San Antonio Ultimate Walking: Alamo, Cruise & Tower
Overview
Small group. Personal storytelling. San Antonio’s history connected from beginning to end. Rather than simply moving from one landmark to the next, Victor weaves the Alamo, River Walk, Tower of the Americas, La Villita, and San Fernando Cathedral into one unfolding story.
Discover overlooked details, debated moments, movie connections, local traditions, and the people whose choices shaped the city. Questions and teasers invite you to look closer, while Victor saves the most memorable stories for the experience itself.
With no more than ten (10) travelers, there is time for conversation, photographs, questions, and regular opportunities to rest. Your reserved Alamo Church entry, narrated GO RIO River Walk cruise, and Tower of the Americas admission are included.
Guests have described the experience as “amazingly fun and informative,” an “excellent history lesson,” and filled with “lots of history.”
What's Included
- Tower of the Americas admission ticket included.
- Professional local storyteller in English
- Narrated GO RIO River Walk cruise ticket included.
- Reserved timed-entry ticket to the Alamo Church, arranged in advance for your visit.
- Food, beverages, parking fees, and other personal expenses are not included.
- Gratuities are not included but are always appreciated.
- Transportation to and from the meeting point, including hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting Location
705 East Houston Street
San Antonio, TX 78205, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
115 Main Plaza
San Antonio, TX 78205, USA
The experience ends at San Fernando Cathedral in historic Main Plaza, near the River Walk restaurant area for guests who would like to enjoy a meal afterward. Guests may continue exploring on their own, or Victor will gladly walk them back to the starting point or to a nearby downtown hotel.
What To Expect
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The Alamo
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
San Antonio River Walk
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Tower Of The Americas
30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
La Villita Historic Arts Village
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
San Fernando De Bexar Cathedral
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Bexar County Courthouse (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers who cannot comfortably walk approximately 2 miles or stand for 15 to 20 minutes at a time.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Approximately 2 miles of walking over 3 to 4 hours, including uneven pavement, ramps, elevators, and periods of standing. Guests should be comfortable walking outdoors and standing for 15 to 20 minutes at some stops. Restroom and rest opportunities are provided.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Activity code: C-5489626P1
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Average 4.99 out of 5 stars based on 114 traveler reviews collected by City Balloon Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST).
- Tower of the Americas admission ticket included.
- Professional local storyteller in English.
- Narrated GO RIO River Walk cruise ticket included.
- Reserved timed-entry ticket to the Alamo Church, arranged in advance for your visit.
- Food, beverages, parking fees, and other personal expenses are not included.
- Gratuities are not included but are always appreciated.
- Transportation to and from the meeting point, including hotel pickup and drop-off.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 1. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the San Antonio Ultimate Walking: Alamo, Cruise & Tower is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers who cannot comfortably walk approximately 2 miles or stand for 15 to 20 minutes at a time.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for San Antonio Ultimate Walking: Alamo, Cruise & Tower will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Tower of the Americas admission ticket included.
- Professional local storyteller in English
- Narrated GO RIO River Walk cruise ticket included.
- Reserved timed-entry ticket to the Alamo Church, arranged in advance for your visit.
- Food, beverages, parking fees, and other personal expenses are not included.
- Gratuities are not included but are always appreciated.
- Transportation to and from the meeting point, including hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers who cannot comfortably walk approximately 2 miles or stand for 15 to 20 minutes at a time.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Approximately 2 miles of walking over 3 to 4 hours, including uneven pavement, ramps, elevators, and periods of standing. Guests should be comfortable walking outdoors and standing for 15 to 20 minutes at some stops. Restroom and rest opportunities are provided.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
