Downtown San Antonio Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Downtown - Riverwalk featuring outdoor eating, a city and dining out
Explore the network of pedestrian paths that follows the beautiful San Antonio River to discover restaurants and bars, gift shops, galleries and museums.

The San Antonio River Walk is a picturesque way to navigate across downtown and to explore the banks of the river, which are one of the city’s major entertainment precincts.

You can enter the 15-mile (24-kilometer) San Antonio River Walk from a number of points in the center of the city, each offering access to a myriad of activities. A range of colorful Tex-Mex restaurants, cocktail bars and open-air music venues provide entertainment on the restaurant terraces overlooking the river. You can find many of San Antonio’s independent musicians here performing rock, folk and Mariachi music within the cozy cafés and bars.

Follow the path to see the colorful boats that line the water’s edge or take a cruise along the river for a relaxing journey through the heart of the city. Make sure to stop at La Villita Historic Arts Village, a highlight along the River Walk. Here you can admire exhibitions of local and international art and browse more than 30 boutique craft stores.

Stroll further along the riverbank from the center of town to the Museum Reach cultural precinct. Pass under drooping trees, flowering shrubs and landscaped garden areas. The San Antonio River is a haven for the city’s wildlife and you’re likely to see ducks and squirrels playing in the area. Arriving at Museum Reach, you’ll find the San Antonio Museum of Art and a number of San Antonio’s upscale restaurants overlooking the river.

The San Antonio River Walk is well serviced by all modes of public transport and metered parking can be found at each entrance to the trail. Visit the San Antonio River Walk to see why it has become one of the most popular attractions in Texas.


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Our pick of the best Downtown San Antonio Hotel Deals

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Antonio Riverwalk
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Antonio Riverwalk
3 out of 5
303 Blum Street, San Antonio, TX
The price is AU$143 per night from 7 May to 8 May
AU$143
per night
7 May - 8 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
7.4/10 Good! (2,626 reviews)
"A very good area within walking distance of the Riverwalk & the Market Square"

Reviewed on 3 May 2024

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Antonio Riverwalk
Riverwalk Plaza
Riverwalk Plaza
4 out of 5
100 Villita Street, Dwyer/Main Plaza, San Antonio, TX
The price is AU$231 per night from 6 May to 7 May
AU$231
per night
6 May - 7 May
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (3,549 reviews)
"Hotel staff was very friendly and helpful. Location was great."

Reviewed on 3 May 2024

Riverwalk Plaza
Menger Hotel
Menger Hotel
3.5 out of 5
204 Alamo Plaza, San Antonio, TX
The price is AU$219 per night from 20 May to 21 May
AU$219
per night
20 May - 21 May
Book a stay at this historic hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,807 reviews)
"Loved staying in this historic place, especially since my great grandfather was the architect!"

Reviewed on 4 May 2024

Menger Hotel
Crockett Hotel
Crockett Hotel
3 out of 5
320 Bonham, San Antonio, TX
The price is AU$203 per night from 12 May to 13 May
AU$203
per night
12 May - 13 May
Book a stay at this historic hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free WiFi, valet parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,668 reviews)
"Construction made it difficukt to get around on foot & dusty"

Reviewed on 3 May 2024

Crockett Hotel
Hotel Gibbs Downtown Riverwalk
Hotel Gibbs Downtown Riverwalk
3.5 out of 5
105 N Alamo, San Antonio, TX
The price is AU$210 per night from 12 May to 13 May
AU$210
per night
12 May - 13 May
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly aparthotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,780 reviews)
"It was great and the best thing about it was it’s location, it is located literally in the heart of the city of San Antonio."

Reviewed on 1 May 2024

Hotel Gibbs Downtown Riverwalk
Hotel Contessa
Hotel Contessa
4 out of 5
306 W Market Street, San Antonio, TX
The price is AU$385 per night from 12 May to 13 May
AU$385
per night
12 May - 13 May
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy an outdoor pool, a full-service spa, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,736 reviews)
"Very awesome experience"

Reviewed on 4 May 2024

Hotel Contessa
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Downtown San Antonio

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Southtown

Southtown is popular for its stunning river views, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to San Antonio River or Blue Star Contemporary Art Center.

Southtown
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Near East Side

If you're spending some time in Near East Side, Alamodome and Carver Community Cultural Center are top sights worth seeing.

Near East Side
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Tobin Hill

While visiting Tobin Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Pearl District and Brackenridge Park.

Tobin Hill
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Midtown

Unique features of Midtown include the river views and bars. Make a stop by San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium or Pearl District while you're exploring the area.

Midtown
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Arena District

If you're spending some time in Arena District, Frost Bank Center and Freeman Coliseum are top sights worth seeing.

Arena District
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Prospect Hill

Though Prospect Hill may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Basilica of the National Shrine of the Little Flower and The Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center.

Prospect Hill

Downtown San Antonio Travel Guide

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