About this Event
: Downtown Edition
Uncover the Hidden History at the Heart of the Alamo City
🚐 Private 10-Passenger Van Experience📍 Location: Starting Point- 3350 E. Commerce St. San Antonio, Texas 78220🕒 Duration: Approx. 1.5–2 hours💰 Pricing: $ 40 per person (Private group rates available)👥 Capacity: Up to 10 passengers
🏙️ Explore Downtown Through a New Lens
San Antonio is celebrated for the Alamo and Spanish missions—but beneath the surface lies a deeper, often overlooked story: the enduring legacy of its African American community.
The Downtown Edition of the San Antonio Black History Tour takes you beyond traditional landmarks to uncover powerful stories of Black communities, institutions, entrepreneurs, and faith leaders who helped shape the city’s center.
Led by a passionate local guide, this private and personalized van tour offers an unforgettable journey through the heart of Black San Antonio—past and present.
🔍 What to Expect
✔️ Private & Personalized Experience✔️ Historic Landmarks & Hidden Gems –• Ellis Alley (one of San Antonio’s first free Black communities)• P.F. Roberts Store (one of San Antonio’s first Black-owned businesses)• St. James AME Church (first AME church in San Antonio and only the second in Texas)• St. Philip's College (historic Black community college in San Antonio)• Saint Peter Claver Mission Church (the first African American Catholic church in San Antonio)• And more...✔️ Knowledgeable Guides✔️ Comfort & Convenience – Travel in a spacious, air-conditioned 10-passenger van✔️ Interactive & Engaging – Ask questions, take photos, and explore history at your own pace
👥 Ideal For:
✅ Families, friends, and small groups✅ Educators, students, and researchers✅ Cultural tourists and history enthusiasts✅ Anyone seeking an authentic and meaningful experience
📆 Limited Availability — Book Your Tour Today!
This is a unique opportunity to experience San Antonio’s Black history up close, in comfort, and with care.
🛻 Looking for a More Personal Experience?
Upgrade to a in a 10-passenger van!Perfect for families, schools, or special groups.👉 Contact us for private tour availability and group rates
📆 Don’t miss your chance to explore the powerful untold stories of San Antonio’s Black heritage.
➡️ Reserve your spot today!
For more information call: 210-560-3622
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Carver Branch Library, 3350 East Commerce Street, San Antonio, United States
USD 48.19
