Featured Activity
The most famous spot in Texas, where 189 defenders fell on Mar. 6, 1836, after repeated attacks by Mexican Gen. Santa Anna's army. Mission San Antonio de Valero (The Alamo) was established in 1718 as the city's first mission. The highly-photographed chapel and the Long Barrack are all that remain of the original fort. The museum contains relics and mementos from the Republic of Texas and offers narrations on the fall of the Alamo.
The Alamo is open Mon.–Sat. 9 a.m.–5:30 p.m.; Sun. 10 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Closed Dec. 24 and 25; restricted hours Mar. 6. Alamo Plaza. 210/225-1391. www.thealamo.org.
City: San Antonio
Region: South Texas Plains
Popular Activities
With so many amazing things to do in Texas, there’s not enough room to feature them all. So check out some popular activities to see just how much fun your Texas vacation can be.
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Region: Panhandle Plains
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Region: Prairies and Lakes
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