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The Alamo
See San Antonio, Texas family vacation
The Alamo
Downtown
view website300 Alamo Plz
San Antonio, TX 78205+2606
210-225-1391
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Babies
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School-Age KidsPre-Teens & Teens
The Alamo Description
On paper, the Alamo reads like a garden-variety relic. In the flesh, it's got personality. The mission-turned-battleground is a living piece of history. Kids standing in the antiquated hallways -- the very spots where the battle was fought -- will no doubt be struck by the enduring presence of those who died here. It's cool, not creepy. They might actually come out interested in a good read about Texas history.
Historical Landmark
Kid Tips
Toddlers & Pre-K: At this age, the story is lost on them. But count on pleas for a coonskin cap, inevitably for sale in the gift shop.
School-Age Kids: They'll be singing that song: "Day-veeee, Da-vy Crockett. King of the Wild Frontier"
Pre-Teens & Teens: They might groan at the thought of a history lesson. Once inside, most can't help but get caught up in the drama of the place.
Planning Notes
- There's more to the story. Make sure to check out the museum and it's new exhibit, "The Alamo: a Story Bigger Than Texas," that adds some new dimension to the legend.
- Get the scoop. On-site tour guides give talks about the Alamo every 20 to 30 minutes in the courtyard.
Just the Facts
Hours: Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; Sun. 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Fees: Free
Recommended Time: 1 to 2 hours
Reviews of The Alamo
The Historical Alamo
By larsondml June 26, 2008
Babies
Toddlers & Pre-K
School-Age Kids
Pre-Teens & Teens
What we loved:
Very clean, educational, and helpful guides.
What we didn't love:
If you time it when tour bus get their it can get crowded.
The grounds were beautiful and well kept. The bathrooms were very clean. As a matter of fact you are not allowed to bring drinks into the buildings. We just got done eating at the Rainforest Cafe and bought a souvenir cup and my daughter did not want to throw it away. We left it outside the door and were coming back for it. When we went back to retrieve the cup it was gone. We looked around and saw it safely outside the trash can. The police officer guarding the building or maintenance put it there. We also saw the officer blow his whistle for some little one laying down in front of the building. It was considered disrespectful. If you had questions there were wonderful museum helpers to answer your questions. The gift shop was very well balanced with educational things, post cards, nice t-shirts, and toys for the little ones. They had sale prices and some things that were museum priced or a little hight
The feeling we walked away with is how proud and respectful the state of Texas is about what historical happening took place their. I would recommend it very much and I would say 2 hours for sure. You can walk to The Alamo from your hotel if you are staying on the Riverwalk. Read More
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