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Private History Pub Tour through the Menger & Buckhorn Saloon

5.0 (6 reviews) 3 h 30 min Free cancellation Private tour
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Private History Pub Tour through the Menger & Buckhorn Saloon

About this activity

There are a multitude of walking and ghost tours to choose from in San Antonio. Most of which are led by costumed guides, reciting scripts while herding 30 people like so many cattle through ubiquitous franchises.

I offer an alternative. A boutique, personalized, historical bar tour. Imagine having an old friend who has spent their entire professional life researching their home show you around all washed down with craft cocktails.

My name is Emzy. I've been researching and guiding guests around my hometown professionally for twenty plus years. Most over them washed down with craft cocktails, it's been a blessed life. While I have had many magical moments with guests over the years, I've also spent hundreds of hours in the archives and libraries for proof of the history I share on tour. I believe that passion shows.

I invite you to join me for an evening of drinks and conversation of all things history in two of the most storied bars in Texas. Join me and Drink up the history!

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At a glance

Duration
3 h 30 min
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–6
Guide
English
Operated by
The Barwalk

Ages: Adults (21–80 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Admission to the Buckhorn Saloon and Texas Ranger Museum

Not included

  • Not included: Alcoholic Beverages

Itinerary

  1. The Buckhorn Saloon and Texas Ranger Museum

    1 h 30 min Admission included

    We will enjoy exclusive access to one of the largest taxidermy collections in the world as well a vast Texas Ranger museum featuring Bonnie & Clyde memorabilia.

  2. Alamo Plaza

    15 min

    We will discuss the world famous Alamo battle and the history of the plaza.

  3. Menger Bar

    45 min

    From Teddy Roosevelt to

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • We will meet in the lobby of the historic Menger Hotel. Your guide will be in a black t-shirt that reads "Drink up the History" and will be carrying a blue messenger bag.

End point

  • We will end just a few short blocks from the Alamo.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Service animals allowed

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Traveller ratings

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