When I find out that someone is going to Texas, I always recommend that he or she visits San Antonio. I find that this city is like no other place I've ever been. It's filled with historical landmarks. The streets are surfaced with brick pavers and you can hear horse drawn carriages meandering by at any time of day or night. The River Walk (pictured below) is a network of walkways along the San Antonio River that are flanked by an array of different restaurants and low-key bars.
The "river" that runs though the downtown area of the city is actually a series of channels that was created after part of the San Antonio River was rerouted. It is not the natural route of the river. The River Walk was constructed over the course of several projects conducted in the latter half of the 20th century. The projects began in an effort to prevent flooding and then as restaurants and hotels sprang up, it became an attraction. (I don't mean "attraction" as in Disney World. I mean "attraction" as in a unique, relaxed destination.)
The entertainment in San Antonio is endless. There are tours, Flamenco Dancers, live bands, clubs and street performances.
The boat tours are my favorite. Many of the pictures featured on this blog were taken during the tours. A must-see is the Menger Hotel, which is rumored to be haunted. If you don't get a chance to lodge at the Menger, you should go in see the Menger bar, where Teddy Roosevelt recruited "The Rough Riders" that served during the Spanish-American War at the turn of the 20th century. Another must-see tour is the Alamo. I would suggest seeing the Alamo tour during the day and visiting the gardens, then venturing to the River Walk and taking a boat tour when the walkway is lit up and brimming with night life. You can sit back, relax and enjoy the warm Texas breeze that envelops you.
For links on more information on the River Walk and the Menger Hotel, please visit:The Menger
The San Antonio River Walk
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