San Antonio History and Riverwalk Walking Tour

From the first step of our adventure, I will share fascinating stories about the history, culture, architecture, and personalities of San Antonio, including the backstory 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, the most haunted hotel in San Antonio built in 1859, 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, Maya Angelou, 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" Put on your "walking shoes".....and let's go !

Meeting Point

175 E Houston St

175 E Houston St, San Antonio, TX 78205, USA

We will meet at the Hertzberg Clock on this street corner

What to expect:

Duration: 3 hours

The Alamo

300 Alamo Plaza, , San Antonio, 78205-2606, Texas

Hear 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.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Tower Of The Americas

739 E. Cesar E. Chavez Blvd, Hemisfair, San Antonio, 78205-3204, Texas

This 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.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

San Antonio River Walk

849 E Commerce St, , San Antonio, 78205-3939, Texas

Stroll 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.

1 hour, 40 minutes

Arneson River Theater

418 Villita St, , San Antonio, 78205-2908, Texas

This 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.

10 minutes

Torch of Friendship

351 Losoya Street, In roundabout at Losoya, Commerce, Market, and Alamo streets, San Antonio, 78205, Texas

This 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.

10 minutes

Menger Hotel

204 Alamo Plaza, San Antonio, TX 78205, USA

Hear the fascinating history and mystery of San Antonio's most haunted hotel.... and the famous celebrities who have stayed there.

10 minutes

San Fernando De Bexar Cathedral

115 W Main Plz, San Antonio, 78205-2718, Texas

It 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.

10 minutes

The Esquire Tavern

155 E Commerce St, San Antonio, TX 78205, USA

It'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.

5 minutes

Bexar County Courthouse

San Antonio, Texas

Probably 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.

10 minutes

Casa Rio

430 E Commerce St, San Antonio, TX 78205, USA

See 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.

5 minutes