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Private Drunk History Tour: 4 historic bars & 5+ hours

5 (5)
San Antonio, US
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Private Drunk History Tour: 4 historic bars & 5+ hours

5 (5)
San Antonio, US
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Experience the ultimate insider way to discover the absolute best of San Antonio with the Private Drunk History Tour. Leave the large groups of kitschy tours behind and embark on a truly magical night filled with warm welcomes, prompt service, and heavy pours. With no scripts or costumes, this tour feels more like visiting an old friend in his hometown. From the oldest saloon in Texas to the oldest continually operated hotel in the west, you'll follow in the footsteps of legends and indulge in the best cocktails anywhere. This is not your typical regimented tour. Instead, it's a conversation about the Alamo, grisly unsolved murders, pop culture connections, and the "seedier" side of San Antonio. Join this unforgettable journey and enjoy an unrivaled historical research in incredible historic bars. Food and beverages are not included.

About this experience

  • Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
  • Admission Included
  • 5 hours - 6 hours
  • Suitable for 1-6 Participants
  • Private Tour, Small Group Tour
  • Guided Experience & Audio Guided
  • Warm welcomes, prompt service, and heavy pours
  • Ultimate insider way to discover the best of San Antonio
  • Skip the kitschy tours and follow in the footsteps of legends
  • Unrivaled historical research in a truly magical night
  • Enjoy the best cocktails anywhere
  • Each guest will enjoy their own iPad for hands on access to aspects of the history.
  • Alcoholic beverages

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Introduction

Step back in time and experience the captivating history of San Antonio through the Private Drunk History Tour. This unique tour takes you on a journey to four historic bars, where you'll uncover the hidden stories and secrets of the city. Forget about scripted tours and large groups; this is a personal and intimate experience led by an experienced guide who will make you feel like an old friend.

What to expect?

During this 5+ hour tour, you can anticipate immersing yourself in the rich history of San Antonio while enjoying refreshing drinks and lively conversations. From the Alamo, the oldest saloon in Texas, to historic hotels with legendary club bars, each stop will offer a fascinating glimpse into the city's past. Expect to learn about grisly unsolved murders, pop culture connections, and the "seedier" side of San Antonio.

Who is this for?

The Private Drunk History Tour welcomes all curious souls who seek a deeper understanding of San Antonio's history. Whether you're a history buff or simply love to explore new places, this tour is designed for those who crave an authentic and immersive experience. By uncovering the lesser-known stories and legends of San Antonio, this tour appeals to both locals and visitors who want to dig beneath the surface.

Why book this?

Unlike other tours, the Private Drunk History Tour offers an insider's perspective on San Antonio. Led by a knowledgeable guide, you'll enjoy personalized attention, prompt service, and heavy pours. This tour goes beyond a mere recitation of facts; it's a genuine conversation where you can ask questions and delve into the details. Discovering the best historic bars, avoiding franchise establishments, and enjoying unrivaled historical research sets this tour apart. Get ready for a magical night filled with captivating stories, unforgettable cocktails, and an experience like no other.

Good to know

Food and beverages are not included in the tour, so make sure to grab a bite to eat beforehand. The total duration of the tour ranges from 300 to 360 minutes, ensuring you have ample time to soak up the history and atmosphere of each historic bar. The meeting point is at Alamo Plaza, easily recognizable by the large white monument (Alamo Cenotaph). Look out for your guide wearing a black t-shirt that reads "Drink up the History!" and carrying a blue messenger bag. The tour ends approximately four blocks from the Alamo, allowing you to continue exploring San Antonio at your own pace.

Reviews

Previous participants have raved about the Private Drunk History Tour. One reviewer aptly said, "Taking The Barwalk with Emzy is like visiting an old friend in his hometown and having him show you around." Guests appreciated the personalized nature of the tour, the warmth of the guide, and the opportunity to experience San Antonio's history in a conversational and engaging way. Prepare to be enthralled and entertained as you embark on this unforgettable journey through San Antonio's past.

How long before the event do I need to book?

  • You can book at any time before the event

Vouchers accepted in the following formats

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Your Itinerary

Menger Bar

We will enjoy a drink at the famous historic Menger Hotel and bar.

Alamo Plaza

We will spend a few minutes in Alamo Plaza learning about the world famous Alamo battle and the history of the surrounding plaza.

The Buckhorn Saloon and Texas Ranger Museum

We will enjoy exclusive access to a vast taxidermy collection and Texas Ranger museum.

Admission Included

The St. Anthony, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Antonio

We will spend enough time in the historic hotels legendary club bar to enjoy a cocktail a bite to eat and to discover the historic properties many secrets.

Reviews

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5 (5)

MARYA_K

Really, we loved the interesting conversations we had with our tour guide and the great photos he shared with us. The San Antonio history in these bars was quite entertaining.

Mechanicus2020

Was the only one for the tour but got shown more in depth than most tours in the area and was easier to get around at night for it, with each stop a decent story.

lovelv2015

History, mystery, a little pop culture, and cocktails! Emzy is a great tour guide and took us to places we would have never found on our own and pointed out so many things we wouldn't have noticed with his guidance. He has an expansive knowledge of San Antonio history and presents it in a truly engaging fashion. When Emzy talks about San Antonio you can tell he knows what he is talking about and isn't just repeating a script. He can answer almost any question and back it up with pictures and articles from his iPad. It was like going out to cocktails with a new friend that is really smart! If you are reading this, you should really book this tour. We had the best time! Thanks!!

gregcX7607AG

Best time we had in SA. Emzy knows his stuff and is great company as well as extremely knowledgeable of local history myth and lore and is wise enough to know the difference.

Mgach

We happened to stumble upon this gem while looking for a bar crawl. Made same day reservations. Emzy explained the different tours and helped us make a great choice. The tour was awesome. Plenty of time to get a drink or two at each stop. Get your steps in and learn a ton about the area. Also went to bars that I otherwise wouldn't have known existed. Definitely worth booking. Tour lasted a little over 5 hours.
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2024-05-07 00:35