When in San Antonio - Visit the Riverwalk
San Antonio, Texas is home to a number of famous attractions. First and foremost, San Antonio is a U.S. city packed with an eclectic and interesting history.
The state of Texas, and particularly the city of San Antonio, is a story of heroism and independence, as a volunteer Texans fought to gain independence from Mexican forces in the mid-nineteenth century. The Battle at the Alamo in 1836 served as a symbol of the tenacity and resilience of Texans as 200 Texans held off Mexican forces (consisting of up to 6,000 men) for 13 days.
In addition to its rich history, San Antonio is known for its culture and local attractions. From its Native American roots to the heavy influence of the Spanish thereafter, San Antonio is a melting pot of cultures and flavors. Between its Native American and Spanish foundings, visitors get a great taste of the unique culture through art, food, music and more. Next to the historical tourist sites, one of the most popular attractions in San Antonio is its downtown River Walk.
The San Antonio River Walk is a connected series of city park spaces and walkways that follow along the San Antonio River. The River Walk is lined with restaurants and shops, making the river banks a major attraction for both locals and visitors alike. Walk down the paths and take in the sites at your own pace, or opt to travel down the water by river taxi. The Go Rio San Antonio River Cruises are a fantastic way to travel around from point A to point B or partake in a guided tour packed with information and history about the city of San Antonio. For more information on pricing and guided tours, click here.
A neat thing about San Antonio is that there is something for the whole family to enjoy. On part of the San Antonio River Walk, you will pass by The DoSeum. The DoSeum is San Antonio’s museum for kids, complete with interactive exhibits including 39,000 feet of exhibit space that is outdoors. This lifesize playground is filled with captivating learning experiences that let little ones take in the sites and wonders of San Antonio as well. Click here for more information on admissions to The DoSeum.
Four missions also line the San Antonio River. Stop by one of the missions for a deep immersion into the history of the city, and follow it up by boutique shopping and dining along the River Walk. The San Antonio River Walk offers guests unique shopping and dining that they will not be able to find anywhere else. There is also lodging directly along the River Walk, nightlife, live music and more.
Whether you are looking to learn more about the rich history of San Antonio or enjoy the sites of San Antonio by taking a river cruise, the options are endless. San Antonio is a place to celebrate the mixing of unique cultures, relax and unwind.
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