Walking Tour Along the San Antonio Riverwalk And Around Downtown

From the first step of our adventure, I will share fascinating stories about the history, culture, architecture, and people of San Antonio, including the story of the Riverwalk, a hotel that was towed through the streets, another that had the rooms lifted up and stacked on top of each other, and what happened during the siege of the Alamo. See the most haunted hotel in San Antonio (and hear ghost stories) the quaint Arneson River Theater, the Tower of the Americas, San Fernando Cathedral and the romantic Marriage Island, where over 300 couples tie the knot annually. Take your photo on the famous Selina Bridge. Hear how Johnny Cash, Rudolph Valentino, Carol Burnett, Phil Collins, Babe Ruth, Maya Angelou, and Queen Elizabeth II are all connected to the city. I'll answer your questions, leaving you with many memorable stories to share...PLUS...it's a great way to get in your "steps" Are you looking for a gift for that hard-to-buy-for person ? Here it is ! Get ready for the Holidays now !

Itinerary
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Stop At: The Alamo, 300 Alamo Plaza, San Antonio, TX 78205-2606

You will be standing outside the world-famous Alamo. Hear the story of the siege and battle and why we remember the Alamo today. This is not a tour through the Alamo.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Tower of the Americas, 739 E. Cesar E. Chavez Blvd, San Antonio, TX 78205-3204

See the center of all the action of "Hemisfair" in 1968. We will stand at a distance of this amazing landmark. This is not a tour inside, which requires an additional admission fee, so if you want to visit inside, feel free to come back and visit for the amazing views. Over 6 million people came to San Antonio this famous symbol of the World's Fair.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: San Antonio River Walk, 849 E Commerce St, San Antonio, TX 78205-3939

Stroll among the towering cypress trees and hear the history of the historic Riverwalk. Take a photo on the famous Selena Bridge, marvel at Marriage Island, see the tree planted for Queen Elizabeth II and so many other features.

Duration: 1 hour 40 minutes

Stop At: Arneson River Theater, 418 Villita St, San Antonio, TX 78205-2908

This outdoor theater is on the San Antonio Riverwalk and is the scene of river parades, entertainment....and movies. Also located here is the beautiful Rosita Bridge.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Torch of Friendship, 351 Losoya Street In roundabout at Losoya, Commerce, Market, and Alamo streets, San Antonio, TX 78205

This towering sculpture is an icon of San Antonio. It was a gift to the city to show the friendship between three nations.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Menger Hotel, 204 Alamo Plaza, San Antonio, TX 78205, USA

Hear the fascinating stories of San Antonio's most haunted hotel and the famous celebrities who have stayed there.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: San Fernando De Bexar Cathedral, 115 W Main Plz, San Antonio, TX 78205-2718

It is one of the oldest cathedrals in the United States. Pope John Paul II visited the cathedral during his time in San Antonio, and Jim Bowie was married there.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: The Esquire Tavern, 155 E Commerce St, San Antonio, TX 78205, USA

It's the oldest tavern on the Riverwalk and opened in 1933. It boasts a wooden bar which is 100 feet long.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Bexar County Courthouse, San Antonio, TX

Probably the best-loved building in San Antonio and features a unique beehive dome. Hear the story of how it came to be.....and why it is so popular on one particular day each year.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Casa Rio, 430 E Commerce St, San Antonio, TX 78205, USA

See the iconic riverside restaurant with the colorful umbrellas. It boasts of being the first restaurant on the Riverwalk and dates back to 1946.

Duration: 5 minutes

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.