Welcome to Spring Break 2013 in the Alamo City. As you know, there are a myriad of great things to do while you are visiting but we are always focused on the Riverwalk. Remember, our  boats open at 9 am daily, weather permitting) and run until, at least 9 pm. You have three locations to [...]

River Walk Capital Improvement Project Each year, thousands of residents and visitors enjoy San Antonio’s many community amenities. One of them in particular, the Riverwalk, is a favorite destination to appreciate while in our downtown. Over the last several years, the City has taken steps to improve and maintain our historical gem with needed infrastructure [...]

I grew up on a ranch in South Texas.  We had to drive six miles into town; it was four miles on dirt roads until we hit pavement.  Consequently, riding a bike on the streets of the seventh largest city in the nation doesn’t come naturally to me.  But I’ve learned that riding with good [...]

Usher in the Holiday Season on the River Walk this year with the 2012 Ford Holiday River Parade and Lighting Ceremony. On Friday, November 23rd at 7:00 in the evening, watch the San Antonio River Walk come alive under beautifully draped LED lights in 200 trees. Tourists and locals alike can enjoy the show from [...]

Happy fall! What a great time to be on the River Walk in San Antonio and enjoying floating on a cruiser! This is one of my favorite times of year in San Antonio, and I wanted to share with you a few of my “must do’s” and remind everyone that our popular SAVE Program extends [...]

If you’ve traveled around the country, you already know that San Antonio has the best Mexican food. Folks travel from all over the world to try our South of the border specialties. Every time we return on a late night flight from a road trip, it’s the first thing we crave.  Whether it’s tacos from [...]

Looking for a little luck? How about a boat full? Then we have just the thing for you this Friday, September 21! We are spreading good fortune and raising awareness of Alzheimer’s disease through “Lucky Boat,” a special opportunity for everyone on board a select boat, to win while enjoying a cruise on the San [...]

Providing the most unique way to offer the wonder that is the San Antonio River and the famous Riverwalk to more than 1.5 million passengers a year isn’t enough for us—thanks to our robust online presence at www.riosanantonio.com, we have logged more than 21.5 million web hits over the last year. There’s no question that [...]

As I traveled cross country this summer, I was reminded of how often we find ourselves wanting to take great pictures and record our memories but with such different conditions for which to prepare.   This series is intended to help you take amazing River Walk pictures in the simplest way possible.  I’ve taken basic photos [...]

1. Stay out of the sun. Limit your outdoor activity. Use sunscreen! 2. Dress appropriately. Wear sunglasses and hats with brims. Wear lightweight,light-colored, loose-fitting, long-sleeved clothes made of a breathable fabric such as cotton. 3. Avoid hot, heavy meals. Eat 4 – 5 servings of fresh fruit and vegetables daily with a balanced diet. 4. [...]