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Buckhorn Saloon & Museum

318 E Houston St, San Antonio, TX 78205 · San Antonio, TX

Why you should go…

Part working saloon, part cabinet of curiosities, the Buckhorn has been collecting horns, antlers, and oddball Texana since 1881, Teddy Roosevelt reputedly recruited Rough Riders at the bar. The attached Texas Ranger Museum adds badges, six-shooters, and outlaw tales. Grab a cold one downstairs afterward.

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Good to know

General museums guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • Check the special exhibition separately

    Touring shows usually carry their own ticket and their own opening hours, listed apart from general admission.

  • Look for the free window

    Many museums run community days, member evenings, or discounted late openings. It is worth a look before you pay full price.

  • Travel light through the door

    Large bags and backpacks often have to go to a coat check, and lines for it move slowly at opening.

  • Weekday mornings beat weekend afternoons

    School groups clear out by early afternoon midweek, while weekends stay busy from late morning on.

What's around here?

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