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Overview
The San Antonio Missions are a UNESCO World Heritage Site you won’t want to miss, filled with history and religious importance. Get the full story on the area that consists of five missions close together from a guide who knows the area and its past well. You’ll see four out of the five missions of the site, as well as La Villita Historic Arts Village, Alamo Plaza, and the Espada Aqueduct.
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Gray Line San Antonio
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Half-day tour of the four missions
jennifertB7020GW, Apr 2026
We had a half day tour of the four missions, with seven other people . Joseph, our guide, was excellent! He had an extensive knowledge of each of the missions and of San Antonio and Texas history in general. He was prompt, and provided drop off at downtown spots afterwards. I highly recommend!
Nancy is the best
maria_m, Feb 2026
Nancy was the most knowledgeable guide I’ve ever had. She made us feel like we were part of her San Antonio family
Educational and Inspiring
raptorrescuer, Jan 2026
We visited two of the Missions; Concepcion and San Jose. I recommend you take the free tour. To stand in the same place that others stood 250 years ago and envision their life touched me. The fact that the missions are still used for church services and have been serving the descendants and community for this long is remarkable.
Amazing way to learn about San Antonio's history
rebeccabedijn, Dec 2025
Alex was amazing! So friendly, chatty and personable. He interacted well with all members of the group, from the kids to the adults and was very knowledgeable. Would absolutely recommend!!
Itinerary
Mission Conception Catholic Church
View the original fresecos; explore the grounds; listen to the history of Mission Concepcion
25 minutesMission San Jose Catholic Church
Learn about mission life and the nomadic hunters and gathers; explore the church and grounds; see one of the finest examples of baroque architecture; view an award-winning film
1 hourMission San Juan Capistrano
Learn about irrigation and agriculture at Mission San Juan
10 minutesThe Espada Aqueduct
See the irrigation system used to water the mission lands
5 minutesSan Antonio Missions National Historical Park
Explore the church and grounds
10 minutesAlamo Plaza
Listen to the founding of Mission San Antonio de Valero and learn about the Battle of the Alamo.
A note about the Alamo: The last stop on our Missions Tour is either your downtown hotel or the Alamo (your choice). The Alamo exclusively utilizes their own tour guides or you can take a self-guided tour of the Alamo. A tour of the Alamo is not included in our Missions Tour.
Experience
Highlights
Inclusions
- Visit Mission San Jose, Mission Concepcion, Mission San Juan, and Mission Espada
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off at select downtown hotels
- Live and recorded narrated history
Exclusions
- Gratuities
- Tour of the Alamo. The Alamo utilizes their own tour guides or you can take a self-guided tour.
Additional Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Tour can accommodate wheelchairs only if the local operator is notified at least 24 hours in advance
- Pick-ups available at downtown hotels. If you do not see your hotel listed or if you are staying at an Airbnb, contact local operator at least 48 hours before your scheduled tour or immediately after booking if within 48 hours of tour time. The closest pickup location will be provided.
Guide Languages
English
Cancellation Policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.