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The Alamo vs Spanish Governor's Palace

Both are recommended by professional travelers. On balance, The Alamo scores significantly higher than Spanish Governor's Palace. The Alamo is ranked #1 in San Antonio with recommendations from 6 reviews such as Where, Fodor's and Michelin Guide.

The Alamo
The Alamo
9 / 10
300 Alamo Plaza, San Antonio, TX 78205
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Fodor's 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 Planet Lonely Planet
Top 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 Afar Magazine
"It's free to visit this iconic landmark, and the exhibits provide some interesting historic and cultural information." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
3 Stars
"The symbolic "Cradle of Texas Liberty" fronts a busy plaza in the heart of downtown." Full review
Where Where
"Without a doubt the most popular landmark attraction in San Antonio and a true testament to heroism." Full review
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Spanish Governor's Palace
Spanish Governor's Palace
8 / 10
105 Plaza de Armas, San Antonio, TX
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Fodor's Fodor's
"The beautiful 18th-century seat of Spanish power in Texas has period furnishings throughout its 10 rooms. Relax on the cobblestone patio and make a wish in the wishing well." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"This low-profile adobe structure that was the seat of Texas' colonial government." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
0 Stars
"This National Historic Landmark near Market Square is Texas' sole surviving example of a colonial aristocrat's home." Full review
Where Where
"It has been called “the most beautiful building in San Antonio” by the National Geographic Society." Full review
U.S. News & World Report U.S. News & World Report
7.0
"Although it was never actually a palace, this adobe building certainly looks the part with rooms heavily decorated in 18th-century furnishings and a spectacular cobblestone patio." Full review
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