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The Alamo Tourism
The Alamo is open year around from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday. The museum is open from 10 am. to 5:30 p.m. on Sundays. The Alamo is closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
Visitor Information
There is no charge to visit the Alamo. Visitors should plan to spend at least an hour touring the old fort, museum and timeline display onsite.
Alamo Etiquette
Men are asked to remove their hats as a sign of respect upon entering the Alamo. Photographs of exhibits and artifacts are not permitted. Davey Crockett's buckskin garments are on display in the museum.
Summer Camp
The Alamo summer camp is held annually in July for children to immerse themselves in history and discover how children lived in the 1860s. Campers pitch a tent inside the Alamo complex and learn the art of starting a fire and cooking outdoors.
Alamo Address
This historic site is located at 300 Alamo Plaza in San Antonio, Texas.
Article Written By Tara Dodrill
Tara Dodrill began writing professionally in 1990. She is a travel writer and photographer working for print and online media, primarily covering Florida, ecotourism and off-the-beaten-path destinations. Her writing credits include RUMBUM, Yahoo News, Visit South magazine,and North Carolina Coastal Guide. She studied journalism and education at Ohio University and real estate at Hondros College.
