San Antonio Historic Downtown & Riverwalk Tour

Accompany a regional tour operator as we delve into the past, construction, and attractions of central San Antonio, including its cherished Riverwalk. Be prepared to traverse around two miles during the tour.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Main Plaza - Learn about the origins of San Fernando Cathedral and Main Plaza
  • San Antonio River Walk - The tour will make various stops above and along the famed Riverwalk. Learn about its history and how it came to be the beloved attraction we know today.
  • La Villita Historic Arts Village - Full of historic homesteads, now artisan village, the tour will explore the origins of the Village.
What's Included
  • Bottled water included
Location
La Vida Coffee
Jefferson
Tours will meet at La Vida Coffee at 106 Jefferson Street, inside the Burns Building in Downtown San Antonio.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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283karie
Nov 20, 2024
Texian Tours was awesome! - Matthew was our guide from Texian Tours. He was amazing! He was Knowledgeable and personable, funny and professional. We loved our time on the tour. I learned so much and had a great time doing it!
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Jkfran
Nov 15, 2024
A must do if able. - This was the most informative tour of of the history of old San Antonio. It was an easy level walk but we covered a large area of the downtown area.
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Janice_b
Oct 29, 2024
A lovely overview - The historical facts presented during the walk Our tour guide presented information in an interesting manner. He was considerate of all guests and was engaging with them. We would recommend this tour to others. Pick and drop off was convenient. Water was provided.
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Debra_c
Oct 28, 2024
Great tour if only have a few hours - We only had a few hours and this was a good tour to do if to get the general history of San Antonio. Matthew was very informative and would highly recommend.
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Doug_d
Oct 12, 2024
Excellent tour guide, a true local with SA pride! - Great walking tour, Matthew has a passion for the area and an excellent knowledge of the history. Definitely recommend!
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Ddgedinburgh
Oct 5, 2024
Interesting & Enlightening San Antonio Downtown Walking Tour - We had an excellent San Antonio Downtown walking tour guide in Joseph, who had a real breadth and depth of knowledge of the city and its history.
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Dream575481
Oct 4, 2024
The anecdotes and history of San Antonio - Very nice and matte very good guide Despite the difficulty of the language he put all the means to explain me and especially his wisdom above all e San Antonio .. I recommend it 100%
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Mary_m
Sep 27, 2024
Great tour -would highly recommend. - Wonderful, passionate guide. Really knew his subject matter and was very fun and informative. I would highly recommend.
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Timku6252kt
Sep 26, 2024
Our first trip to San Antonio, TX - Matt was our tour operator. He was so knowledgeable about the sites and history of San Antonio. I highly recommend this tour.
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Drinkplenty
Nov 10, 2024
Lots of Information - Too much detail and not enough general information about founding of San Antonio. Need layman terms about history of city.
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