Private Missions and More - Half-day City Tour
Private Missions and More - Half-day City Tour
ProTours is a locally owned/operated company and the most professional and fun experience creators in the city. Check the reviews! Lead by Michael Robinson, professional guide, former history teacher, stand-up comic (with Kevin Hart and Kevin James), and world traveler.
This exclusive, private tour gives you a deep appreciation of our fascinating history, diverse cultures, landmarks and beauty, all with a ton of laughs! Can't wait to serve y'all!You will sequentially experience San Antonio from foundation to modern day when visiting all our inspiring missions, a visit to the Alamo exterior, the gorgeous King William District, learn all about the Riverwalk, and a tour of The Pearl. The Pearl is most impressively revitalized former industrial space in the US and the gem of San Antonio.
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Your Itinerary
A curated journey through the experience
Mission Espada
Southern-most mission of the five in San Antonio, this location is the start of your tour and will lay the foundational context for the rest of the tour. You will walk into the interior of this mission, hear interesting information about its' inhabitants and the Friars, as well as, the construction and layout of the mission. You will also have an opportunity to walk into the church that looks as it did in the 1700's.
15 minutesMission San Juan
Just five minutes from the first stop at Mission Espada, this mission has a fully renovated church that is not only charming, but impressive in its' reconstruction and the highlight of this stop. Hear about the inhabitants at this location, the construction of this mission, and what life was like for them. You will visit a small museum that has wonderful displays of materials used by the inhabitants, the use water for agriculture, among interesting other information.
20 minutesMission San Jose
This stop includes a few minutes to peruse the gift shop as well.
35 minutesMission Concepcion
You will see a 250 year old fresco, a fascinating ocular display, and the interior of the church where you will be humbled by its' beauty. You will see some other architectural highlights here, but those a secret and I can't wait to tell you all about them!
20 minutesKing William Historic District
You will be guided through a portion of the King William District and and see and hear about the impressive homes of many German entrepreneurs from the late 1800's. You will see eight homes and be given deep and interesting information on their original owners, how they contributed to San Antonio, and how the neighborhood became what many call the "nicest neighborhood in San Antonio".
15 minutesHistoric Market Square
You will hear the history of this important market place from the 1700's to present day. Hear stories about the Chili Queens and different immigrant groups that sold good here at Market Square. You will have time to visit a store with authentic Mexican crafts and goods, and get a pastry at the iconic MiTierra panaderia.
20 minutesPearl Brewery
You can also experience the lobby of the Hotel Emma, which used to be the brewery and has been converted into one of the finest hotels in the US. You will have about 45 minutes to enjoy a meal (not included in ticket price), coffee, or shopping here.
15 minutesJapanese Tea Gardens
Enjoy a short visit to the this iconic garden that dates back to the 1920’s. Another example of how San Antonio revitalizes former industrial spaces (old quarry).
15 minutesIncluded
- Pick-up/ drop-off at downtown location
- Expert guided tour of four missions
- Guided drive through of King William District
- Guided tour of The Pearl
- Learn about creation and importance of Riverwalk
- Learn all about city landmarks like Tower of America's and more!
- Learn all about and visit El Mercado (famous Mexican market)
- Experience iconic Japanese Garden
- Private transportation
- Entry/Admission - Japanese Tea Gardens
Not Included
- Gratuities
- Bottled water
Good to Know
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Tickets & Cancellation
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.