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Alamo (The)
300 Alamo Plaza, San Antonio, TX 78205
+1 210 225 1391
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Explore the Mission San Antonio de Valero and discover how it became the Alamo. Visit the Maverick House, Veramendi House, Yturri House, and the Musquiz House. See Campo Santo, the San Fernando Church, Funeral Pyres, Milam Cypress Trees and more. Examine the many exhibitions, including The Defenders, Myths & Misconceptions, The Texas Revolution Timeline, Military Engagements, and see letters written by garrison members and accounts of the Alamo’s fall. Stop by the gift shop for a variety of gifts and souvenirs such as books, flags, jewelry and toys.

Price

Free admission (donations welcome)

Credit Cards Accepted

visa,mastercard,amex

Directions

Streetcar: Red or Blue lines

Hours

Mon-Sat 9am-5:30pm; Sun 10am-5:30pm

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