National Historical Park · Texas
San Antonio Missions National Historical Park
Welcome to San Antonio Missions, a National Park Service site and the only UNESCO World Heritage Site in Texas. Each mission in the park is a center of community and has been since the early 1700s. They changed life in this region, introducing new technologies while enforcing new cultural guidelines. As you visit, reflect on change, culture, power, and how people have used the land.
Things to do
- Arts and Culture
- Biking
- Road Biking
- Guided Tours
- Self-Guided Tours - Walking
- Self-Guided Tours - Auto
- Hiking
- Junior Ranger Program
- Wildlife Watching
- Birdwatching
- Park Film
- Museum Exhibits
- Shopping
- Bookstore and Park Store
- Gift Shop and Souvenirs
Weather & when to go
Over the course of a year, the temperature typically varies from 40°F to 95°F and is rarely below 29°F or above 100°F. The warm season lasts from May through September with an average daily high temperature above 90°F and a low of 75°F. The cold season lasts from November through February with an average daily high below 68°F and an average low of 40°F. The relative humidity ranges from 40-80% over the course of the year, which can be very uncomfortable to many people.
Operating hours
San Antonio Missions National Historical Park
Park grounds are open sunrise to sunset. Mission San José is open 9am-5pm. Our park store located in the Visitor Center is open daily 9 am to 1 pm and 2 pm to 5 pm. Park grounds are closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day.
Mission San José
Mission San José is open 9 am to 5 pm. The Visitor Center at Mission San José includes the Park Store and an information desk. Visit the Visitor Center for park information or to pick up your Junior Ranger booklet! Park Store is located inside of the Visitor Center and is open 9 am to 1 pm and 2 pm to 5 pm, 7 days/week.
Mission Espada and Mission San Juan
Contact Stations and museums at the two southern mission sites, Mission Espada and Mission San Juan.
FAQ
- Is San Antonio Missions National Historical Park free to visit?
- San Antonio Missions National Historical Park does not charge a standard entrance fee. Check the official NPS page for the latest details on any activity or permit fees before you go.
- What are the hours at San Antonio Missions National Historical Park?
- Park grounds are open sunrise to sunset. Mission San José is open 9am-5pm. Our park store located in the Visitor Center is open daily 9 am to 1 pm and 2 pm to 5 pm. Park grounds are closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day.
- Do I need a reservation for San Antonio Missions National Historical Park?
- No timed-entry reservation is currently required to enter San Antonio Missions National Historical Park. Campgrounds and permits may still need to be booked separately on Recreation.gov.
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