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THE ALAMO
The most famous spot in Texas, where 189 defenders
fell on March 6, 1863, after repeated attacks by
Mexican General Santa Anna’s army. The Alamo
is located in the heart of the city on beautifully
landscaped grounds.
THE PEARL BREWERY
Located along the banks of the San Antonio River,
The Pearl is a culinary and cultural destination
near downtown San Antonio. The mixed-use space
features retail, dining, picturesque green spaces,
paseos riverside amphitheater, and the third campus
of The Culinary Institute of America.
THE RIVER WALK “PASEO DEL RIO”
San Antonio’s famed River Walk consists of over five miles of
shaded walks with unique shops, cafés, restaurants, clubs and
entertainment. Barges are available for scenic tours and public
transportation.
NATURAL BRIDGE CAVERNS
Underground chambers are filled with delicate crystalline
formations and huge natural stone monuments. Flashlight
tours are available, as is panning for hidden gems and minerals.
SAN ANTONIO ZOO
One of the nation’s largest zoos, the park houses more than 3,500
animals and 750 species. Highlights include the endangered
whooping crane, the butterfly exhibit and Gibbon Forest, built
into the side of a limestone cliff.
