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The San Antonio River Walk

The San Antonio River Walk

Pedestrian Plaza
Alamo Plaza, San Antonio
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    Rasha F EGY ⛳️
    "Splendid historical area for a walk or boat tour"(10 Tips)
    LilyRose G.
    "I loved this place, can be so romantic."(10 Tips)
    Jan F.
    "Great for walking, people watching, eating, drinking, & shopping."(5 Tips)
    CORLEA P.
    "Little Rein Steak House had a great dinner and view of the parade."(8 Tips)
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  • Torzin Sheart icon on user image
    Torzin SJune 9, 2015
    The area is very lovely with beautiful gardens, shops, restaurants along the river that almost looks like city moat. A must to see in San Antonio, there are many nice spot to take photos.
    Upvoted Oct 3
  • Xim T.heart icon on user image
    Xim TogMay 3, 2017
    Favorite place in San Antonio! 😍 Full of life,music,art,food,history & shops! I recommend the boat ride @5-6pm for best light in pics. You should walk it too w/plenty of time to make stops and admire
  • Tony T.heart icon on user image
    Tony TApril 27, 2016
    As long as you don't stroll up to the street level and stay on the river walk path, you can enjoy any of your favorite alcoholic beverages along the river!!!
    Upvoted 3 weeks ago
  • Apurva M.heart icon on user image
    Apurva MehtaFebruary 2, 2018
    Beautiful walk. I’d recommend visiting around the evening for dinner just before it gets dark so you get to see it light up as it gets darker!
  • Jen S.heart icon on user image
    Jen SMarch 31, 2018
    Come down early in the day and you can leisurely stroll along the river walk without the crowds.
  • Steve P.heart icon on user image
    Steve PhillipsOctober 25, 2020
    This is a must stop in San Antonio. So much to see and experience. Take the boat tour to hear about the history and just take in the sites.
  • Jared R.heart icon on user image
    Jared RauhMarch 26, 2019
    This made it well worth the trip to San Antonio. Heads up for those with toddlers: there are quite a few bridges that make it difficult to travel with a stroller. Bring it, just be ready to lift 💪
  • Nico P.heart icon on user image
    Nico ParkerFebruary 13, 2019
    The River Walk is beautiful, and if you can afford a hotel that connects to it then you should definitely stay in one. There's tons of restaurants and shops all along it and there's lots of birds.
  • Gaston M.heart icon on user image
    Gaston Motola AcunaSeptember 26, 2017
    Great place to hang out, dozens of restaurants, options for bars, good for lunch, dinner, drinks. If you're visiting, you.must come.here.
  • Rasha F EGY ⛳️heart icon on user image
    Rasha F EGY ⛳️November 16, 2019
    Splendid historical area for a walk or boat tour, lots of coffees & dinners, lots of colors & nice people, life is a trip, enjoy
  • Alevtina B.heart icon on user image
    Alevtina BorisovaAugust 27, 2018
    His place is exceptional. Really gorgeous, the atmosphere is outstanding, and the food options are great.
  • Lilith E.heart icon on user image
    Lilith EdenJuly 11, 2015
    There is so much to do on the Riverwalk , shopping, restaurants, museums, ghost tours, and more, just be sure to make reservations for some of these things in advance! There can be a long wait.
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    eliJune 15, 2019
    beautiful architecture and waterfront! lots of options for tours and sightseeing, as well as restaurants (mostly mexican food). the place is heavily populated with ducks and pigeons.
  • Piatti Ristorante & Barheart icon on user image
    Piatti Ristorante & BarSeptember 20, 2014
    What is a trip to SA without a visit to the River Walk? There is nothing like walking along on a warm evening with someone you love talking to and taking in the atmosphere! -Piatti Ristorante & Bar
  • Theodore K.
    Theodore KimDecember 1, 2011
    Touristy? Absolutely. But the magic of this part of town can't be denied. There's lots to do and the people watching is fabulous. Tip: Get up early and enjoy the canal in tranquility. Magical.
  • Social N.
    Social News NetworkNovember 25, 2013
    The San Antonio Riverwalk is a must when visiting the city. Enjoy great food and shopping, and be sure to take the boat tour on the water.
  • Michaelheart icon on user image
    MichaelDecember 14, 2016
    One of the greatest American cities to visit. The river walk is packed full of shops, restaurants, and bars.
  • Lilith E.heart icon on user image
    Lilith EdenJuly 10, 2015
    There is so much to do on the Riverwalk , shopping, restaurants, museums, ghost tours, and more, just be sure to make reservations for some of these things in advance.
  • Yani I.heart icon on user image
    Yani ImanFebruary 18, 2014
    Try to walk the whole Riverwalk on foot. You can to see so much more and eavesdrop on the cruise boats tours while you're at it hehe... "Don't feed the ducks, pigeons or other wildlife."
  • Navjot S.heart icon on user image
    Navjot SinghJune 16, 2016
    Great outdoors for walking around , lots of restaurants and boat ride. Kids enjoy the ducks on the river walk and lots of touristy things to do
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    y parsonMarch 10, 2011
    beautiful site to see during the winter holidays at night, also lots of parades during he Battle of Flowers Parade is the oldest event and largest parade of Fiesta® San Antonio attracting crowds of mo Read more
  • Daniel K.heart icon on user image
    Daniel KilkennyAugust 9, 2016
    Take a boat ride, find Julio if possible on the river boats. Walking around at night is a great experience, lots of great restaurants to choose from...
  • Dianey S.heart icon on user image
    Dianey SandovalApril 17, 2017
    Great place to explore and have a bite to eat on the river.... plenty of restaurants and bars to choose from..take comfy shoes!!
  • Hope C.heart icon on user image
    Hope ClontzJune 21, 2014
    Beautiful place, the boat tour was great and once we got to know our way around everything was really easy to get to. We want to go back soon
  • Veronica F.
    Veronica Fernandez MillerSeptember 2, 2013
    Walking in the evenings at this Riverwalk is very entertaining, there are people coming from different parts of this country, there is music coming from different restaurants, it's just fun.
  • Ryan S.heart icon on user image
    Ryan SvobodaSeptember 24, 2018
    This is such a cool place to go for a walk or date. It can get busy though, so avoid the weekends if you don't like crowds.
  • Jimmy K.heart icon on user image
    Jimmy KastnerAugust 7, 2017
    Such a scenic place for photography. Be careful as you approach the canal. Lots of shady folks.
  • V H.heart icon on user image
    V HJanuary 30, 2019
    Great walkways along the river below the bustling city above - huge selection of bars and restaurants. A must if new to San Antonio
  • Maricristi
    MaricristiSeptember 30, 2012
    Nice combination of stone pathways connect shops, restaurants and museums with a blend of historic and modern architecture besides the San Antonio River... Just love it!!!
  • Jei K.heart icon on user image
    Jei KuNovember 27, 2012
    Beautiful time for Christmas. Really romantic ;) Had a wonderful time <3 It was just so.. amazing.. *swoons* Beautiful beautiful beautiful!
  • Laura R.
    Laura RamosMarch 14, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Beautiful at night and great for bar hopping but SO crowded! Makes a little scary when walking along river with no space to walk.
  • Tony B.heart icon on user image
    Tony BloomJuly 25, 2015
    Don't fall in! No guardrails along the river, so as you are taking in the spectacle that is this great spot . . . keep mindful of your step (I stayed dry, by the way!).
  • Staff Picks
    Staff PicksDecember 6, 2016
    The San Antonio River Walk was one of the more wished for places throughout 2015’s I Want Somewhere holiday campaign. Where’s your somewhere? Enter to win a bucket list experience. Read more
  • Jan F.heart icon on user image
    Jan FreemanJuly 24, 2016
    Great for walking, people watching, eating, drinking, & shopping. Take a guided tour boat ride down the river.
  • Joe C.heart icon on user image
    Joe ChuMay 12, 2016
    Loved the walk. Relaxing and nice atmosphere. Good for walking exercise and people watching at the same time.
  • Tom S.
    Tom SmithSeptember 26, 2013
    Safe, clean and friendly. Purely for tourists. A public park well maintained by the city. Boudro's is the best restaurant on the walk.
  • Sue E.heart icon on user image
    Sue EllenFebruary 17, 2018
    Absolutely gorgeous to visit and great tour for cheap price! Highly recommend
  • Dr Michael L.
    Dr Michael LangeOctober 17, 2014
    what a blast, lots of nice resturants. if you in San Antonio u have to spend one pm here.
  • René L.heart icon on user image
    René LePaulApril 10, 2017
    Been here 5+ times
    Great for tourists. Enjoy a ride on the river boats or stop in for drinks/food at one of the riverfront eateries.
  • Andres E.heart icon on user image
    Andres ElizondoJanuary 11, 2017
    Beautiful to be around when the evening comes around and the lights go off. Great to visit during holidays
  • Nohariz Iris G.
    Nohariz Iris GonzalezNovember 23, 2011
    The most romantic, beautifully haunting place you can go on a date with that special someone. Do visit zigi's, howl at the moon, an take a ghost haunt after visiting the Alamo!
  • Beth B.heart icon on user image
    Beth BondApril 13, 2018
    Charming! Don't miss if you are in San Antonio.
  • Hannah A.heart icon on user image
    Hannah AlkadiMay 22, 2017
    Such a colorful and scenic part of San Antonio. I could spend days here.
  • Jacobo G.heart icon on user image
    Jacobo GómezAugust 16, 2015
    Definitely nice and cool, but overwhelmingly full of families... San Antonio really is the Orlando of Texas
  • Karin G.heart icon on user image
    Karin GattringerOctober 15, 2016
    Daytime or evening stroll - both are fantastic.
  • Christina S.heart icon on user image
    Christina SalazarJuly 10, 2017
    Fun to walk up and down the river then stop at one of the restaurants for a drink and chips and salsa.
  • Austin American-Statesman
    Austin American-StatesmanFebruary 22, 2012
    One story below downtown San Antonio, the River Walk is lined with restaurants, bars and shops. The first restaurant on the River Walk opened in 1946.
  • Bee W.
    Bee WilliamsSeptember 2, 2015
    The river walk is pretty awesome you can walk from the Alamo all the way to the tower of America
  • Regina
    ReginaMarch 14, 2015
    Crowded and noisy. Be careful because there are no guard rails so it's easy to fall in. I once saw a guy go swimming naked in the Riverwalk. He was arrested, so if you feel hot, just get a cold drink.
  • Benjamin V.heart icon on user image
    Benjamin VuongJanuary 10, 2023
    San Antonio River Walk at 23 miles drive to the southeast of San Antonio dentist Life Smiles Dental Studio
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