King William Historic District

King William Historic District

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(802) · Historical landmark in San Antonio, United States
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Settled by wealthy German immigrants in the late 1800s, San Antonio's first residential historic district consists of 25 blocks of mansions set amid lovely …

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May 11, 2025
Located just south of downtown with parts bordering the San Antonio River, this compact 25 block section was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1972. It was settled by wealthy Germ…Full review by Mark G
May 22, 2024
Really interesting area to visit. Mansions from the past in downtown San Antonio. What a treat to walk through. Made our trip !Full review by Wander790707
Feb 27, 2024
We were staying just across the road from the King William Historic District / neighbourhood, so once we found the district’s office and picked up the self guided tour map and brochure, we were off.…Full review by 404HappyTraveller
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Where do we park?
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If you just visit street parking are plenty, especially near the end of the area near the park.
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Are there restrooms available any where near homes?
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Some of homes and taverns along the way
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What are the times this area is open to the public? I am going there on business and won't be able to visit till after 5pm …
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What are the times this area is open to the public? I am going there on business and won't be able to visit till after 5pm on a weekday.
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The homes are not open for tours. It's a neighborhood self walking tour so I presume you can go at anytime before dark.
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Where is the Visitor Center located, and hours? Thanks!
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Hello! I copied this from online: "Stop at the headquarters of the San Antonio Conservation Society, 107 King William St. (tel. 210/224-6163, and pick up a self-guided walking tour …
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Hello! I copied this from online: "Stop at the headquarters of the San Antonio Conservation Society, 107 King William St. (tel. 210/224-6163, and pick up a self-guided walking tour booklet outside the gate." I, however, stumbled upon this lovely area while eating a wonderful breakfast at The Guenther House. HIGHLY recommend, but, go early! It's a LONG wait, if not. While in the gift shop, I was given a map of the King William Historic District. ; ) Enjoy!
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How old are the houses of this district?
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There is a great walking map online if you google King Williams District San Antonio. It gives descriptions of all the historic homes including when built, by who, and for who. When …
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There is a great walking map online if you google King Williams District San Antonio. It gives descriptions of all the historic homes including when built, by who, and for who. When you get there coming in from San Antonio on the historic marker on a gate/fence there were copies of the walking map with the same info.
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