Ciudad Acuña

No visit to Del Rio would be complete without a trip to its sister city, Ciudad Acuña. You can hop a bus from Del Rio to the bridge or park at the border if you’d like; from here it’s a quick taxi ride to the city.

Acuña is a shopper's delight thanks to its many stores along Hidalgo Street. Don’t miss Indio Boots with a huge selection of western boots in various leathers and hides. The city makes it easy to start holiday shopping early with a wide selection of handmade fine leather goods to crafts tempt shoppers looking for unique gift items.

Don't worry about shopping 'til you drop: you'll find plenty of restaurants and bars in this area, too. A must-do is Crosbys, known for its Tex-Mex food, steaks, seafood, and fish from nearby Lake Amistad. Other popular stops include La Macarena Restaurant Bar, built in 1942, Amigo's Pub, serving Mexican dishes and seafood, and Panchos, both a bar and an expansive shop.

For nightlife fun, The Corona Club features both country and rock music and visitors can dance the night away on the outdoor patio. And don’t be surprised if the club looks familiar; you might just recognize it as the set for Robert Rodriquez's El Mariachi and Desperado movies.

If you'd like to make Ciudad Acuña your home base, you'll find several well-known hotels here as well including the Best Western Hotel Villa Real, five blocks from the International Bridge, and Hotel San Antonio, just three blocks from the border.

For More Information:

For more information on a Ciudad Acuña stay, contact the Ciudad Acuña Convention and Visitors Bureau at 877-717-9966 or check with the Del Rio Chamber.

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