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Mission San José

San Antonio, TX

History

The largest of San Antonio’s Spanish missions, completed in 1782, with rebuilt walls, Indigenous living quarters and the carved Rose Window. It is part of a World Heritage Site; entry and parking are free.

Nearest town
San Antonio, TX
Category
History & culture
GPS
29.3617, -98.4803
Editor's pick
★

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

Best time to go

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

The most pleasant months are usually March–April and October–December. Still fine, with some compromises, in January–February and May. Hot in June–September. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

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Nearby

Campsites nearby

  • Traveler's World RV ResortMotorhome stopover
    1 mi from Mission San José
    Motorhomes
  • Mission City RV ParkMotorhome stopover
    6 mi from Mission San José
    Motorhomes
  • Braunig Lake RV ResortMotorhome stopover
    8 mi from Mission San José
    Motorhomes
  • Fort Sam Houston Recreation Vehicle ParkMotorhome stopover
    8 mi from Mission San José · 68 pitches
    MotorhomesElectricity
  • Pecan Springs RV ResortMotorhome stopover
    24 mi from Mission San José · 54 pitches
    MotorhomesElectricityToiletsWaste disposalDogs allowedWi-Fi
  • Creekside RV ParkMotorhome stopover
    24 mi from Mission San José
    MotorhomesElectricityWi-Fi

All campsites in Texas · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is Mission San José?

Mission San José is in San Antonio, TX, at GPS 29.3617, -98.4803. It is about 24 mi from Castroville.

Can you camp near Mission San José?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Traveler's World RV Resort, about 1 mi away; within 25 mi there are 39 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Mission San José?

Mission San José is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Spanish missions and the Frio River canyonlands.

What is there to see near Mission San José?

Places worth a stop nearby: San Antonio River Walk (4 mi), The Alamo (4 mi), Guadalupe River State Park (34 mi) and Gruene Historic District (34 mi).

When is the best time to visit Mission San José?

The most pleasant months are usually March–April and October–December. Still fine, with some compromises, in January–February and May. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)