The 1836 mission-fort where a small garrison held off Santa Anna's army for 13 days, now a preserved shrine and museum in the middle of downtown.
Best time to visit
Two separate windows work best: Mar–Apr & Oct–Nov. Pick the one that matches what you came for.
Know before you go
- Free to enter the church and Long Barrack; the paid Ralston Family Collections Center exhibit is optional but worth it if you have extra time.
- Get there at opening (9am) before tour buses arrive. There's almost no shade on the grounds and summer heat is brutal by midday.
- The gift shop building was once a Woolworths. Ask a docent about the 1960 lunch counter sit-in that happened there.
- It sits directly on the River Walk, so it's an easy add-on to a river walk stroll.
Pairs well with
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit The Alamo?
The best time to visit The Alamo is March–April & October–November, in San Antonio, Texas, United States.
Where is The Alamo?
The Alamo is in San Antonio, Texas, United States. The nearest major airport is SAT.
What is The Alamo known for?
The 1836 mission-fort where a small garrison held off Santa Anna's army for 13 days, now a preserved shrine and museum in the middle of downtown.
