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
Meet a Texas Revolution Reenactor!
Saturday 10 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.First Saturday of even-numbered months
Meet a Texas Revolution reenactor and enjoy the tales of a reenacting legend!
3rd Annual El Camino Real Day!
Saturday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.Join us at Presidio La Bahia as we celebrate the El Camino Real Trail as part of the 3rd Annual El Camino Real Day! We are again partnering with the El Camino Real de los Tejas National Historic Trail Association to honor our part of the trail! This year we will have living historians focused on the Gutierrez-Magee Expedition in the plaza, as well as a pinch pot activity in the museum.
Meet a Texas Revolution Reenactor!
Saturday 10 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.First Saturday of even-numbered months
Meet a Texas Revolution reenactor and enjoy the tales of a reenacting legend!
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