHITECTURE TOURS, SEE BELOW.  FOR PRIVATE VIP & TEACHER'S EDITION, SELECT THEIR NAME ATOP THIS PAGE.

   WHEN          History,  Sightseer,  King William,  Architecture    
       
      M- Sat    9:45a  | 1:45p |  4p      Sun 9:45a | 1:45 p  
                                                                                                                           
   

 TO RESERVE 

(1) HISTORY (2) SIGHTSEER (3) KING WILLIAM (4) ARCHITECTURE  TOURS  MUST BE RESERVED IN ADVANCE by 8pm of the previous day.  Of course, the earlier the better.   For your convenience, you  may reserve  your  tour  via  Company Representative  or  Voice Message by calling  (888) 368 - 6874  or e-Mail: sanantoniowalks@live.com (preferred).  If leaving a voice message or email after 6pm, please allow till 9pm to confirm your spot on the tour.  If redeeming a pre-bought voucher, this must be noted when reserving.  To reserve the Private VIP or Teacher's Edition, please select their name at the top of this page.                                                                                                                                               

Thereafter, your request will be honored.   We just ask that  you please  do the same.  We do not require payment in advance, etc.,  as many do for this type of tour,  we just ask that you keep  your commitment as you may not  be joining a tour; YOU MAY BE THE TOUR! 

Same Day Requests: are an option, but cannot be guaranteed as with a reservation. Please call as far in advance as possible and we will make every effort to accommodate you at the normal rate if there is a tour with room that day. Special Time Requests: any time considered!  If  arrangeable, they are given at the following rate: 1 pers.= $40,  2 pers.  $60 total, 3 or more = $25 per person. 


WHEN RESERVING PLEASE  PROVIDE THE FOLLOWING:   

                            

WHICH TOUR -  History, Sightseer, King William, Architecture

YOUR NAME -  Last or full name

NUMBER IN PARTY -  4 

DAY & DATE RESERVING -  Day & numeric date, e.g., Thursday the 11th

TIME OF DAY -  According to above time schedule

PHONE NO. -  Preferably the CELL PHONE you'll have while visiting

  WHERE  

Approach your guide directly across from the front entrance of the Alamo in the park named Alamo Plaza.  Your guide will be wearing a "reddish"  shirt with "Walks" logo on the back. * For King William you have the option of meeting in the District at the corner of King William St. & E. Guenther.  Take the Blue Trolley South to the Guenther House stop.  If you have a vehicle, there is parking on King William St. Please include your choice with the information requested above.

  PRICE  

$16 per person. Under 6 yrs/ Free (up to 3 w/ 1 paid adult) CASH ONLY

  LENGTH  

Time: 2hrs.  Distance: under a mile.  There is some seating at various spots & most of tour is shaded or sunny - depending on the season. Note: Light rain or cold weather are not a problem with us.  We're willing to go if you are.



 Phone:(888) 368 - 6874    e-Mail: sanantoniowalks@live.com



       The Sightseer,  King William  &  Architecture                                                                      

                                    { T O U R   D E T A I L S }                                           

    for the Private VIP & Teacher's Edition tours, please click their name above

       The Sightseer      

While the History Tour's  narrative is  exceptional  and  has  garnered  raiseworthy reviews, you may prefer  “lighter fare”- for overview purposes.  The  “Sightseer”  will feature key Historical Elements & Sights,  yet,  mixes Mpodern ones  also.  Unlike the History Tour’s deeper details,  told in story form,  this  is  presented by  way of brief, yet significant highlights,  affording  more  photo  opportunities  &  questions,  etc., which
all ages will enjoy.             

   King William  

Mark Twain declared San Antonio, “one of the four unique cities in the US”, referring to the confluence of cultures shaping it’s character. In the mid-late 1800's, none were more impactful as immigrants from Germany, notably; as business leaders. They used the wealth created by these endeavors to build lavish homes within an enclave they named in honor of King Wilhelm I, of Prussia - known today as the King William District & Texas’ 1st Historic Neighborhood. Come and explore it's history and the unique architecture these homes exhibit along with fascinating stories of it’s influential and interesting denizens. You'll also enjoy  some lovely and rarely seen River Views!   For King William you have the option of meeting in the District at the corner of King William St. & E. Guenther; take Blue Trolley South to Guenther House stop.  If you have a vehicle, there is parking on King William St.  Please indicate which meeting place you prefer and include with the reservation information requested above.                                                                            

     Architecture   


Ever since the Roman Vitruvius wrote his, "Ten Books on Architecture",  De Architectura Libri Decem, the world of Architecture has been greatly influenced, and has expounded in many ways on it's basic, yet, encompassing themes: Durability, Utility & Beauty. In this regard, San Antonio is a surpassing model of diversity. From the early Meso - American to the Jacal & Adobe it inspired, to Spanish Mission & Colonial styles. From Baroque & Gothic to Texas Vernacular, Victorian, Art Deco, Modernism & more.