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San Antonio Botanical GardenvsThe Alamo
Both are recommended by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, The Alamo scores significantly better than San Antonio Botanical Garden. The Alamo has a TripExpert Score of 96 with approval from 6 publications including Afar Magazine, Frommer's and Where.
San Antonio Botanical Garden
Fodor's
Lonely Planet
Afar Magazine
Where
Michelin Guide
Frommer's
555 Funston, San Antonio, TX 78209
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Fodor's "Step into 33 acres of formal gardens, wildflower-spangled meadows, native Texas vegetation, and a "touch and smell" garden specially designed for blind people." Full review
Lonely Planet "This expertly tended, 33-acre garden complex showcases native Texas flora." Full review
Afar Magazine "A wonderful place to get lost in daydreams, and maybe learn a little something about some fascinating plants." Full review
Where "The San Antonio Botanical Garden offers concerts, children’s activities and educational events. Plus—of course—don’t miss the thousands of flowers on display." Full review
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"Separate areas for roses, herbs and native plants are found within these 33-acre gardens." Full review
Frommer's "Take a horticultural tour of Texas at this gracious 38-acre garden, encompassing everything from south Texas scrub to Hill Country wildflowers." Full review
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The formal gardens include a garden for the blind
The Alamo Fodor's Lonely Planet Afar Magazine Michelin Guide Where
U.S. News & World Report Frommer's
300 Alamo Plaza, San Antonio, TX 78205
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Fodor's "At the heart of San Antonio, this one-time Franciscan mission stands as a repository of Texas history, a monument to the 189 Texan volunteers who fought and died here." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Find out why the story of the Alamo can rouse a Texan’s sense of state pride like few other things." Full review
Afar Magazine "It's free to visit this iconic landmark, and the exhibits provide some interesting historic and cultural information." Full review
Michelin Guide 3 Stars
"The symbolic "Cradle of Texas Liberty" fronts a busy plaza in the heart of downtown." Full review
Where "Without a doubt the most popular landmark attraction in San Antonio and a true testament to heroism." Full review
U.S. News & World Report2.0
"The Alamo stands as a tribute to these men, displaying artifacts belonging to some of the Alamo's most famous defenders...where a small museum and research library offer further insight into the siege" Full review
Frommer's "San Antonio's most famous of its five missions is just a little limestone church surrounded by well-tended gardens, a few outlying buildings, and a brave but tragic past." Full review
