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San Antonio Missions National Historical Park

2202 Roosevelt Ave., San Antonio, TX 78210
210-932-1001
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Ranked #4 of 167 attractions in San Antonio
Type: Missions, Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas, National Parks, Trails, Historic Sites
Activities: Hiking, Biking, Walking
Description: Historical area that stretches nine miles and contains four important 18th-century missions.
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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2013 NEW

You don't have to be religious to appreciate the beauty of the San Antonio missions, and this is the place to start your visits to as many or as few of the missions on the Mission Trail. The volunteer guides here are knowledgeable and passionate about the role the missions played in the settling of the southwest, and they know... More

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Meadville, Pennsylvania
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2013 NEW

We toured San Jose and Concepcion on our own. A volunteer gave us an impromptu tour at San Jose. If possible, this is a great way to see the mission. Mission Concepcion is the only unrestored mission. We felt it was authentic.

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Weatherford, Texas
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2013

The Mission trail in San Antonio,TX is a great history lesson and photo opportunity that is off the main tourist area. I love the price, it's free! Bicycles are available for rent and you can ride the biking- walking trail from one mission to another.

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San Antonio, Texas
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013

I live in San Antonio and have taken visitors from Europe to this site and each time I am thrilled to see their reaction. If you have a chance join the Sunday mass to hear the mariachi bands play and to see local people as well as visitors from all over the world joining in the celebration.

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Rotonda West, Florida
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013

Smaller than I had imagined. Excellent 20 minute film, a MUST watch before going in. Review the historically accurate models of the original Alamo to get an idea of what they faced before the END!

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Dallas, Texas
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013 via mobile

These are a beautiful set of churches/missions, and since i had a dog it was nice to be able to site see on pet friendly grounds. I wish i knew there was a guided tour so i could learn more, but we free styled and learned what we could with the tools we had. Overall a very enjoyable place to... More

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Vancouver Island, Canada
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2013

We rented bikes in town from the bike share program and rode to the missions, fun way to get there. The missions are a very informative, well maintained and a very interested visit.

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Fort Stewart, Georgia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 4, 2013

This was a great place to spend the day. It is a very beautiful drive between each mission. The missions are a great piece of history. Each mission is beautiful and it is amazing that they are still in use has churches.

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Minneapolis, Minnesota
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 4, 2013

The 6 missions that make up the historical park each have their own character. In an attempt to hit as many missions as you can during your visit you may be tempted to skip the ranger-led tour. Resist the urge. At San Jose Mission Ranger Anna provided background on the socio-economic conditions that led to the growth of the missions... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 1, 2013

Did you know that the Alamo was originally one of a series of 5 missions that were built along the San Antonio river? You've probably made a point of seeing the Alamo while in San Antonio, but you're only getting a fraction of the whole story unless you travel the short mission trail to see the other 4 missions. You... More

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