Downtown San Antonio

San Antonio

Downtown - Riverwalk featuring heritage architecture, a river or creek and boating
Downtown - Riverwalk showing signage
Downtown San Antonio
Downtown - Riverwalk which includes boating, a river or creek and a bridge
Downtown - Riverwalk featuring 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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Top hotels in Downtown San Antonio

Riverwalk Plaza
Riverwalk Plaza
4 out of 5
100 Villita Street, Dwyer/Main Plaza, San Antonio, TX
The price is P4,932 per night from Jul 6 to Jul 7
P4,932
P5,830 total
Jul 6 - Jul 7
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! (5,420 reviews)
"Close to riverwalk, valet parking was great. Staff was friendly."

Reviewed on Jun 27, 2025

Riverwalk Plaza
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 P4,462 per night from Jul 8 to Jul 9
P4,462
P6,350 total
Jul 8 - Jul 9
includes taxes & fees
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 helpful ...
7.6/10 Good! (3,573 reviews)
"The room was very clean"

Reviewed on Jun 28, 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Antonio Riverwalk
Menger Hotel
Menger Hotel
3.5 out of 5
204 Alamo Plaza, San Antonio, TX
The price is P6,395 per night from Jul 17 to Jul 18
P6,395
P7,560 total
Jul 17 - Jul 18
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,338 reviews)
Piece of History.
"Menger is a great place to stay. Centrally located and short distance from River Walk."

Reviewed on Jun 29, 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 P6,760 per night from Jul 6 to Jul 7
P6,760
P7,991 total
Jul 6 - Jul 7
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! (3,474 reviews)
"Really nice hotel. Staff was friendly and talkative. You get breakfast and supper free and three drinks."

Reviewed on Jun 29, 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 P5,507 per night from Jul 6 to Jul 7
P5,507
P6,509 total
Jul 6 - Jul 7
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! (1,620 reviews)
Sister Trip!
"3 old hippie sisters headed to SA for a Jon Anderson concert. Valet & front desk were lovely & friendly. Excellent location, comfortable beds ( even the pull out was comfortable!) Very nice kitchen in suite. Only complaint is the low water pressure in the shower."

Reviewed on Jun 30, 2025

Sonesta ES Suites San Antonio Downtown Alamo Plaza
Hotel Valencia Riverwalk
Hotel Valencia Riverwalk
4.5 out of 5
150 E Houston St, San Antonio, TX
The price is P8,067 per night from Jul 9 to Jul 10
P8,067
P11,001 total
Jul 9 - Jul 10
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,925 reviews)
"Check in was smooth. I was greeted immediately from the second I got off my car to assistance to the counter and great service during check in."

Reviewed on Jun 25, 2025

Hotel Valencia Riverwalk
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