Hours
Open Daily
10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Last admission at 4:30 p.m.
Tickets
Adult $5
Senior/Veteran/Teacher/First Responder $3
Child (6-17) $2
Child (5 and under) Free
Family (2 adults & 1 child) $8, each additional child $1
The Presidio, established in 1749 on this site during the Spanish colonial period, was crucial to the development of Texas. Witnessing filibustering expeditions and playing a role in the Mexican war for independence from Spain, the Presidio was the site of the Goliad Massacre on Palm Sunday, March 1836. It played host to one of the bloodiest chapters in Texas' quest for independence from Mexico after the shocking Texian defeat at the Battle of Coleto Creek. The massacre prompted the rallying cry, "Remember Goliad" heard at the Battle of San Jacinto.
See the Site
Plan Your Visit
Find out all there is to do at the site and other area attractions.
Presidio la Bahía History
Presidio La Bahía, designated a National Historic Landmark, is considered the world's finest example of a Spanish frontier fort.
The Quarters
Stay a night or two in one of the few surviving Spanish Colonial Presidios in North America.
School Tours
During the months of March, April and May, Presidio la Bahía offers free admission to 4th and 7th grade social studies students and their teachers.
Take a Virtual Tour
Explore the site from anywhere with our interactive virtual tour.
Events at Presidio La Bahía
3rd Annual El Camino Real Day!
Saturday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.What connection does Presidio La Bahia, the Republican Army of the North, and the El Camino Real have? Come find out in October as presentations with living historians go into detail about the Gutierrez-Magee Expedition. In addition, to celebrate Archeology month, the Presidio will have a pinch pot activity for everyone to participate in.
Guided Tours
Saturday 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.Guided Tours of the museum and chapel at Presidio La Bahia by our Interpretive staff. Everyone is invited to join our Saturday guided tours.
Guided Tours
Saturday 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.Guided Tours of the museum and chapel at Presidio La Bahia by our Interpretive staff. Everyone is invited to join our Saturday guided tours.
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