Presidio San Antonio de Béxar, San Antonio

Name: Presidio San Antonio de Béxar
Address: San Antonio, United States

#66 among attractions in San Antonio

Museum, History museum

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Presidio San Antonio de Béxar, San Antonio

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Presidio de Béxar was a Spanish fort built near the San Antonio River, located in what is now San Antonio, Texas, in the United States. It was designed for protection of the mission San Antonio de Valero and the Villa de Bejar. The Presidio de Bejar was founded on May 5, 1718 by Spanish colonial official Martin de Alarcon, and his party of thirty-five soldiers. The Villa de Bejar is known for being the first Spanish settlement of San Antonio and consisted of the families of the Presidio Soldiers and those of the prior expeditions. It also served to secure Spain's claim to the region against possible encroachment from other European powers. ()

Built: 1718 (306 years ago)Coordinates: 29°25'27"N, 98°29'37"W

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Central City (Downtown San Antonio)San Antonio United States

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Presidio San Antonio de Béxar – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: San Fernando Cathedral, Market Square, Buckhorn Saloon and Museum, La Antorcha de la Amistad.

~220 ftNW
Landmark 1730s Catholic church
San Fernando Cathedral, San Antonio
2 min walk • San Fernando Cathedral stands as a beacon of faith and history in the heart of San Antonio, Texas. This venerable structure is not only a central place of worship but also a testament to the city's rich cultural heritage.
~1940 ftW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Market Square, San Antonio
10 min walk • Market Square is a three-block outdoor plaza lined with shops, and restaurants in downtown San Antonio, Texas. Market Square is the largest Mexican market in the United States. The "El Mercado" section has 32 specialty shops and the "Farmer's Market Plaza" section has 80. "Mi...
~1630 ftNE
Museum, Specialty museum, Natural history museum
Buckhorn Saloon and Museum, San Antonio
8 min walk • The Buckhorn Saloon & Museum is a privately run museum located at 318 E. Houston Street in Downtown San Antonio, Texas, U.S. Originally privately owned by Albert Friedrich, the Buckhorn became a tourist attraction for its unique collections. Theodore Roosevelt and his Rough Riders were reputed to frequent the establishment.
~1950 ftE
Monuments and statues, Sculpture
La Antorcha de la Amistad, San Antonio
10 min walk • La Antorcha de la Amistad is a monumental abstract sculpture by Mexican sculptor Sebastián, installed in Downtown San Antonio, in the U.S. state of Texas.
~1240 ftNE
Theater, Concerts and shows, Performing arts
Majestic Theatre, San Antonio
7 min walk • The Majestic Theatre is San Antonio's oldest and largest atmospheric theatre. The theatre seats 2,264 people and was designed by architect John Eberson, for Karl Hoblitzelle's Interstate Theatres in 1929.
0.4 miE
Church
St. Joseph Catholic Church, San Antonio
12 min walk • The St. Joseph Catholic Church is a Roman Catholic parish church in the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of San Antonio, located at 623 East Commerce Street in downtown San Antonio, Texas, United States. The Gothic Revival house of worship was the fourth Catholic parish in the city.
~790 ftW
Museum, History museum, Specialty museum
Spanish Governor's Palace, San Antonio
4 min walk • The Spanish Governor's Palace is a historic adobe from the Spanish Texas period located in Downtown San Antonio. It is the last visible trace of the 18th-century colonial Presidio San Antonio de Béxar complex, and the only remaining example in Texas of an aristocratic 18th-century Spanish Colonial in−town residence.
0.4 miN
Museum, Modern art museum, Art gallery
Artpace, San Antonio
11 min walk • Artpace is a non-profit contemporary art gallery located in San Antonio, Texas, United States, founded by Linda Pace. Artpace opened its doors in 1995, and focuses on the artistic process. Occupying the space of a former Hudson automobile dealership, Artpace uses its industrial space as the setting for its programs and events.
~1670 ftSE
Concerts and shows, Theater, Dance studio
Arneson River Theater, San Antonio
9 min walk • Arneson River Theatre is an outdoor performance theater located on the San Antonio River Walk in the U.S. state of Texas. The open-air venue was erected 1939-1941 by the Works Progress Administration. The design was supervised by architect Robert H.H. Hugman. It is named after Edwin P.
~850 ftE
Theater, Concerts and shows, Historical place
Aztec Theatre, San Antonio
5 min walk • The Aztec Theatre is a historic theater in Downtown San Antonio, Texas, US.
~1750 ftSE
Neighbourhood, Historical place, Historic walking areas
La Villita, San Antonio
9 min walk • The Jeremiah Dashiell House is located in the Bexar County city of San Antonio in the U.S. state of Texas. Also known as Casa Villita, it was designated a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark under that name in 1962.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Presidio San Antonio de Béxar?

Nearby attractions include Main and Military Plazas Historic District, San Antonio (1 min walk), Main Plaza, San Antonio (2 min walk), San Fernando Cathedral, San Antonio (2 min walk), Greater San Antonio, San Antonio (2 min walk).

How to get to Presidio San Antonio de Béxar by public transport?

The nearest stations to Presidio San Antonio de Béxar:

Bus

San Antonio Greyhound Station (10 min walk)
FlixBus San Antonio • Lines: 2210, 2231 (13 min walk)

Train

San Antonio (26 min walk)