So when Melanie, my friend, and former co-worker, moved to San Antonio, I was happy for her professionally but secretly I thought "ok girl, good luck with that". Been there done that a few times and I was more than good on both of those things. Maybe because I heard there wasn't much to do but see The Alamo and walk up and down the Riverwalk. So if San Antonio is that close to Houston and the drive was easy as I claimed, then why hadn't I spent more time in San Antonio? It's probably one of the easiest drives since you can just hop on I-10 and head west until you hit the city. I'm ashamed to admit that I lived in Houston for 18 years and only visited San Antonio a handful of times. As the summer sun sets, make your way to San Fernando Cathedral, where a nighttime light show projected on the facade tells the story of San Antonio in brilliant color.A Reluctant Tale: How I Came to Love San Antonio Together, they are part of the San Antonio Missions National Historical Park. Take a guided bike tour down the Mission Reach of the San Antonio River (bike rentals, including e-bikes, available) to the four missions: Mission Concepción, Mission San José, Mission San Juan, and Mission Espada. Across the pedestrian walkway, you can find Mexican dresses, maracas, and more at Market Square – a lively shopping hub with live music and one-of-a-kind souvenirs spilling out into the plaza.įor the history aficionados, the only UNESCO World Heritage Site in Texas is a must-do experience. If you have a sweet tooth, you’ll want to grab a bag of pan dulce (Mexican baked goods) for later. Get an early start to grab a table at Mi Tierra Cafe y Panaderia for a plate of huevos or chilaquiles, Tex-Mex breakfast staples. Mission Concepción is one of four missions that make up the San Antonio Missions National Historical Park © f11photo / Shutterstock Day 4: Missions and bats On weekends in the summer, the Arneson River Theater comes alive with traditional song and dance at its Fiesta Noche del Rio. Close by, kick back and sip one of more than 300 beers at The Friendly Spot Ice House. The breezy patio of The Good Kind charms passers-by into its space for small bites paired with wine and cocktails. And for nearly 30 years, the pink neon of Rosario’s has beckoned diners to its tables, now in a new space. Little Em’s is the destination for oysters, caviar and shellfish. Southtown’s Pharm Table blends plant-forward entrees paired with sustainable proteins and international flavors. Make sure to tour The Villa Finale, an 1876 restored home artfully decorated with period antiques.Īfter a morning of leisurely strolling, lunch will be well earned. The Villa Finale is an 1876 restored home artfully decorated with period antiques © Benjamin Yanto / Lonely Planetįrom there, take the Johnson Pedestrian Bridge over the San Antonio River to King William Street, which is filled with historic homes. Then visit the neighboring Ruby City, which offers a collection of contemporary art in a rotating collection. Grab a cup of coffee to go at Halcyon, then hop over the San Antonio River to CHRISPark, a green space fusing art and the outdoors. Blue Star also features indie shops and galleries along with live music venues and eateries. Steps from the breakfast table, the Blue Star Arts Complex is home to many artists of San Antonio with a calendar of art events. As befits the home of the Pioneer Flour Mill, the biscuits and pancakes are the star. For starters, Guenther House serves up a traditional Texas breakfast. The Blue Star Arts Complex features indie shops and galleries along with live music venues and eateries © Benjamin Yanto / Lonely Planet Day 2: King William Historic District and SouthtownĪn easy walk or scooter ride from downtown, the King William Historic District features Victorian homes and trestle bridges along with a selection of restaurants that will blow you away with their diversity and creativity. Are you a history buff? You’ll want to browse the Institute of Texan Cultures as it explores the lives of the different people who migrated to Texas. These atmospheric gems feature contemporary Western artists, intermingled western artifacts like Pancho Villa’s saddle, Santa Ana’s sword, a replica of a Wells Fargo and Company mail stagecoach, and historic Texas Ranger artifacts.įrom there, continue to other world-class museums at the San Antonio Museum of Art, Witte Museum, and the McNay Art Museum (more on those later). Learn even more about the American West – and find out why San Antonio is the birth of the American cowboy – at the Briscoe Western Art Museum and Buckhorn Saloon & Museum. And there’s no better way than by diving into its rich artistic and cultural offerings. Once you’ve enjoyed San Antonio’s two most popular locations, you should be ready to go a little deeper into what makes this city unique. Learn about the American West at the Briscoe Western Art Museum © Benjamin Yanto / Lonely Planet Art & culture galore
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