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River Walk

100 Villita, San Antonio, TX 78205
210 270 8748
Ranked #4 of 159 attractions in San Antonio
4.5 of 5 stars 1386 Reviews
Type: Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas, Trails
Activities: Shopping, Walking, Drinking
Traveler Description: The Riverwalk is a MUST DO in San Antonio!!  Although the main downtown area is only 1 mile in a circuit, the developed section of the river extends... more »
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cleveland ohio, USA
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 27, 2012 NEW

A great attraction, unique in the US. Welcome shady relief from the sun on a hot Texas day More

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Northumberland, UK
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 27, 2012 NEW

We enjoyed the river walk and the boat trip, good to escape the heat. More

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Sand Springs, Oklahoma
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4 reviews 4 reviews
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 27, 2012 NEW

We couldn't even figure out how to get down to the RiverWalk, or whether or not it would drop us off close to the restaurant we wanted to try. More

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Santa Fe, New Mexico, United States
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66 reviews 66 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 27, 2012 NEW

Everyone knows about the Riverwalk but it took a great vision by the City Fathers to create and improve this fun expierence. You can walk from Downtown out to the Pearl, about two miles of wonderful plants and flowers. If you do not want to walk, try the Rio Water Taxi More

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San Antonio, Texas
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125 reviews 125 reviews
Reviews in 33 cities Reviews in 33 cities
75 helpful votes 75 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 27, 2012 NEW

The hallmark of San Antonio is the River Walk. It is a delightful place. It is safe, and hosts many nice eateries, hotels, and shops. The Tiver Walk is a great place to see the boats, floats and festivities of the many San Antonio river parades and events. More

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The Woodlands, Texas
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19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 27, 2012 NEW

We went many times and it is very nice to spend a day with family. The atmosphere is very good but we did not care about the food there. The river walk, river boat, the mall, the music and the Alamo are very good. More

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Temple, Texas
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60 reviews 60 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 26, 2012 NEW

My husband and I love the riverwalk! It is such fun to "people watch", and there are so many wonderful places to stay and dine. You just should not visit San Antonio without visiting it! More

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Waskom, Texas
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3 reviews 3 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 26, 2012 NEW

Touring the Alamo and walking the riverwalk was great fun! Lots to do. More

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Sebring, Florida
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9 reviews 9 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 26, 2012 NEW

Although a little crowded, great place to have lunch, or cocktails. More

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Oakland, Mississippi
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30 reviews 30 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 26, 2012 NEW

If you like shopping till you drop and serious crowds of people at all times of day in 95% humidity and high temps, then man is this your place. We took a boat ride and went to a local restaurant and that was the last time we went down there. Waay too crowded for us. More

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