Alamo Cenotaph

Dominating the plaza in front of the Alamo, the monument was designed by Pompeo Coppini, eminent Italian-born sculptor who adopted Texas as his home. Names of those who died at the Alamo are inscribed in marble.

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Simple trips are often the best.

You don't need much for a place to leave an impression.

Mission San Francisco de la Espada

Established 1731, favorite of many students of Spanish period in Texas, and popular with photographers.…

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Find your way.

There's no single right route, just the one that fits you.

Guinness World Records Museum & Ripley’s Haunted Adventure

San Antonio's two newest attractions are both in one location - directly across from the…

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Start early. Stay late.

The edges of the day tend to hold the best experiences.

Alamo Museum – D.R.T. Library

The Daughters of the Republic of Texas Library, located inside the Alamo walls and south…

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Not every place needs a reason.

Sometimes it's enough just to be there.

Mission San Juan Capistrano

Like both Espada and Concepcion, established 1731. Extensive restoration work has been carried out. Besides…

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