Downtown San Antonio Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Downtown - Riverwalk featuring heritage architecture, boating and a bridge
Downtown - Riverwalk featuring signage
Downtown San Antonio
Downtown - Riverwalk featuring a bridge, boating and a river or creek
Downtown - Riverwalk showing signage

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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Activities


Our pick of the best Downtown San Antonio Hotel Deals

Riverwalk Plaza

Riverwalk Plaza

4 out of 5
100 Villita Street, Dwyer/Main Plaza, San Antonio, TX
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (5,645 reviews)
"The staff,"

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

Riverwalk Plaza
Menger Hotel

Menger Hotel

3.5 out of 5
204 Alamo Plaza, San Antonio, TX
The price is AU$206 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
AU$206
20 Aug - 21 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star historic hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,403 reviews)
"Great Hotel"

Reviewed on 6 Aug. 2025

Menger Hotel
Drury Plaza Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk

Drury Plaza Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk

3 out of 5
105 S Saint Marys Street, San Antonio, TX
The price is AU$245 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
AU$245
20 Aug - 21 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,592 reviews)
"The staff was exceptionally friendly. Stay was a good value for area."

Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025

Drury Plaza Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk
Sonesta ES Suites San Antonio Downtown Alamo Plaza

Sonesta ES Suites San Antonio Downtown Alamo Plaza

3 out of 5
425 Bonham, San Antonio, TX
The price is AU$168 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
AU$168
20 Aug - 21 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,674 reviews)
Great stay!!!
"Our stay at Sonesta ES in Downtown S.A. was excellent. This is the best hotel we have ever stayed in at this price, by far. Hot breakfast included. We will recommend this hotel to all of our friends and family. the remodel is super nice and it's only a 5 minute walk to the Alamo and just a couple ..."

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

Sonesta ES Suites San Antonio Downtown Alamo Plaza
Omni La Mansion del Rio

Omni La Mansion del Rio

4 out of 5
112 College St, San Antonio, TX
The price is AU$301 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
AU$301
20 Aug - 21 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,687 reviews)
"Everything"

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

Omni La Mansion del Rio
InterContinental San Antonio Riverwalk by IHG

InterContinental San Antonio Riverwalk by IHG

4.5 out of 5
111 East Pecan Street, San Antonio, TX
The price is AU$314 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
AU$314
20 Aug - 21 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Alamo and River Walk are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (505 reviews)
"Nice place too stay"

Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025

InterContinental San Antonio Riverwalk by IHG
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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Lavaca

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Lavaca and surrounding area, you can visit Alamodome and Alamo.

Lavaca
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Near East Side

If you're spending some time in Near East Side, Alamodome and Historic Sunset Station are top sights worth seeing.

Near East Side
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Pearl District

You'll love the stunning river views in Pearl District, and you might want to stick around to check out San Antonio River, a top place to visit.

Pearl District
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Tobin Hill

While visiting Tobin Hill, you might make a stop by sights like San Antonio River and Temple Beth-El.

Tobin Hill
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Midtown

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

Midtown
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Northwest Los Angeles Heights

While Northwest Los Angeles Heights may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Alamo and Alamodome.

Northwest Los Angeles Heights


Downtown San Antonio Travel Guide

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