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The official page for Spanish Governor's Palace, which is a National Historic Landmark in San Antonio, Texas. You won't want to leave.
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The National Geographic Society has called the landmark "the most beautiful building in San Antonio." This National Historic Landmark represents the last visual vestiges of the Presidio San Antonio de Béjar. Traditionally known as the Spanish Governor's Palace, it was the original Comandancia (residence and working office) for the Captains of the military garrison from 1722 until the early 1800s.

Come see where Spain had its first permanent military presence in San Antonio. Come learn Texas' earliest history under Spanish rule. Come and be delightfully surprised at the beautifully landscaped gardens in the courtyard. Admission Rates:
$5.00 Adults
$3.00 Seniors age 60 and over
$3.00 Military with ID
$3.00 Groups of 10 or more
$3.00 Children 7 - 13
FREE Children Under 7

05/25/2026

✨Join us for Historic Plaza Days at Main Plaza and celebrate the vibrant people, places, and stories that make San Antonio unique!

Enjoy live music, captivating history, and the rich of San Antonio.

The Details:
🗓️Friday, May 29 | 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
📍Main Plaza, 115 Main Plaza, San Antonio, TX 78214
🎟️Free and Open to the Public

What to Expect:🎉
Indigenous blessing
Music
Prizes
Crafts
And More

Who to Expect:
World Heritage Office, Spanish Governor’s Palace, Bexar County, Bexar Heritage, Bexar County Historical Commission, Bexar County Clerk's Office, American Indians at the Spanish Colonial Mission (AIT-SCM), San Antonio African American Community Archives and Museum (SAAACAM), San Antonio Missions National Historic Park (NPS), San Antonio Mission Indian Descendants, Tehuan Band of Mission Indians, Daughters of the Republic of Texas (DRT), Casa Navarro State Historic Site (THC), the San Antonio River Authority

04/21/2026

The Spanish Governor’s Palace and the World Heritage Center will be CLOSED on Friday, April 24, 2026, for San Jacinto Day.

The World Heritage Center will resume regular hours of operation on Saturday, April 25.

The Spanish Governor’s Palace will be closed on Saturday, April 25, and will resume regular hours of operation on Sunday, April 26.

Visit spanishgovernorspalace.org and worldheritagesa.com/Explore-the-Area/Centers/World-Heritage-Center.

03/11/2026

Calling all creators, dreamers, and visionaries! How would you like to see your artwork transformed into a canvas and exhibition in Èvian, France, during the G7 Summit? 🌎

🖼️The City of San Antonio World Heritage Office invites young artists (ages 5-25) to share their creativity by telling a story. If your work is chosen for submission, French artist Aurélie Castex may incorporate your creation into the G7 Summit mural and exhibition.

✨KEY DATES:
◾March 9 – March 24, 2026: Application submission period. (Closes at 11:59 p.m. on ◾March 24, 2026)
March 25 – April 1, 2026: Review and selection period
◾April 7 – April 11, 2026: Public notification of selected submissions

DETAILS:👇
Preserve A Sustainable World: Participants are to create a drawing that represents one or all of the following: 1. The Living Environment 2. What to Preserve 3. Everyday Actions to Help Create a More Sustainable World

🔗Visit link in bio for more information and submission criteria or https://www.sanantonio.gov/WorldHeritage/Programs/CreativeCities

San Antonio Public Library Arts & Culture, City of San Antonio YMCA of Greater San Antonio San Antonio Parks and Recreation Department

01/25/2026

❄Weather Closure Notice

Due to inclement weather and to ensure the safety of our staff and community, the Spanish Governor’s Palace and World Heritage Center will be closed on Sunday, January 25.

We plan to resume normal hours of operation on Tuesday, January 27.

Stay warm, and thank you for your understanding.

Visit WorldHeritageSA.com and SpanishGovernorsPalace.com for more information about our hours of operation and facilities.

01/23/2026

🚨 Cold Weather Alert 🚨️

To help residents stay safe and warm this weekend, the City will open six overnight Resilience Hubs beginning Saturday, January 24, through noon on Monday, January 26. Be sure to check on family, friends, and neighbors who may be more vulnerable and share to help spread the word.

City libraries, community centers, and senior centers will serve as places to stay warm during their regular hours.

The City’s Community Connections Hotline (210-207-1799) is operating 24 hours beginning at 8 a.m. Saturday to support our unhoused neighbors.

Learn more: 🔗 https://www.sa.gov/Directory/News-Releases/City-of-San-Antonio-to-Open-Overnight-Resilience-Hubs-Beginning-Saturday-Night

🚨 Alerta por clima frío 🚨️

Para ayudar a que los residentes se mantengan seguros y abrigados este fin de semana, la Ciudad abrirá seis Centros de Resiliencia nocturnos a partir del sábado, 24 de enero y hasta el lunes, 26 de enero al mediodía. Asegúrate de comunicarte con familiares, amistades y vecinos que puedan ser más vulnerables y comparte esta información para ayudar a correr la voz.

Las bibliotecas de la ciudad, los centros comunitarios y los centros para personas mayores servirán como lugares para mantenerse abrigados durante su horario regular de operación.

La Línea Directa de Conexiones Comunitarias de la Ciudad (210-207-1799) estará operando las 24 horas a partir de las 8 a.m. del sábado para apoyar a nuestros vecinos sin hogar.

Más información en: 🔗 https://www.sa.gov/Directory/News-Releases/City-of-San-Antonio-to-Open-Overnight-Resilience-Hubs-Beginning-Saturday-Night

12/27/2025

🌎The World Heritage Center and the Spanish Governor’s Palace will be CLOSED on Wednesday, December 31, and Friday, January 1, 2026, for the New Year’s holiday.

Regular hours of operation will resume on Friday, January 2, 2026.

Happy New Year from the World Heritage Office!

📍Plan Your Next Visit:
Visit us online at WorldHeritageSA.com and SpanishGovernorsPalace.org for regular hours of operation! Link in bio.

For more information on City Holidays and Closures, visit www.sa.gov/Government/Closures.

12/24/2025

🎄✨ Wishing you a joyful holiday season from all of us at the World Heritage Office!

As 2025 comes to a close, we are grateful for your support and enthusiasm.

This year, whether you laughed with friends under the stars at Mission Marquee Plaza, discovered new flavors at our Creative City of Gastronomy events, explored history at the Spanish Governor's Palace, or deepened your connection to cultural heritage at the World Heritage Center, you made memories with us.

Thank you for sharing these special moments and being and part of our story.

We look forward to making even more memories in 2026!

12/22/2025

🌎The World Heritage Center will be CLOSED on Wednesday, December 24, through Friday, December 26, for the Christmas Eve and Christmas Day holidays.

Regular hours of operation will resume on Saturday, December 27, and Sunday, December 28.

🏰The Spanish Governor’s Palace will be closed on Wednesday, December 24, and Thursday, December 25. Regular hours of operation will resume on Friday, December 26.

Happy Holidays from the World Heritage Office!

📍Plan Your Next Visit:
Visit us online at WorldHeritageSA.com and SpanishGovernorsPalace.org for hours of operation! Link in bio.

For more information on City Holidays and Closures, visit www.sa.gov/Government/Closures.

11/25/2025

🌎The World Heritage Center will be CLOSED on Thursday, November 27, and Friday, November 28, in observance of the Thanksgiving Day holiday.

Regular hours of operation will resume on Saturday, November 29.

🏰The Spanish Governor’s Palace will be closed on Thursday, November 27, and will resume regular hours of operation on Friday, November 28.

📍Plan Your Next Visit:
Visit us online at WorldHeritageSA.com and SpanishGovernorsPalace.org for regular hours of operation. Links in bio.

For more information on City Holidays and Closures, visit www.sa.gov/Government/Closures.

09/23/2025

City Council District 1 stopped by the recently. Take a look and learn more about this historic building! ✨

09/16/2025

✨Don’t forget to join us on Friday, September 19, for an evening with San Antonio’s first Poet Laureate and award-winning author, Carmen Tafolla, Ph.D.

She’ll share her journey of preserving heritage through her work.

🗓️When: September 19, 2025
⌚Time: 6 to 7:30 p.m. (Doors open at 5:30 p.m.)
📍 Where: World Heritage Center, 3106 Roosevelt Avenue, San Antonio, TX 78214
🎟️ Free & open to the public to attend
🚙Free parking onsite

For World Heritage Center hours of operation, visit https://www.worldheritagesa.com/Explore-the-Area/Centers/World-Heritage-Center

Address

105 Plaza De Armas
San Antonio, TX
78205

Opening Hours

Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm
Saturday	9am - 5pm
Sunday	10am - 5pm

Telephone

+12102077527

Website

http://www.spanishgovernorspalace.org/

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