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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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
The price is AU$178 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$178
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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! (5,656 reviews)
"Beds were very comfortable. Lots of pillows as well. The food was good, for comfort food."

Reviewed on 9 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 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$206
24 Aug - 25 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! (3,391 reviews)
"Located next to the Alamo and mall on the Riverwalk. Very convenient to shopping and restaurants."

Reviewed on 9 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$232 per night from 22 Aug to 23 Aug
AU$232
22 Aug - 23 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! (3,609 reviews)
"It was nice and easy from check in to check out everyone was nice the valet was fast. THE BED 10/10 slept like a baby. Will return again!"

Reviewed on 8 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 12 Aug to 13 Aug
AU$168
12 Aug - 13 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! (1,676 reviews)
"Great location close to downtown. Walkable distance to the river walk, the Alamo and mall. Would stay here again!"

Reviewed on 6 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$300 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$300
24 Aug - 25 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! (2,682 reviews)
"Very pleased"

Reviewed on 7 Aug. 2025

Omni La Mansion del Rio
Crockett Hotel

Crockett Hotel

3 out of 5
320 Bonham, San Antonio, TX
The price is AU$174 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$174
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,426 reviews)
Great haunted hotel!
"Everything was great! Everyone was very nice and professional. The room was very clean and comfortable. The Tavern onsite was great! Food was awesome and my server was amazing! The valet parking was top notch! Highly recommend this hotel if you’re staying in downtown San Antonio."

Reviewed on 7 Aug. 2025

Crockett Hotel
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


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