300
Alamo Plaza San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 225-1391 x34 Fax: (210) 354-3602
www.thealamo.org
On the east side of Alamo Plaza is the most famous spot in Texas where 189
defenders fell on March 6, 1836, after repeated attacks by Mexican General
Santa Anna army. Mission San Antonio de Valero (The Alamo) was established
in 1718 as the city'sfirst mission. The chapel, one of the most photographed
facades in the nation, and the Long Barracks are all that remain of the original
fort.
Long Barracks Museum and Library are
near the chapel. The museum contains relics and mementos from the Republic
of Texas and offers narration on the fall of the Alamo. The Alamo is located
in the heart of the city, inside beautifully landscaped grounds. Hours: 9 a.m.-5:30
p.m., Monday-Saturday 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Sunday. Closed December 24 and 25.
Admission Free: donations accepted. Call for more information.