Walking Tour Along the San Antonio Riverwalk And Around Downtown
Overview
Available languages
3 hours
Mobile ticket
From the first step of your guided adventure, I will share fascinating stories about the history, culture, architecture, and personalities of San Antonio, including the back story of the Riverwalk, a hotel that was towed through the city streets, another that had the rooms lifted up and stacked on top of each other, and I'll share what happened during the siege and battle of the Alamo in 1836. There's the Tower of the Americas, San Fernando Cathedral, our Lovelock Bridge, the most haunted hotel in San Antonio, the quaint Arneson River Theater, and Marriage Island, where over 300 couples tie the knot annually. Take your photo on the famous Selina Bridge. Hear how Johnny Cash, Rudolph Valentino, Carol Burnett, Phil Collins, Babe Ruth, Davy Crockett, and Queen Elizabeth II are all connected to the city. I'll gladly answer your questions, leaving you with many memorable stories to share...PLUS...it's a great way to get in your "steps" Remember...every step forward is a step back in time !
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
There are small arch bridges and some staircases to climb
Walkers should expect a 3 hour tour
I do not offer a tour inside the Alamo, however, I will give you information so you can meet one of the Alamo Tour Guides
I recommend that you not only bring water, but sunscreen, a hat and good walking shoes
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
The Alamo
Hear the story of the siege and battle of the Alamo, what happened, and why we remember it today. You will be standing in front of this world-famous National Historic Landmark. This is not a tour through the Alamo.
Tower Of The Americas
This is the symbol of the World's Fair, known as "Hemisfair" held in San Antonio in 1968. Over 6 million people visited the city to experience the World's Fair. 750' tall, it towers over the city skyline.
What‘s Included
All Fees and Taxes
Bottled water
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Walking Tour Along the San Antonio Riverwalk And Around Downtown
Reviews
151 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fun and informative! Great way to learn all about San Antonio.
Angela H,Apr 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Fantastic guide, informative & comprehensive tour of the downtown area. A must-do for visitors to the city! Stewart was amazing as our tour guide. We have been to San Antonio a handful of times and have enjoyed seeing many sights of the city. Stewart took this visit to the next level with his fun and informative tour. We learned things about The Alamo, Riverwalk, and various other stops along our route that we had never heard before! Our family was a group of 8; our youngest child was 3 and oldest 16. All our kids enjoyed this activity and though I was a bit apprehensive about taking a stroller for our 3 and 4 yr olds due to many stairs along the Riverwalk; we brought small very lightweight foldable umbrella strollers along that quickly fold up (actually we didn’t even bother to fold them, just simply carried the strollers up a flight of stairs or two) and it worked beautifully. Our littles jumped right in/out of their stroller and it saved their legs from being tired. Stewart was patient and understanding to adjust to our kiddos needs and it was much appreciated. Book this tour, you will not be disappointed. Whether it’s your first visit to the city or you’ve been several times I almost guarantee you’ll learn something new and have a great time doing so!
Fun walking sightseeing and history tour
Chad W,Apr 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our walking tour was led by Stewart, who is surprisingly an Aussie, that has been living in San Antonio for the past 25 years and has a passion and enthusiasm for the city's history. He made the tour fun and interesting and we learned a lot about the city through his guidance. We enjoyed seeing the Riverwalk area, Alamo, and nearby sights and recommend it to others who enjoy walking, seeing the sights, and learning some interesting history.
One of the Best Walking Tours in the Country!
Ridin B,Apr 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Had the best time! Stewart is an exceptional storyteller who painted a vivid picture of the Riverwalk in San Antonio, especially its architecture. He also shared the fascinating history about the Alamo. We have done several walking tours across the country, and this is hands down, one of the best.
Gold level walking tour - thoroughly recommended
Julia J,Mar 31, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Stewart’s walking tour was absolutely fantastic! He is highly engaging, funny and so knowledgeable about San Antonio and is continuously learning more to add to his tour. Stewart included rest stops and a coffee stop adding to the relaxed pace of the tour. He catered for various mobility levels of the group members. Stewart was able to effortlessly answer questions from the group in addition to the tour content. Stewart provided one of the best walking tours of a city that we have experienced around the world. The three hours is jam packed with information and amazing value for money. We would definitely recommend this tour to others and if we return to San Antonio would book in for one of Stewart’s other tours. Don’t miss the opportunity to learn about San Antonio with Stewart. You won’t regret it.
see all the highlights of San Antonio
ana a,Mar 31, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Stewart showed us all the highlights of San Antonio. Thank you for an enjoyable tour. This is the one to do!
I highly recommend this...
John T,Mar 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00I highly recommend this tour! Most historical walking tours I've experienced in other cities last two hours, but this tour is three hours--and well worth every extra minute. Stewart knows his facts, has a great sense of humor and will remember your name. A great way to spend a morning all the way around.
Don’t hesitate!!
MaryJoR968,Mar 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour and so much information mixed with fun! Stewart knows a lot and is passionate about the area. Highly recommended!
Secrets Revealed
Michelle F,Mar 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very informative and fun. Learned about the history with a little competitive twist! Stewart shared restaurants we did not have on our list, as well as additional tours he thought we would enjoy. He also suggested a couple of activities we didn’t even know existed. We made a point to add them to our itinerary and so happy we did. With Stewart’s suggestions, our trip was more memorable than it would have been without them. Put Stewart’s tour early in your visit so that you don’t miss some of the lesser known or more informative sites. You will definitely get more bang for your buck.
The Best River Walk Tour in San Antonio!!
Amy Y,Mar 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was one of the best tours we have taken. Stewart has put a lot of time into designing this adventure. He is knowledgeable, friendly, helpful and willing to answer any question presented. We walked along the riverfront while he pointed out many interesting facts about the local history or architecture. We stopped along the tour at different points of interest such as the Buckhorn Saloon, The Alamo, Menger Hotel (Ghost stories) and we learned fun fats about buildings and their construction along the way. We would highly recommend this tour.
Riverwalk walking tour
garyeS3788IP,Mar 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Stewart was a great host and storyteller. Well worth it.
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