Imperial Times, Evolving Cultures

Welcome to San Antonio Missions, a National Park Service site and the only UNESCO World Heritage Site in Texas.

After thousands of years, South Texans faced drought, European diseases, and colonization. In the 1700s, these Indigenous South Texans foreswore their traditional subsistence lifestyle and assimilated for survival to the Spanish ways, accepting a new religion, diet, economy and more.

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One Park. Four Missions.

Visit the four historic mission communities within San Antonio Missions National Historical Park.

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Daily Ranger-Led Programs

Ranger-guided programs offered daily at 10am & 11am at Mission San José.

Learn how to get around and what to explore at San Antonio Missions.
Maps and Directions

Plan your trip with maps and information about how to get around the park.

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Education Programs

Explore our education materials, lesson plans, and videos!

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Photography & Video Permits

Permits are required for portrait photography, commercial photography/filming, and other activities. Learn more about how to acquire one.

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World Heritage Site

All five missions in San Antonio together make up the San Antonio Missions World Heritage Site.

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Land and Water Acknowledgement

The National Park Service, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park's Land and Water Acknowledgement

Last updated: September 24, 2024

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Contact Info

Mailing Address:

Headquarters
2202 Roosevelt Avenue

San Antonio, TX 78210

Phone:

210 932-1001

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