Millions of people visit the River Walk each year to enjoy this unusual urban sanctuary that winds along the San Antonio River in central San Antonio, one story below the bustling street level. Restaurants, galleries and shops line the banks of the downtown River Walk while the north and south banks of the River are less commercial.

The lush landscapes, quaint pathways, tinkling waterfalls, quiet pools, outdoor art and relaxing outdoor patios evoke the renowned public spaces of Europe.

Explore the River Walk and learn more about its history.

New River Walk
Museum Reach Adds 1.3 Miles

The River Walk’s new Museum Reach opened in May 2009 and stretches north along the San Antonio River, and connects the existing River Walk  to the San Antonio Museum of Art and  the 125-year-old Pearl Brewery, a vibrant urban village. New public art installations, by local, national and international artists, line the banks.

A lock and dam system, the only one in Texas, overcomes a 9-ft. rise in elevation. Take a river taxi and navigate right through the lock and dam. Watch a video that explains how it works.

Take a Sunset River Cruise

One of the best ways to see the new art installations along the River Walk Museum Reach is a sunset taxi ride. You'll see the full charm and beauty of the art lit up in the darkness.

Pick up a river taxi at convenient stops along the River Walk. The Rio Taxi drivers have tickets on board that you may purchase, or you may purchase them in advance at a ticket location. Find boarding points and get tickets

Guided River Tour

Explore the River Walk's downtown section aboard a river cruiser. You'll learn about San Antonio's rich history from a professional storyteller who is also the boat caption. It's a great way to learn more about San Antonio and its famous River Walk. Find boarding points and get tickets.

River Walk Art Corridor

One of the most mesmerizing features of the new River Walk Museum Reach is the art that lines the banks of the river. Each is unique and most are linked to a bridge or overpass. The installations integrate sound, waterfalls, architecture, light and movement, and were designed by renowned local, national and international artists. Art funded by the San Antonio River Authority

The San Antonio Museum of Art

Renowned for its Latin American folk art collection and stunning conversion of an old brick brewery into gorgeous galleries, the San Antonio Museum of Art opened a new riverside landing as part of the River Walk Museum Reach.

Flanking the longest stretch of riverfront property in town, the landing leads to the River Pavilion, an expansive patio for hosting festivals, receptions, lectures and special events for up to 300 people. A covered walkway links the pavilion with a large covered terrace overlooking the river. Inside and out, this museum offers visitors some of the best views in San Antonio.

Dine on the River Walk

Downtown
Dozens of cafes, bistros and elegant restaurants line the River Walk's downtown central stretch with riverside patios, heaters in the colder months and mists in the warmer months. Choices range from the Tex Mex at Rio Rio Cantina to the quiet elegance of the upscale Fig Tree. Find a restaurant  that suits your price and palate.

Aboard a River Cruiser
One of the most enchanting ways to see the River Walk: A delicious three-course meal served by one of the most popular restaurants on the River Walk, Boudros. Reservations required. 

Although Boudros is one of the most popular river cruise caterers, many River Walk restaurants will cater your meal aboard a river cruiser if requested and arrangements are made in advance.

North River Walk
On the northern stretch, at the Pearl Brewery complex, Farm to Table restaurant creates food with locally-produced ingredients. Il Sogno Osteria opened in July 2009 to rave reviews, and the Sandbar Fish House & Market will open soon.  

A Saturday morning Farmers Market, on a plaza overlooking the River Walk, features locally grown foods and produce and cooking demonstrations by some of San Antonio's most popular chefs.