Visiting The Alamo

The Alamo might just be the most well known attraction of San Antonio, Texas. If you ask anyone about the most notable events in American history, chances are the Battle of the Alamo will be mentioned. This has lead to millions of people visiting this site every year. The historical events that transpired here speak to our imagination and many stories have been told about it. And now is your chance to also visit this historical site.

As the Alamo lies in the very heart of San Antonio it’s quite easy to visit. It is also free to access the monumental church and its grounds, on which you will find the barracks and walls among others. But it’s also possible to join a guided tour to see this old fort.

The Alamo is an all American monument that laid the foundation of the San Antonio we know today, so if you are nearby it would be a waste not to check it out. And then next time someone wants to remember the Alamo, you can just whip out your vacation photos. And perhaps show some cute souvenirs from the gift shop.