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  • Entrance to The Alamo in San Antonio, Texas, USA
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North America United States San Antonio, Texas Do & See The Alamo

The Alamo

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Just a short distance from the River Walk, the Alamo is a MUST for everyone who comes to San Antonio. This 300-year-old Mission was the site of a pinnacle battle during the Texas Revolution in March of 1836. Located at the Alamo Plaza in downtown San Antonio, the Alamo showcases exhibits on the Texas Revolution and Texas History. Don't forget to visit the beautiful Alamo Gardens.

Useful Information

  • Address: 300 Alamo Plaza - San Antonio, TX
  • More Info: Last entry 15 minutes before close
  • Opening hours: Peak Season (May 26 – Sept. 3): 9h - 19h. Off-Peak Season (Sept. 4 – May 24): 9h - 17h30
  • Website: www.thealamo.org
  • Phone: +1 210 225 1391

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City Sightseeing San Antonio

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The Amazing Mirror Maze

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The Buckhorn Saloon & Museum

The Buckhorn Saloon & Museum

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SAS Factory Shoe Store

SAS Factory Shoe Store

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Great Room Escape San Antonio

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If you have ever done a trust fall with a friend you might know the feeling of having to trust someone completely. In the Great Room Escape you will find yourself trapped with 11 other people, but are you able to work together to escape? There are several scary scenarios, one of them is with a zombie that is unleashed after one hour, another one involves a serial killer. Working together is the only way to survive, solve riddles, find items, and trust that your teammates will hold the door open for you and don't leave you alone. Whatever you do, don't look behind you!
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