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Overview

This package includes all the best sights and attractions that the historic city of San Antonio has to offer - discover the authentic South Texas!

Experience an entertaining and informative Boat Cruise on the world famous San Antonio River Walk and also a trip up the Tower of the Americas.

You can also choose from a 24-hour, 48-hour, or, 72-hour City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off bus tour ticket.

Explore downtown with friendly staff, live guides, and recorded commentary, hopping on and off as much as you like at any of the 19 tour bus stops on the route.

Highlights

Enjoy fantastic aerial views
See the sights illuminated at night
All entrance fees included
Great overview and orientation of the city

Description

Itinerary

Hop-On Hop-Off

Route Duration: 1 day

Stops on the Hop-On Hop-Off:

111 Alamo Plaza - Next to Kilwins Ice-Cream Shop, San Antonio, Texas 78205. This is the tour's starting point, you must exchange your ticket here.
Pearl Parkway - Pearl Entertainment Complex is a culinary and cultural destination along the banks of the river. Shops, restaurants, cafes and bars. (Bus stop is Pearl Parkway and Avenue A, except during weekend Farmer's Markets)
San Antonio Museum of Art (SAMA) - An iconic San Antonio landmark housing the largest and most comprehensive collection of ancient Egyptian, Greek, Roman and Asian art in the Southern USA. An unforgettable experience!
VFW Post 76, "The Oldest Post in Texas" - The oldest Veterans of Foreign Wars Post in the United States.
Augie's Alamo City BBQ Steakhouse - A San Antonio favorite with down home Texas atmosphere and live music.
Museum Reach - The northern section of the River Walk with beautiful landscapes, hiking and biking trails, restaurants and more. (Bus stop directly in front of Wyndham Garden Riverwalk Hotel)
Tobin Center for the Performing Arts - Home to resident performing arts groups and major music and theatrical acts visiting San Antonio. (Bus stop at the El Tropicano Hotel)
Veterans Memorial Park - Home of the Korean War and Vietnam War Memorials.
The St. Anthony, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Antonio - Visit the first fully air-conditioned hotel in the world. Their elite clientele has included Presidents Eisenhauer and Johnson as well as Eleanor Roosevelt, Judy Garland, Princess Grace and more recently, George Clooney. (Bus stop on the southeast corner of Travis Park)
The Buckhorn Saloon & Museum - An immersive Texas experience, explore hundreds of animal species, the Texas Ranger Gallery and Ranger Town. (Convenient for Townplace Suites, Hyatt Regency, Home2Suites and St. Anthony Hotel)
Sheraton Gunter Hotel San Antonio - One story above the river, visit St. Mary’s Catholic Church, the Majestic, Aztec and Empire Theaters. Also a great location for guests of the Hotel Valencia, the Drury Inn and Drury Plaza, the Omni La Mansion Hotel and the Holiday Inn River Walk to hop-on and hop-off. 'Selena Bridge' bus stop. (Bus stop in front of Sheraton Gunter at Houston St. & N. St. Mary's St.)
San Fernando Cathedral - Founded in 1731 and is the oldest continuously functioning religious community in Texas. The Spanish Governor’s Palace was constructed in the early 18th century as the “Presidio San Antonio de Bejar”. It marked Spanish settlement under King Ferdinand VI.
Historic Market Square - Visitors and residents alike visit El Mercado for authentic Mexican dining, music, and treasures. Located in the 'Zona Cultura'. (Bus stop is South Santa Rosa and Produce Row)
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Antonio Downtown - Hotels on Cesar E. Chavez Blvd. Tour Bus Stop is located at La Quinta Inn, next to the The Courtyard by Marriott. Also very convenient to Hampton Inn, Fairfield Inn, Holiday Inn, Residence Inn and HEB.
King William - The Blue Star Arts Complex, the Guenther House, the King William District, and Southtown. An area know for it’s diverse community, art galleries, restaurants and Victorian era homes. Two Victorian homes are available for tours: Villa Finale and Steves Homestead.
Southtown - Southtown has been described as a vibrant neighborhood just blocks from the city's touristy epicenter but much farther away in spirit. (Bus stop in front of the Friendly Spot restaurant/bar)
434 S Alamo St - Yanaguana Garden: Public art display and children's splash pool and playground.
Tower of the Americas Way - The 750 foot tall Tower of the Americas provides the most spectacular view of the Alamo City. Enjoy the gorgeous panorama view from the Tower’s Observation Deck and experience the thrilling 4D Theater Ride. (Bus stop at South Alamo and Nueva.)La Villita is the historic art village and one of San Antonio’s first neighborhoods. (Also, the Convention Center and Grand Hyatt Hotel stop. Bus stop convenient for Hotel Contessa and The Westin. Opposite the Hilton Palacio del Rio Hotel)
111 Alamo Plaza - At this location - for our online customers - we provide FREE WiFi and FREE charging stations. Tour bus stop for the Shops at River Center mall, stores, the movie Alamo The Price Of Freedom at the IMAX, LEGOLAND Discovery Center, restaurants, bars, movie theaters, and the Rivercenter Lagoon. (Bus stop convenient for Marriott Rivercenter & Marriott Riverwalk)

Attractions on the Hop-On Hop-Off:

The Alamo / Historic Market Square / King William Historic District / Hemisfair Park / Tower of the Americas / La Villita Historic Arts Village / San Antonio Museum of Art / San Antonio River / The Guenther House Museum / Blue Star Contemporary / Spanish Governor's Palace / San Fernando De Bexar Cathedral / Charline McCombs Empire Theatre / City Sightseeing San Antonio / Tobin Center for the Performing Arts / VFW Post 76

Operates: Every 20 minutes from every stop from 8:40am to 5:30pm.

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Average 4.62 out of 5 stars based on 222 verified reviews from Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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Jeffrey_R, May 2023 Verified

First time in San Antonio, the combo hop on hop off made it easier to expected city and all activities. It was great!!

Laurie_B, May 2023 Verified

The Riverwalk boat tour is awesome. The on and off bus is great for getting around. The Tower of America's shows much of the area.

Carolina_H, May 2023 Verified

Wonderful. I liked this experience. Thank you so much. I recommended you. It is a complete and reality enjoyment

Julie_P, May 2023 Verified

We did 2 River Walk Cruises! Lived them, both! Each tour guide is different, and shares new and interesting stuff! Nice, relaxing time!! A Must Do!!

sonyabW208IH, May 2023 Verified

The boat ride - Joel was absolutely wonderful and fun! The guacamole table side was awesome and so were the margaritas!

WANDA_H, Apr 2023 Verified

San Antonio is a beautiful, charming city full of history, culture and fun. The Hop On Hop Off is one o my favorite as to see the city. The River Walk is always a fun place. Became attached to the city during my military time at Ft Sam

NonaBiancard, Apr 2023 Verified

It was wonderful!!!!!! I had the best day exploring! Hopped on and off did the river tour had lunch on the river , the Alamo, the Tower of Americas !!!! Everyone was great !!!!!!! Can’t wait to go again!!!!!

Denise_B, Apr 2023 Verified

The river cruise is Amazing. So many fun facts. The bus was so convenient and informative. I wish I had scheduled more time for the Tower of the Americas, but the views were great!

Yulia_S, Apr 2023 Verified

Hi there ! It was amazing river tour ! Very pleasant ! Gide was very knowledgeable and friendly! Very nice location!!

Ndidi_A, Apr 2023 Verified

We did the Hop in Hop off, The Tower of the America’s, and then the Riverwalk. We really loved the Tower 4D experience. The Riverwalk experience was really good and we loved the whole ambience.