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Spanish Governor's Palace
Category: Arts & Entertainment Museums Museums [Edit]
105 Plaza De ArmasSan Antonio, TX 78205
(210) 224-0601
5 reviews for Spanish Governor's Palace
5 reviews in English
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Review from Christina S.
Costa Mesa, CA
11/8/2010 4 photos
I forgot to review this place after visiting it last month. First off this landmark is one of the final stops on the Ghost Hunt tour. I came here with a group of curious people one evening being told that the Governor's Palace contains the remains of a dead child and that it is haunted. There is also a maid that was found n the now covered up well who was murdered long ago who is said to roam these here grounds. In the courtyard was a tree that was formally used to do hangings. Hanging the criminals. So, I decided to return and check out this spooky place. I was disappointed to learn that they added on to the building in the 30's so not all of it is original. The front room is but there was an add on expansion in the 30's. Not all of the furniture in here is original so it's like going to a pop-up museum. With some props. All though the furniture is original it is certainly not the furniture from back in the day. IE. the child's bedroom in the back. It's not her bed. Nor the desk in that room.
A little disappointed but it is still a beautiful place. The courtyard is lovely. Dare I use that word. Anyhoo, it's cheap to come. I like the loft area behind the kitchen. The kitchen is also cute. I would suggest coming and checking it out for it is a landmark. Haunted, hmm well I don't know.. -
Review from Augie R.
10/30/2011
The Spanish Governor's Palace is worth a visit for anyone interested in San Antonio's cultural history and not merely the conference center and river walk. It's a bit difficult to spend more than 20 or 30 minutes strolling through the few rooms and courtyards, and for $4 I might've expected a bit more of a tour or some more better insights in the history. There are some small signs placed throughout the building, but I actually learned more about the palace from the Yelp reviews and the web site than I did actually visiting the Palace.
Those expecting a large, historic "palace" or even an interesting and informative historic experience may be disappointed. But if you want to spend a little time strolling through a charming, small, historic building and enjoying the 18th Century architecture (restored in the 1930s after the building had been used for decades as retail and storage), you will enjoy the visit.
If you visit the city, are staying downtown and care to get a taste of San Antonio's past, plan a day to stroll down Commerce Street to visit some of the historic places such as the Spanish Governor's Palace. -
Review from Richard D.
New York, NY
7/15/2009
My boo and I came to San Antonio because I wanted to show her all of the treasures of Texas. I googled top things to see in San Antonio, and this came up in a few lists. Some of the descriptions said it was the most beautiful house in Texas.
This place is okay if it were free. It is definitely not really worth the 2 bucks. Lady at the front desk had some attitude. We came here when it was about to close.. probably 30 min before closing and nobody was guarding the place. We went ahead and walked in and walked around. As we were about to leave, the lady working asked if we paid yet, and I said no. We went ahead and paid the entry fee. I've been to other places and normally they let you in for free if they are about to close since we can't explore at our own pace.
As we were leaving, there was a family of 6 that was about to come in, and they also were forced to pay the entry fee, and the lady even said "you only have 15 min, and the entry is 2 dollars each". Wow, what a B.
Honestly you can see everything in 15 min. There really isn't much to see here. Just go to the Alamo, and don't waste your time here. -
Review from Celeste A.
Bedford, TX
8/13/2008
A nice historic landmark to visit. The Spanish governor's mansion is probably the oldest European style preserved residence in San Antonio as well as all of Texas. A couple decades ago it was in danger of being torn down but some wise people rallied the money to save it. It's not a mansion or palace by today's standards but I'm sure for 1740 it was quite impressive. Three big bedrooms, a ballroom, dining room, private chapel, kitchen, huge courtyard, etc. The furnishings weren't necessarily right on the mark but overall they've done a great job of preservation. Two dollar donation at the front desk.
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Review from Jen R.
Updated - 5/10/2010 22 photos
Update: The building has undergone an extensive renovation and reopened in May of 2010 with a new admission price of $4 per ticket. This is still a terrific historical attraction and well worth the money.
Listed in: San Antonio, Texas
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9/4/2009
I vastly enjoyed my time spent in the Spanish Governor's Palace.
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