Remember the Alamo!

• 4 out of 5 stars by Elphie819 from Houston, Texas
• July 28, 2025

Quote: Texas was incredibly fortunate when the Alamo became a protected landmark. It's such a fascinating piece of history. Today, it is part landmark and part museum, celebrating one of the most unique parts of Texas history. Visitors get to see various... Read the full The Alamo (Mission San Antonio de Valero) review

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Great Place

• 5 out of 5 stars by ajay1861 from San Antonio, Texas
• January 19, 2025

Quote: It has a lot of history and perfect place to show kids some of our history.

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Alamo (The)

• 4 out of 5 stars by zabelle from Portland, Connecticut
• December 10, 2025

Quote: Growing up in the fifties, Davy Crockett was a hero we all revered. I think in my mind he will forever look like Fess Parker but that is another story all together. I have always dreamed of being able to visit the Alamo and to actually be here is a... Read the full The Alamo (Mission San Antonio de Valero) review

From journal San Antonio - A Multi Cultural Walk

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Alamo (The)

• 5 out of 5 stars by KRYSSYD from NORTH AURPORA, Illinois
• March 1, 2025

Quote: This place was the first place that we went to as soon as we arrived. It is centered in the middle of downtown San Antonio. Surrounding there are hotels, restaurants, and shopping strips, so there is a lot to do when your tour is over. It... Read the full The Alamo (Mission San Antonio de Valero) review

From journal Our Little Summer Getaway

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Alamo

• 5 out of 5 stars by hagnel2 from Hamilton, Ontario
• June 16, 2025

Quote: I am sure much has been written regarding the history of this battle therefore I will attempt to describe only highlights of our visit to this popular Texas shrine. The old missions location downtown is no surprise but loudspeakers from Ripley’s... Read the full The Alamo (Mission San Antonio de Valero) review

From journal Miles To Go Before We Sleep. Part 1 San Antonio

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The Alamo and Mission San Jose'

• 5 out of 5 stars by Pat110 from Loveland, Ohio
• November 19, 2025

Quote: Based on recommendations, we first went to the IMAX to see "The Alamo", a movie depicting the historical events of the siege by General Santa Anna and the death of 189 brave defenders of the Alamo on March 6, 1836. We then boarded the Trolly for a... Read the full The Alamo (Mission San Antonio de Valero) review

From journal Texas Tootsies, Girls' Trip to the Lone Star State

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Alamo Tour

• 5 out of 5 stars by jenn01salts from wingate, Indiana
• May 27, 2025

Quote: You don't really need an actual tour to go through the Alamo. You can see almost everything by walking in the main building yourself. However, it was really interesting to go and listen to the guide tell the story of the place. It makes the... Read the full The Alamo (Mission San Antonio de Valero) review

From journal Beautiful San Antonio

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Tour of the Alamo

• 4 out of 5 stars by emptynest from Ottawa, Illinois
• May 27, 2025

Quote: The volunteers are proud Texans who know the history and the life stories of those who died in the Alamo. They relate to this story as if they were discussing their own family history (and this may be the case). There is a miniature replica of the... Read the full The Alamo (Mission San Antonio de Valero) review

From journal Texas Off-Season

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The Alamo

• 3 out of 5 stars by micintexp from Berlin, New Jersey
• March 29, 2025

Quote: The Alamo is open to visitors for a small donation. Outside there is a "history" wall which provides a timeline view of the events leading up to and after the war. Inside, you will take an extremely short and restricted walk through the Alamo that... Read the full The Alamo (Mission San Antonio de Valero) review

From journal Fulfilling a Dream in Texas

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The Alamo

• 4 out of 5 stars by chadk78 from Blacksburg, South Carolina
• February 18, 2025

Quote: Only a small portion of what was once the Alamo still exists. However, no trip to San Antonio is complete without a visit to this shrine of Texas independence. Visit on a weekday or in the early morning on the weekends to avoid large crowds and... Read the full The Alamo (Mission San Antonio de Valero) review

From journal Wild West Saloons, River Cruises, and Spanish Miss

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