Things to do in San Antonio for self travelers

Get an insight into the glorious Battle of the Alamo by visiting the iconic Fortress accompanied by your personal audio guide! Please, note a free timed-entry ticket is required to visit the Alamo Complex. Reserve the ticket at the Alamo official website before you go. The complex has free (!) admission. By buying this audio tour, you don’t pay for your entry. However, you get an opportunity to explore the complex at your own pace, following the carefully planned route, seeing the best it has to offer, and listening to amazing stories. The most visited historical site in Texas, the Alamo Fortress, secures the history of the Texas Revolution and its breaking point – the 13-day battle at Mission San Antonio de Valero, now known as the Alamo. Learn the history of Texas's independence from Mexico by strolling amidst the ancient walls that witnessed the stiff battle of 200 Texian rebels against 1,500 Mexican soldiers. Start the tour in the Alamo Shrine, which played a key role in the battle and is still marked with the traces of the fight. Hear the story of James Bowie, William Travis, and Davy Crockett, who gave their lives defending the liberty of Texas. Alamo site showcases historical artifacts you will not see anywhere else. Tip: Plan your visit to see the free Musket Firing show every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at 11:30 am and 2:00 pm (summer season)! Note! This audio tour is not affiliated with the Alamo Complex but is provided by an independent creator.

Welcome to San Antonio, the oldest big city in Texas. This tour invites you to stroll its carefully preserved downtown and reimagine it as the Spanish missionary settlement it used to be 300 years ago. You will start touring at the newly renovated hip Pearl neighborhood overlooking the San Antonio River and make your way further along the River Walk, the city's emblematic promenade. The iconic Alamo, or the Shrine of Texas Liberty, will capture your attention with its exquisite exterior and history of the fabled fight to wrest Texas from Mexico. Later on, you will face the haunted-looking San Fernando Cathedral, yet another site of this fight. The 19th-century La Villita district will pull you into the vivid artisanal shops with its village-like ambiance. After that, the 750 feet-tall Tower of the Americas at Hemisfair Park will grab your attention as it would – at the famous 1968 World’s Fair it was built for. Then, you will see the only remaining aristocratic Spanish townhouse in Texas, the Spanish Governor's Palace, dating back to the 18th century. Next, you will drift from one colorful stall to another at the Historic Market Square, the largest Mexican-style market outside Mexico. Finally, you will come over to the landmark Casa Navarro residence to meet Jose Navarro, a famed signer of the Texas Declaration of Independence. Join this tour and seize the authentic storied past of San Antonio, where the Latin heritage mixes up with its American present!

Dive into the vibrant history of San Antonio with this self-guided audio tour designed for those interested in the city's rich culture and past. Ideal for history buffs and curious explorers, this tour will lead you through three miles of San Antonio's most historic sites, beginning at the iconic Alamo and concluding at the grand Bexar County Courthouse. Along the way, immerse yourself in the stories of time-worn streets and plazas that have seen centuries of change. The journey starts with tales of bravery at The Alamo, leads to the spiritual San Fernando Cathedral, and brings you face to face with the 18th-century political hub at the Council House site. Discover the art and life of San Antonio's first neighborhood at La Villita, shop at the Market Square, and peek at the grandeur of the Menger Hotel. The tour’s path is laced with stunning visual markers like the Majestic Theatre and Villa Finale, guiding you through narrative threads of San Antonio's evolution. Travelers will take away unforgettable memories from feeling the pulse of Mexican culture at El Mercado to envisioning influential figures at the Menger Hotel. The in-depth narrations provide not just historical facts but a sensory journey into the heart of old San Antonio's legacy.