Private Tour
PRIVATE Missions and More - Half-day City Tour
Overview
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The level of sophistication, engagement and humor on San Antonio ProTours is unmatched. Number-one on TripAdvisor for three years and the exclusive tour operator for the number-one rated luxury hotel in the US, the Hotel Emma.
Your guide Michael Robinson has vast experience as a classroom educator, as well as, the Chief of Education for the multi-national shoe brand On (Cloud). He has performed stand-up with Kevin Hart, Kevin James, has done television and music production and emcees large events. More than tours, these uplifting experiences are hands-down the highlight of your time in our city and Michael looks forward to meeting you!
Your private tours are done in the comfort of a large, luxury model SUV that has a microphone system so it feels like your listening to a well-produced history show. If your priority is excellence, accurate history, and an engaging connection with a local, then ProTours looks forward to serving you!
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Mission Espada
Southern-most mission of the five in San Antonio, this location is the start of your tour and will lay the foundational context for the rest of the tour. You will walk into the interior of this mission, hear interesting information about its' inhabitants and the Friars, as well as, the construction and layout of the mission. You will also have an opportunity to walk into the church that looks as it did in the 1700's.
Mission San Juan
Just five minutes from the first stop at Mission Espada, this mission has a fully renovated church that is not only charming, but impressive in its' reconstruction and the highlight of this stop. Hear about the inhabitants at this location, the construction of this mission, and what life was like for them. You will visit a small museum that has wonderful displays of materials used by the inhabitants, the use water for agriculture, among interesting other information.
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Experience iconic Japanese Garden
Guided drive through of King William District
Learn about creation and importance of Riverwalk
Pick-up/ drop-off at downtown location
Expert guided tour of four missions
Exclusive tour of the Hotel Emma (#1 rated)
Visit San Fernando Cathedral (optional)
Guided tour of The Pearl District
Visit El Mercado (MiTierra bakery - optional)
Learn all about city landmarks like Tower of America's and more!
Exclusive tour of interior of mission churches
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PRIVATE Missions and More - Half-day City Tour
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Reviews
254 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Loved it
Julia K,,Jan 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour is highly recommended. Michael the tour guide was very knowledgeable and informative throughout the tour, explaining the background and history for each site visited. We enjoyed every minute.
100% Recommend. Loved the Missions!
Leslie C,,Dec 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a great personalized tour of the missions. Michael had us informed and entertained the entire tour. We would recommend you book this your to learn about the mission histories. The side visit to the Japanese garden have us a good overview on case we wanted to spend more time there.
Best Half Day Private Tour
L8475DUjosepht,,Dec 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My wife and I have taken many tours and we both agree Michael from San Antonio ProTours was one of the best. We explored the history of the missions from the beginning to the current day. Michael was very knowledgeable and loved sharing all of his insights. The Half day private tour was the best way to see and feel the history and culture of San Antonio.
Private Tour of the San Antonio Missions
Paul W,,Nov 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very interesting private tour of the Missions and a fascinating insight into the history of San Antonio. Michael is very knowledgeable and a pleasure to spend time with him.
Such a great day!
692sunnyg,,Nov 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Michael was fabulous: knowledgeable, funny, and generous with his time. He welcomes questions and knows his stuff. I highly recommend any of his tours. You will leave celebrating this beautiful city and the time you spent with him!
Don’t miss this tour company!!!
dianesS345YK,,Nov 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was an amazing tour. Michael is personable, knowledgeable and a great tour guide. He tailored the tour to our interests and gave us such great information. Was truly an outstanding experience.
Absolute game changer for our trip! Cannot recommend enough!
Heat10,,Oct 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Unforgettable experience from ProTours! I booked a private Missions tour for a girls' trip with my Mom and sisters to celebrate Mom's birthday. Our expert guide, Michael, was communicative, professional and prompt prior to our experience, making booking and logistics stress-free. Once we were on our way, Michael took care to get to know us and connect us with the history and beauty of the places we visited and people groups we were discovering. This was NOT a plug and play experience. Michael is engaging and knowledgable with infectious enthusiasm and disarming humor. He is detail oriented, not only in his presentation of history and culture but his care for us - opening every doors, pointing out every uneven step in our path, graciously keeping us on time and in dealing with curious tour intruders. My goal was to give my Mom, a lover of history, a special, bespoke experience, but Michael and ProTours went above and beyond - even leaving a sweet note and flowers as a surprise for her at our dinner spot. I was so pleased to learn that food tours (which must be insane because the lunch spot he took us to was *chef's kiss* and beautifully dovetailed into the history of the land and peoples of San Antonio) and other Hill Country experiences are available through ProTours because we MUST do this again!
San Antonio Tour and Culinary Experience
theresacQ4909EL,,Oct 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Michael picked us up at the airport and gave us day filled with history as well as a culinary experience at 2 local restaurants. Our second morning with him included The Botanical Gardens and The Alamo
This is the tour you want to book
laurenbQ3892PI,,Oct 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Spectacular tour. Michael is not only an incredible guide, but a fabulous host. He knows the little things that add to the experience both on history and hospitality. What a fun day of learning, sharing, and laughing. Above and beyond!
Definitely worth the time and the money, we would have missed so much of San Antonio if we hadn't taken this trip.
Roving66711011564,,Oct 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We were able to see alot more of San Antonio besides the Riverwalk. Michael is very knowledgeable and has a great sense of humor.
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