Mission Concepción
807 Mission Road, San Antonio, San Antonio, TX, 78210
Mission Concepción, built in Spanish colonial style and dedicated in 1775, stands as the oldest unrestored stone church in the nation. Originally built to help convert local indigenous communities to Christianity, the mission is one of several that comprise the UNESCO World Heritage-listed San Antonio Missions.
The Basics
While the Alamo is San Antonio’s most famous mission, Mission Concepción and its neighbors along the San Antonio River offer a quieter glimpse back through history. Visit these missions on an in-depth guided tour to hear more about their history to San Antonio. The mission also features on many history-themed sightseeing tours around town, along with the Japanese Tea Garden, the Alamo, and Mission San José.
Things to Know Before You Go
- Mission Concepción is a must-see for history buffs and first time visitors.
- Admission to the San Antonio Missions, including Mission Concepción, is free.
- Be sure to stop by the visitor center at Mission San José for more information about the park.
- The mission grounds are partially accessible to wheelchairs.
How to Get There
To get to the mission from San Antonio by public transportation, take the VIA Bus 42 from downtown (it also stops at Mission San José). Free parking is available at the mission site for those who’d prefer to drive.
When to Get There
The mission grounds are open from sunrise to sunset throughout the year, except on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day. The ranger station at the mission is open daily from 9am to 5pm. English masses are held each Sunday at noon.
San Antonio Missions National Historical Park
This National Historical Park in San Antonio preserves four of the five Spanish missions in the San Antonio area—Missions San José, San Juan, Espada, and Concepción. The oldest dates back to the early eighteenth century.
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