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Sightseeing in San Antonio
Most San Antonio attractions are grouped in a few areas: Downtown We'd recommend starting your sightseeing downtown
at Alamo Plaza, home of the Alamo and birthplace not only
of Texas liberty but also of San Antonio tourism. Here you can take
guided tours, a city bus or trolley, or just enjoy a pedestrian
look at the area. Behind Alamo Plaza lies the Paseo del Rio or
River Walk, one of the most visited spots in Texas. Located
below street level, the river banks are lined with sidewalk cafes
and specialty shops. On one edge of the River Walk rests La Villita,
the "little village" that was the original settlement
in Old San Antonio. Here you'll find wares of many of the city's
artisans displayed and sold in historic structures. La Villita sits in the shadow of the 750-foot Tower
of the Americas, where you can enjoy the best view of the city
from the observation deck, a revolving restaurant, or the bar and
disco. The tower was built as the symbol of HemisFair, the 1968
World's Fair. The tower is located in HemisFair Park, the
grounds of the fair that now sports a fresh look following a recent
facelift and addition of restful water gardens. Nearby, the Henry
B. Gonzales Convention Center hosts thousands of conventioneers
annually as one of the state's busiest meeting facilities. Directly south of the River Walk lies the King William Historic District, home of the city's stately mansions built during the 19th century. This area is a favorite for bed-and-breakfast lovers. West of the River Walk West of the River Walk area, a quick ride by trolley or car, is Market Square, the most Mexican attraction in town. Here you can shop for imports in El Mercado (the largest Mexican marketplace in the United States), dine on a Tex-Mex feast, or tour some nearby historic buildings. North of Downtown Along Broadway north of downtown lie many of San
Antonio's museums and outdoor attractions. Brackenridge Park,
home of the city's zoo and Japanese gardens, along with plenty of
family activities await just minutes from downtown. Continue north on Broadway to the intersection of
Loop 410, then turn west to the intersection of US 281. This is
the location of the San Antonio International Airport, where many
visitors begin and end their stay. It's also home to some of the
city's best shopping areas, from big name department stores such
as Saks Fifth Avenue and Marshall Field's to small import shops
and art galleries. South of Downtown South of downtown, the Mission Trail holds many attractions, especially for history buffs. Along this historic route, you can tour four Spanish missions, each still open for Sunday services. The Edge of Town And on the northwest side of town, along Loop 1604, lie two of Texas's top family attractions: Six Flags Fiesta Texas and Sea World of Texas. From spring through fall, these parks are filled with tourists from around the U.S. and Mexico who come to enjoy thrill rides, musical productions, and marine animal shows. Return to San Antonio Travel Guide |
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