San Antonio Texas Riverwalk

Although San Antonio is sometimes called "Alamo City," its main attraction these days is its Riverwalk. Although the San Antonio River does run through the City, the Riverwalk was built during the Depression as a Works Public Administration project by digging a "U" shaped canal-wide extension of the river. Two hotels constructed for the 1968 HemisFair sparked the growth of retail stores and restaurants that now is the best reason to visit the city. Many hours can be spent strolling the below street level, often shaded paths and browsing the stores or taking a break for a meal at one of the numerous restaurants lining the way. When it's time to get inside for air conditioning, there's the Riverwalk Mall at the end of the path. (Music: San Antonio Rose.)


Riverwalk Mall is the turn around point for those who'd rather ride than walk	Bridges at selected locations allow access to the other side of the Riverwalk	Outdoor eating is available at numerous restaurants of many cuisines, including Texas BBQ


If you're having just one beer, a 24-ounce can of genuine Texas Lone Star is the winner	Arneson River Theatre The "grass" in the foreground is actually the seating area	Entrance to La Villita A small complex of shops accessible from Riverwalk


Historic Menger Hotel Adjacent to Riverwalk Mall & 100 yards from the Alamo	Alamo Square is lined with turista shops, including this "Australian goodies" store