Private UNESCO Missions Tour in San Antonio

Overview

San Antonio ProTours is locally owned by world traveler, history teacher, television actor and professional guide Michael Robinson. You will walk amongst the ruins and renovations of these iconic structures as you learn accurate history about their formation, inhabitants, and the human struggle. You will hear historically accurate information at each of the four missions coupled with thoughtful conversation and lots of laughs (former stand-up comic;).

By the end of your tour, you will feel inspired by these sites, their history and significance, and happy to have made a new friend in San Antonio!

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Associate member of the Professional Tour Guide Association of San Antonio

City: San Antonio

Mon 23 Dec

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Starting at $79.00

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Mon 23 Dec

Starting at $79.00

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What's Included

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Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons

What To Expect

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.

Mission 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.

Mission San Jose

The "Queen of the Missions" is the largest and most renovated mission in San Antonio. This huge mission is arguably the most important here because of the massive amounts of food that was cultivated and shared with the smaller missions. Here, you will walk into one of the apartments of the inhabitants, experience the Convento where the Friars and soldiers slept, walk through the beautiful domed church, and see the gorgeous facade of the church while you hearing stories of its' creation and renovation. And, of course, see and hear all about the iconic Baroque architectural piece known as the Rose Window. This stop includes a few minutes to peruse the gift shop as well.

Mission Concepcion

Mission Concepcion is hands down the most charming of all the missions. Hear about its' inhabitants, what life was life at this location, and learn about the creation of its' duel bell tower church, the oldest stone church in the US! 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!

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (53)

V6178HObobb

Nov 2021

Absolutely the highlight of our vacation in San Antonio. Miss this tour and you’ll miss knowing the rich heritage of San Antonio. This tour guide has done his homework and gives detailed insight into what makes San Antonio special. You will be fascinated from the beginning to the end of the tour. Listen to me folks: Give this tour the priority of your activities in San Antonio. You won’t be sorry!

Response from Host

Nov 2021

Wow. It is humbling to read this kind of feedback from our time together. I greatly appreciate your words here and wish you all the best! Michael

jeremyjS1516ZA

Oct 2021

Phenomenal experience! We live right outside San Antonio and were amazed to learn so much about the history of this great city. There’s so much more to San Antonio than the Alamo and the Riverwalk. Michael is an outstanding guide - extremely knowledgeable, engaging, and energetic. I feel like I spent the afternoon with a close friend. We will definitely be coming back to San Antonio Pro Tours!

Response from Host

Oct 2021

Thanks Jeremy! I really strive to make it feel like guests have just met "their new friend in San Antonio". It was a pleasure to show you two the missions and hope to see you again. Michael

Lyn S

Sep 2021

Michael is awesome! He is very knowledgeable and personable. The tour included four missions. I learned about the history of each mission. We stopped to chat with Park Service employees who showed us what they found while working on restoring a wall. I would highly recommend this tour to everyone.

Response from Host

Sep 2021

Lyn, it was such a pleasure spending time with you and showing you these fascinating missions. Wish you all the best and thanks for your kind words. Michael