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PRIVATE Missions and More - Half-day City Tour
San Antonio ProTours
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L8475DUjosepht
6 days ago
My wife and I have taken many tours and we both agree Michael from San Antonio ProTours was one of the best.
We explored the history of the missions from the beginning to the current day. Michael was very knowledgeable and loved sharing all of his insights. The Half day private tour was the best way to see and feel the history and culture of San Antonio.
The level of sophistication, engagement and humor on San Antonio ProTours is unmatched. Number-one on TripAdvisor for three years and the exclusive tour operator for the number-one rated luxury hotel in the US, the Hotel Emma. Your guide Michael Robinson has vast experience as a classroom educator, as well as, the Chief of Education for the multi-national shoe brand On (Cloud). He has performed stand-up with Kevin Hart, Kevin James, has done television and music production and emcees large events. More than tours, these uplifting experiences are hands-down the highlight of your time in our city and Michael looks forward to meeting you! Your private tours are done in the comfort of a large, luxury model SUV that has a microphone system so it feels like your listening to a well-produced history show. If your priority is excellence, accurate history, and an engaging connection with a local, then ProTours looks forward to serving you!
Departure Point
- Meeting option is in front of the St Anthony Hotel.
- Meeting option is in front of the St Anthony Hotel.
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Mission Espada10040 Espada Rd, San Antonio, TexasSouthern-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.Duration: 15 minutesStop At: Mission San Juan9101 Graf Rd, San Antonio, TexasJust 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.Duration: 20 minutesStop At: Mission San JoseSan Antonio, TexasThe "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. Duration: 35 minutesStop At: Mission Concepcion807 Mission Rd, San Antonio, TexasMission 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!Duration: 20 minutesStop At: The Alamo300 Alamo Plaza, , San Antonio, TexasA visit to the exterior of the Alamo? Sure! This can be included in this experience since this is a private tour. Whatever you want to experience near downtown is available to you, as we can just shift timing at other locations.Duration: 10 minutesStop At: King William Historic District122 Madison St., , San Antonio, TexasYou 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".Duration: 15 minutesStop At: Historic Market Square514 W Commerce St, San Antonio, TexasYou 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. Duration: 20 minutesStop At: Japanese Tea Gardens3853 N St. Mary_s St, Brackenridge Park, San Antonio, TexasEnjoy 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). Duration: 15 minutesStop At: Pearl Brewery303 Pearl Pkwy, San Antonio, TexasOk, get ready for the most impressive re-use of a former industrial space in any city in the US. You will experience a guided tour through the revitalized Pearl Brewery that was an iconic business in San Antonio for a century. You will see original components of the brewery all throughout the district, living spaces for locals, public spaces for families and community, and a plethora of restaurants and shops. 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. Duration: 15 minutesAdditional Information
- 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
- Experience iconic Japanese Garden
- Guided drive through of King William District
- Learn about creation and importance of Riverwalk
- Pick-up/ drop-off at downtown location
- Expert guided tour of four missions
- Exclusive tour of the Hotel Emma (#1 rated)
- Visit San Fernando Cathedral (optional)
- Guided tour of The Pearl District
- Visit El Mercado (MiTierra bakery - optional)
- Learn all about city landmarks like Tower of America's and more!
- Exclusive tour of interior of mission churches
The level of sophistication, engagement and humor on San Antonio ProTours is unmatched. Number-one on TripAdvisor for three years and the exclusive tour operator for the number-one rated luxury hotel in the US, the Hotel Emma. Your guide Michael Robinson has vast experience as a classroom educator, as well as, the Chief of Education for the multi-national shoe brand On (Cloud). He has performed stand-up with Kevin Hart, Kevin James, has done television and music production and emcees large events. More than tours, these uplifting experiences are hands-down the highlight of your time in our city and Michael looks forward to meeting you! Your private tours are done in the comfort of a large, luxury model SUV that has a microphone system so it feels like your listening to a well-produced history show. If your priority is excellence, accurate history, and an engaging connection with a local, then ProTours looks forward to serving you!
Departure Point
- Meeting option is in front of the St Anthony Hotel.
- Meeting option is in front of the St Anthony Hotel.
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Mission Espada10040 Espada Rd, San Antonio, TexasSouthern-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.Duration: 15 minutesStop At: Mission San Juan9101 Graf Rd, San Antonio, TexasJust 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.Duration: 20 minutesStop At: Mission San JoseSan Antonio, TexasThe "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. Duration: 35 minutesStop At: Mission Concepcion807 Mission Rd, San Antonio, TexasMission 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!Duration: 20 minutesStop At: The Alamo300 Alamo Plaza, , San Antonio, TexasA visit to the exterior of the Alamo? Sure! This can be included in this experience since this is a private tour. Whatever you want to experience near downtown is available to you, as we can just shift timing at other locations.Duration: 10 minutesStop At: King William Historic District122 Madison St., , San Antonio, TexasYou 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".Duration: 15 minutesStop At: Historic Market Square514 W Commerce St, San Antonio, TexasYou 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. Duration: 20 minutesStop At: Japanese Tea Gardens3853 N St. Mary_s St, Brackenridge Park, San Antonio, TexasEnjoy 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). Duration: 15 minutesStop At: Pearl Brewery303 Pearl Pkwy, San Antonio, TexasOk, get ready for the most impressive re-use of a former industrial space in any city in the US. You will experience a guided tour through the revitalized Pearl Brewery that was an iconic business in San Antonio for a century. You will see original components of the brewery all throughout the district, living spaces for locals, public spaces for families and community, and a plethora of restaurants and shops. 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. Duration: 15 minutesAdditional Information
- 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
- Experience iconic Japanese Garden
- Guided drive through of King William District
- Learn about creation and importance of Riverwalk
- Pick-up/ drop-off at downtown location
- Expert guided tour of four missions
- Exclusive tour of the Hotel Emma (#1 rated)
- Visit San Fernando Cathedral (optional)
- Guided tour of The Pearl District
- Visit El Mercado (MiTierra bakery - optional)
- Learn all about city landmarks like Tower of America's and more!
- Exclusive tour of interior of mission churches
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L8475DUjosepht
My wife and I have taken many tours and we both agree Michael from San Antonio ProTours was one of the best.
We explored the history of the missions from the beginning to the current day. Michael was very knowledgeable and loved sharing all of his insights. The Half day private tour was the best way to see and feel the history and culture of San Antonio.
Paul W
Very interesting private tour of the Missions and a fascinating insight into the history of San Antonio. Michael is very knowledgeable and a pleasure to spend time with him.
692sunnyg
Michael was fabulous: knowledgeable, funny, and generous with his time. He welcomes questions and knows his stuff. I highly recommend any of his tours. You will leave celebrating this beautiful city and the time you spent with him!
dianesS345YK
This was an amazing tour. Michael is personable, knowledgeable and a great tour guide. He tailored the tour to our interests and gave us such great information. Was truly an outstanding experience.
Heat10
Unforgettable experience from ProTours! I booked a private Missions tour for a girls' trip with my Mom and sisters to celebrate Mom's birthday. Our expert guide, Michael, was communicative, professional and prompt prior to our experience, making booking and logistics stress-free. Once we were on our way, Michael took care to get to know us and connect us with the history and beauty of the places we visited and people groups we were discovering. This was NOT a plug and play experience. Michael is engaging and knowledgable with infectious enthusiasm and disarming humor. He is detail oriented, not only in his presentation of history and culture but his care for us - opening every doors, pointing out every uneven step in our path, graciously keeping us on time and in dealing with curious tour intruders.
My goal was to give my Mom, a lover of history, a special, bespoke experience, but Michael and ProTours went above and beyond - even leaving a sweet note and flowers as a surprise for her at our dinner spot.
I was so pleased to learn that food tours (which must be insane because the lunch spot he took us to was *chef's kiss* and beautifully dovetailed into the history of the land and peoples of San Antonio) and other Hill Country experiences are available through ProTours because we MUST do this again!