Group Tours at the Institute of Texan Cultures
Located within walking distance of fantastic restaurants and shopping on the Riverwalk, the Institute of Texan Cultures is the perfect destination for visitors who want to experience the history and cultural heritage of San Antonio and Texas. The museum offers discount admission and guided tours to groups of ten (10) or more. The museum also welcomes self-guided tours. We are pleased to partner with destination management and bus tour companies as well as private groups. The information on this page will provide the information you need to plan your group visit.
What will your group experience?
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Exhibit Floor Tours
55-minute guided tours of the Exhibit Floor can be scheduled Tuesday through Saturday at 10 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1 p.m., or 2:30 p.m., and any time on Sunday between noon and 4 p.m. Learn more about the museum's exhibits.
Back 40 Tours
Tours of the Back 40 outdoor learning area can be scheduled Tuesday through Friday at 10 a.m. or 11:30 a.m. Back 40 tours are suitable for guests ages 8 and older. Learn more about the Back 40.
Discount Admission Rates for Groups of Ten (10) or More with Advance Reservation
Exhibit Floor
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$4 per guest |
| Back 40 |
$2 per guest |
Museum Members enjoy complimentary museum admission and may not be included in group reservations.
Payment Options
The museum accepts cash, corporate checks, purchase orders, VISA, MasterCard, and Discover. Payment must be made prior to the visit or upon arrival. The museum will not accept requests for billing and does not modify purchase orders. Group reservations must be paid in a single transaction.
Bus Parking
For group tours, complimentary bus parking is available in the bus lot on Bowie Street (via Market Street from 1-35 and Commerce Street from 1-37). If your group arrives in a vehicle smaller than a bus, we ask that you park in the guest lot in front of the museum. This lot can be accessed from Durango Boulevard.
Book Your Reservation Today
To reserve a tour for your group, please call (210) 458-2291 or e-mail MuseumTours@UTSA.edu. Please be prepared to provide the following information:
- Group name, bus company, or destination management company
- Primary contact name, e-mail address, and phone number
- Number of guests
- Preferred date and tour time
- Tour selection: Exhibit Floor, Back 40, or both
- Specific cultural areas you would like emphasized
- Any other special needs
Reservation Policy
Group tours of ten (10) or more that do not require a tour guide are not required to make a reservation. A courtesy call prior to your arrival is, however, greatly appreciated.
Group tours of ten (10) or more that do require a tour guide must submit their request at least ten (10) business days prior to the visit. Any changes to a reservation (including cancellation or modification) must be made at least three (3) business days prior to the scheduled visit. The museum will not issue refunds to guided group tours that do not modify their reservation at least three (3) business days prior to the scheduled visit. Cancellations made less than three (3) business days prior to the visit will be billed in full. Group tours that arrive with more participants than reflected in the original reservation are asked to pay regular admission rates for additional children and chaperones.
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