Walking Tour Along the San Antonio Riverwalk And Around Downtown
ALAMO CITY WALKING TOURS
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Blair_W
1 day ago
Stewart was fabulous! Deep knowledge, great storyteller, considerate, etc. perfect way to spend a morning.
From the first step of your guided adventure, I will share fascinating stories about the history, culture, architecture, and personalities of San Antonio, including the back story of the Riverwalk, a hotel that was towed through the city streets, another that had the rooms lifted up and stacked on top of each other, and I'll share what happened during the siege and battle of the Alamo in 1836. There's the Tower of the Americas, San Fernando Cathedral, our Lovelock Bridge, the most haunted hotel in San Antonio, the quaint Arneson River Theater, and 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, Davy Crockett, and Queen Elizabeth II are all connected to the city. I'll gladly answer your questions, leaving you with many memorable stories to share...PLUS...it's a great way to get in your "steps" Remember...every step forward is a step back in time !
Departure Point
- We will meet at the Hertzberg Clock on this street corner
- We will complete our tour in the vicinity of the historic San Fernando Cathedral and Main Plaza.
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: The Alamo300 Alamo Plaza, , San Antonio, TexasHear the story of the siege and battle of the Alamo, what happened, and why we remember it today. You will be standing in front of this world-famous National Historic Landmark. This is not a tour through the Alamo.Duration: 15 minutesStop At: Tower Of The Americas739 E. Cesar E. Chavez Blvd, Hemisfair, San Antonio, TexasThis is the symbol of the World's Fair, known as "Hemisfair" held in San Antonio in 1968. Over 6 million people visited the city to experience the World's Fair. 750' tall, it towers over the city skyline.Duration: 5 minutesStop At: San Antonio River Walk849 E Commerce St, , San Antonio, TexasStroll among the towering cypress trees and hear the history of the historic Riverwalk. Take a photo on the famous Selena Bridge, visit Marriage Island, the cute Arneson River Theater, and so many other highlights of the Riverwalk.Duration: 1 hour and 40 minutesStop At: Arneson River Theater418 Villita St, , San Antonio, TexasThis outdoor theater, constructed in 1940, 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 minutesStop At: Torch of Friendship351 Losoya Street, In roundabout at Losoya, Commerce, Market, and Alamo streets, San Antonio, TexasThis towering sculpture is an icon of San Antonio. It was a gift to the city to show the friendship between three nations. Designed by Sebastian, this 65' high sculpture arrived in the city in 2002.Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Menger Hotel204 Alamo Plaza, San Antonio, TX 78205Hear the fascinating history and mystery of San Antonio's most haunted hotel.... and the famous celebrities who have stayed there.Duration: 10 minutesStop At: San Fernando De Bexar Cathedral115 W Main Plz, San Antonio, TexasIt is one of the oldest cathedrals in the United States and dates back to the early 1700's. Pope John Paul II visited the cathedral during his visit to San Antonio, and Jim Bowie was married there.Duration: 10 minutesStop At: The Esquire Tavern155 East Commerce Street, San Antonio, TX 78205It's the oldest tavern on the Riverwalk and opened in 1933. Apart from being the perfect spot to "people-watch" on the Riverwalk it boasts a beer-soaked wooden bar which is 100 feet long.Duration: 5 minutesStop At: Bexar County CourthouseSan Antonio, TexasProbably the best-loved building in San Antonio, and its Richardsonian Romanesque architecture features a unique beehive dome. Hear the story of how it came to be.....and why it is very popular on one special day each year.Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Casa Rio430 East Commerce Street, San Antonio, TX 78205See the iconic riverside restaurant with the colorful umbrellas. It boasts of being the first restaurant to open on the Riverwalk and dates back to 1946. A great spot to enjoy strolling mariachis as well.Duration: 5 minutesAdditional Information
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- There are small arch bridges and some staircases to climb
- Walkers should expect a 3 hour tour
- I do not offer a tour inside the Alamo, however, I will give you information so you can meet one of the Alamo Tour Guides
- I recommend that you not only bring water, but sunscreen, a hat and good walking shoes
- All Fees and Taxes
From the first step of your guided adventure, I will share fascinating stories about the history, culture, architecture, and personalities of San Antonio, including the back story of the Riverwalk, a hotel that was towed through the city streets, another that had the rooms lifted up and stacked on top of each other, and I'll share what happened during the siege and battle of the Alamo in 1836. There's the Tower of the Americas, San Fernando Cathedral, our Lovelock Bridge, the most haunted hotel in San Antonio, the quaint Arneson River Theater, and 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, Davy Crockett, and Queen Elizabeth II are all connected to the city. I'll gladly answer your questions, leaving you with many memorable stories to share...PLUS...it's a great way to get in your "steps" Remember...every step forward is a step back in time !
Departure Point
- We will meet at the Hertzberg Clock on this street corner
- We will complete our tour in the vicinity of the historic San Fernando Cathedral and Main Plaza.
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: The Alamo300 Alamo Plaza, , San Antonio, TexasHear the story of the siege and battle of the Alamo, what happened, and why we remember it today. You will be standing in front of this world-famous National Historic Landmark. This is not a tour through the Alamo.Duration: 15 minutesStop At: Tower Of The Americas739 E. Cesar E. Chavez Blvd, Hemisfair, San Antonio, TexasThis is the symbol of the World's Fair, known as "Hemisfair" held in San Antonio in 1968. Over 6 million people visited the city to experience the World's Fair. 750' tall, it towers over the city skyline.Duration: 5 minutesStop At: San Antonio River Walk849 E Commerce St, , San Antonio, TexasStroll among the towering cypress trees and hear the history of the historic Riverwalk. Take a photo on the famous Selena Bridge, visit Marriage Island, the cute Arneson River Theater, and so many other highlights of the Riverwalk.Duration: 1 hour and 40 minutesStop At: Arneson River Theater418 Villita St, , San Antonio, TexasThis outdoor theater, constructed in 1940, 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 minutesStop At: Torch of Friendship351 Losoya Street, In roundabout at Losoya, Commerce, Market, and Alamo streets, San Antonio, TexasThis towering sculpture is an icon of San Antonio. It was a gift to the city to show the friendship between three nations. Designed by Sebastian, this 65' high sculpture arrived in the city in 2002.Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Menger Hotel204 Alamo Plaza, San Antonio, TX 78205Hear the fascinating history and mystery of San Antonio's most haunted hotel.... and the famous celebrities who have stayed there.Duration: 10 minutesStop At: San Fernando De Bexar Cathedral115 W Main Plz, San Antonio, TexasIt is one of the oldest cathedrals in the United States and dates back to the early 1700's. Pope John Paul II visited the cathedral during his visit to San Antonio, and Jim Bowie was married there.Duration: 10 minutesStop At: The Esquire Tavern155 East Commerce Street, San Antonio, TX 78205It's the oldest tavern on the Riverwalk and opened in 1933. Apart from being the perfect spot to "people-watch" on the Riverwalk it boasts a beer-soaked wooden bar which is 100 feet long.Duration: 5 minutesStop At: Bexar County CourthouseSan Antonio, TexasProbably the best-loved building in San Antonio, and its Richardsonian Romanesque architecture features a unique beehive dome. Hear the story of how it came to be.....and why it is very popular on one special day each year.Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Casa Rio430 East Commerce Street, San Antonio, TX 78205See the iconic riverside restaurant with the colorful umbrellas. It boasts of being the first restaurant to open on the Riverwalk and dates back to 1946. A great spot to enjoy strolling mariachis as well.Duration: 5 minutesAdditional Information
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- There are small arch bridges and some staircases to climb
- Walkers should expect a 3 hour tour
- I do not offer a tour inside the Alamo, however, I will give you information so you can meet one of the Alamo Tour Guides
- I recommend that you not only bring water, but sunscreen, a hat and good walking shoes
- All Fees and Taxes
Need To Know Info
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Blair_W
Stewart was fabulous! Deep knowledge, great storyteller, considerate, etc. perfect way to spend a morning.
90peggyt
Stewart was engaging, a great storyteller and very knowledgeable. We learned lots of things about San Antonio, including history about the construction of the Riverwalk and many downtown building, the Alamo and local legends. We highly recommend this tour to anyone interested in learning about San Antonio!
Clarinda_C
So great and informative. Good info and personable. Went to Stewart because of a referral and he didn’t not disappoint. Thank you Stewart!! Chelsey and I had a great time!
Ed_S
Very interesting history and info about the city. Stewart did a wonderful job, kept us moving at a pace we enjoyed with many details we would not have known.
Carla_D
Stewart was an awesome tour guide. He took us all around the City and the River Walk! He was polite, informative and spoke so we could all hear. We really enjoyed the tour. We were skeptical when we booked a 3 hour walking tour but the time just flew and I would take another tour with Stewart any time!