The city’s biggest attraction is Paseo del Rio, aka River Walk. Riverboats ply its festive 21 blocks, which are beautifully lit at night. Cobblestone walkways lead visitors to sidewalk cafes, shops, restaurants, nightclubs, and hotels.
Romantics may also want to explore the Japanese Tea Gardens in Brackenridge Park, stroll past the beautifully restored Victorian homes in the King William Historic Area, steal a kiss in the rose gardens of the San Antonio Botanical Gardens, and experience the city's Mission Trail, which begins at the Alamo and winds along a nine-mile stretch of the San Antonio River. Fun-lovers can trek to Sea World to say hi to Shamu and ride the world's tallest roller coast at Six Flags/Fiesta Texas.
WHERE TO STAY
A San Antonio tradition within easy walking distance of the Paseo, elegant La Mansión del Rio Hotel (check rates now) is among the city’s most distinctive places to stay.
The blend of Spanish Colonial architecture and charming furnishings makes La Mansion del Rio a grand and welcoming hacienda. Many of its luxurious guest rooms feature balconies overlooking River Walk.
A recent winner of the AAA Four Diamond Award for both the hotel and the imaginative cuisine presented in its Las Canarias restaurant, La Mansion del Rio provides a gracious respite in this popular destination for couples.
Services include 24-hour room service, a concierge desk, a heated pool, and in-room spa services. And that means La Mansion del Rio could be the ideal place to enjoy his-and-her massages.
