Alamo Plaza Historic District, San Antonio

Name: Alamo Plaza Historic District
Address: San Antonio, United States

#65 among attractions in San Antonio

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The Alamo Plaza Historic District is an historic district of downtown San Antonio in the U.S. state of Texas. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1977. It includes the Alamo, which is a separately listed Registered Historic Place and a U.S. National Historic Landmark. ()

Built: 1836 (188 years ago)Coordinates: 29°25'31"N, 98°29'8"W

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Central City (Downtown San Antonio)San Antonio United States

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Alamo Plaza Historic District – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: The Alamo, Tower of the Americas, Shops at Rivercenter, Buckhorn Saloon and Museum.

~210 ftNW
Legendary fort and Texas-history museum
The Alamo, San Antonio
2 min walk • The Alamo, a historic Spanish mission and fortress compound, is a revered landmark nestled in the heart of San Antonio, Texas. Known primarily for the pivotal 1836 Battle of the Alamo during the Texas Revolution, this site symbolizes the heroic resistance of a small...
0.4 miS
Observation decks and towers, Architecture, Civic center
Tower of the Americas, San Antonio
12 min walk • Rising majestically above the skyline of San Antonio, Texas, the Tower of the Americas is a testament to both the city's rich history and its modern vibrancy. This iconic tower, standing at a proud height of 750 feet (229 meters), was built in 1968 for the HemisFair...
~340 ftSE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Shops at Rivercenter, San Antonio
2 min walk • The Shops at Rivercenter is a shopping mall located in Downtown San Antonio, Texas, United States along the city's River Walk. The anchor stores are H&M, Macy's and AMC Theatres. It also includes a 38-story, 1,001-room Marriott hotel. It was purchased in 2005 by Ashkenazy Acquisition Corporation. The landmark 1871 St.
~1130 ftW
Museum, Specialty museum, Natural history museum
Buckhorn Saloon and Museum, San Antonio
6 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.
~890 ftSW
Monuments and statues, Sculpture
La Antorcha de la Amistad, San Antonio
5 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.
~1640 ftW
Theater, Concerts and shows, Performing arts
Majestic Theatre, San Antonio
8 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.
~640 ftSW
Church
St. Joseph Catholic Church, San Antonio
4 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.
0.6 miNW
Museum, Modern art museum, Art gallery
Artpace, San Antonio
16 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.
~480 ftNW
Memorial
Alamo Cenotaph, San Antonio
3 min walk • The Alamo Cenotaph, also known as The Spirit of Sacrifice, is a monument in San Antonio, Texas, United States, commemorating the Battle of the Alamo of the Texas Revolution, which was fought at the adjacent Alamo Mission.
~1610 ftSW
Concerts and shows, Theater, Dance studio
Arneson River Theater, San Antonio
8 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.
~1730 ftW
Theater, Concerts and shows, Historical place
Aztec Theatre, San Antonio
9 min walk • The Aztec Theatre is a historic theater in Downtown San Antonio, Texas, US.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Alamo Plaza Historic District?

Nearby attractions include The Alamo, San Antonio (2 min walk), Alamo Cenotaph, San Antonio (3 min walk), Ripley's Haunted Adventure San Antonio, San Antonio (3 min walk), St. Joseph Catholic Church, San Antonio (4 min walk).

How to get to Alamo Plaza Historic District by public transport?

The nearest stations to Alamo Plaza Historic District:

Bus

San Antonio Greyhound Station (11 min walk)
Robert Thompson Transit Station (16 min walk)

Train

San Antonio (16 min walk)