USS Texas - San Jacinto Monument

This was the first time to actually go in to the monument. I have lived in Houston my entire life and I am in my mid 60's. This was one of the best places to visit. So much history in one place. The elevator ride to the observation room was great the view was amazing. I will be back to walk the trails.Visited onWeekdayWait timeNo waitReservation recommendedNoPrice for adult entry$6–10

I can't say I'm much of a history buff so it was pretty much what you see is what you get. We strolled around the small museum on the ground floor but didn't go up the elevators, which you can do for a small fee. It was closed for maintenance when we were there. It's probably not worth going out of your way to see but it's a nice, short detour among other tourist stops in Houston if you're close by. The weather was perfect when we went and I was surprised to learn that it's actually taller than the Washington Monument in D.C.

For anyone interested in Texas history this stop is a must. Go to the top and get an overall view of the grounds where the battle happened. Watch a great 35 min movie and visit the museum. Don’t forget to get your Texas Passport signed and or pick up one for free to start your Texas History tour around the state.Visited onWeekendWait timeNo waitReservation recommendedNoPrice for adult entry$11–15

It’s a great experience to visit this place, it has couple of small parks along with trails to explore the historic spot and nature together. There is no ticket for entry to the park and to the trials but there is an 12$ ticket for the museum and to go to the top of the tower , along with a small show about the battle. There are posters and wall engraving with quotes and lot of information about the battle, ferries, and past.

The Obelisk is taller than the Washington Monument in DC just proving once again that everything is bigger in Texas lol. The World War I battleship the USS Texas was an amazing sight to see as well. Totally free to view but tours cost money, Not sure how much as I didn't take the tour.Visited onWeekdayWait timeNo waitReservation recommendedNoPrice for adult entryFree

I learned so much about the great state of Texas at this site. We spent 3 hours here and still only scratched the surface of what there was to see and learn. I want to come back here with my kids and my grandkids to help them learn about what happened here and why it matters today. Texas Forever!Visited onWeekdayWait timeNo waitReservation recommendedNoPrice for adult entry$6–10

I was born in Waco and grew up in Houston and came here with my parents to picnic on the grounds. As a Texas adult , this is MUST place to visit , as a person who likes history , go.Visited onWeekdayWait timeNo waitReservation recommendedNoPrice for adult entry$6–10

A great place to explore and experience how the Texas' independence was won from Mexico on April 21, 1836 at the Battle of San Jacinto.

Loved the monumental building and all the historic facts glorifying what Texas is today.Visited onWeekdayWait timeNo waitReservation recommendedNot surePrice for adult entry$11–15

Good tourist place, unfortunately we didn't manage to visit the ship itself as it was closed for repairs Visited onWeekdayWait timeNo waitPrice for adult entryFree