Celebrations on the River Walk!

Bud Light Stars, Stripes & Lights Fourth of July Celebrations on The San Antonio River Walk

July 1–4, 2022

The River Walk will be decked out with patriotic decor during this long Fourth of July weekend! One thousand American flags line banks of the downtown River Walk, trees are adorned with red, white and blue ribbons, and bridges are decorated with patriotic décor and flags. It is fun as usual on the River Walk but downtown bridges and trees sporting a red, white and blue motif are a perfect backdrop for photos! Free to enjoy! www.TheSanAntonioRiverWalk.com/events/bud-light-stars-stripes-lights H Armed Forces River Parade

Sponsored by Budweiser Saturday, July 2, 2022 11:00am–12:00pm

This free parade is dedicated to the men and women in all branches of the United States Armed Forces and features patriotically decorated floats carrying all branches of military personnel, and numerous businesses and nonprofits who honor and support active and retired soldiers.

View the parade for free on the downtown section of the River Walk, and for even more fun, make a reservation at your favorite River Walk restaurant for prime patio viewing of the parade while enjoying delicious food and cold drinks! You are also welcome to bring folding chairs and sit along the parade route (parade route map is available on website). Please do not block pedestrian traffic, and come out early to secure a good spot. The parade is approximately 40 minutes in length from when you see the first float to the last float. The parade starts at the International Center at 203 S. St. Mary’s Street.

WEATHER: The Armed Forces River Parade will take place rain or shine. However, the event will be canceled if severe weather creates an unsafe situation for the float riders or the public. Please check the website starting at 7:00am on the event date. The final determination will be made at 10:00am. www.TheSanAntonioRiverWalk.com/events/armed-forces-river-parade

H Fourth of July River Walk Artisan Show

July 1–4, 2022, Friday–Monday • Friday, Saturday & Sunday: 11:00am–11:00pm • Monday: 11:00am–8:00pm

The Fourth of July Artisan Show lets you experience the beauty of the San Antonio River Walk while shopping over 40 handmade artisan booths, including pottery, textiles, jewelry, woodwork, paintings, beadwork and more. Vendor booths are located at the River Walk Extension, near the San Antonio Chamber of Commerce Building and the Shops at Rivercenter. Free to attend. www.TheSanAntonioRiverWalk.com/events/fourth-of-july-artisan-show

By Drew Henry

You know what they say—everything is bigger in Texas! The San Antonio River Walk is over 15 miles long, with five of those miles stretching right through downtown. With so many sights to see and so much river to cover, you need to find a good way to explore downtown without tiring out. (Of course, if you do get tired, there is no shame in grabbing a table by the riverside to chow down on tacos and sip a refreshing margarita!) We have the avid explorers out there covered with the best ways to get around downtown—from trolley to boat to Segway tours!

City Sightseeing

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THE TEXAS STAR TRAIL www.TXStarTrail.com

CITY SIGHTSEEING

www.CitySightseeingSanAntonio.com

GO RIO CRUISES

www.GoRioCruises.com

NATION TOURS

www.SegwayToursOfSanAntonio.com

BCYCLE SAN ANTONIO

www.SanAntonio.BCycle.com

THE TEXAS STAR TRAIL A Downtown Walking Tour Courtesy of the San Antonio Conservation Society

If you are exploring San Antonio for the first time, you do not want to miss a single thing. So, embark on a free guided walking tour that you control from your phone! The Texas Star Trail, a walking tour provided by the San Antonio Conservation Society, is your ultimate guide to downtown. Get instant access to guided maps for the River Walk, Alamo Plaza, La Villita, Hemisfair and Old San Antonio from your mobile device. Each map includes key landmarks complete with building histories, photos and directions. Head to TXStarTrail.com to get the key to the city in the palm of your hand! The Texas Star Trail is the easiest way to navigate downtown while hitting all the major sites and attractions along the way. Of course, there are other transport options available when your feet get tired!

CITY SIGHTSEEING Hop-on, Hop-off Trolley Tours

If your feet are getting sore, cruise the city in style and take in the sights from new heights. City Sightseeing Hop-On, Hop-Off Trolley Tours are a fleet of double-decker buses bringing some London charm to Alamo City. Tickets start at just $44.99 per person and offer unlimited hops on and off with departures every 20 minutes from 8:40am to 5:30pm. Get exclusive access to 19 stops, including some of San Antonio’s top destinations like the River Walk, Pearl, Spanish Governor’s Palace, San Fernando Cathedral, Theatre District, Tower of the Americas, Market Square, King William Historic District and much more. Choose endless rides for either 24 or 48 hours and pick where you want to tour. That is right! This tour allows you to choose your own adventure. See only the things you want to see and stay as long as you would like. There is always another bus coming to take you to the next stop.

GO RIO CRUISES River Walk Boat Tours and Shuttles

San Antonio was settled over 300 years ago because of its close proximity to the river and we are still traveling along it today! GO RIO Cruises are a fleet of brightly colored boats that offer two types of journeys for you to embark on: Narrated Cruises and River Shuttles.

GO RIO Cruises

The Narrated Cruise is the perfect option for first-time sailors who want to get the lay of the land and learn about the city’s rich history. Tours last 35 minutes and are offered daily from 10:00am to 10:00pm. General admission tickets are $13.50 and can be purchased online or at ticket booths located near the Aztec Theatre, Hilton Palacio del Rio or Shops at Rivercenter.

The River Shuttle travels from downtown through the Museum Reach to Pearl. Shuttles run every hour from 12:00 to 8:00pm. Look for shuttle signs along the river for pickup zones and wave to your boat captain operating the boat labeled “River Shuttle” to catch a ride. A one-day shuttle pass is available for $19.50 and offers unlimited lifts.

NATION TOURS Segway Tours

We have the perfect segway to our next form of travel—Segway tours! Nation Tours offers an easy-breezy way to take in the sights from the street without tiring your feet. Glide along through the city aboard a futuristic Segway transport system. With three tour options offered at 10:00am, 1:00pm, 4:00pm and 7:00pm, seven days a week, there is sure to be one that fits perfectly in your travel itinerary. Guided tours start at $65 per person and cover world-famous sights like the Alamo, Menger Hotel, Tower of the Americas, River Walk and La Villita. The San Antonio Sightseeing Tour covers all the bases, and the Historic Downtown Tour comes with an extra 30 minutes of in-depth history. Finally, the Haunted Night Tour includes chilling ghost stories of the city’s past—if you are feeling spooky enough for it.

BCYCLE Pedal-assist Bike Rentals

San Antonio is becoming an increasingly bike-friendly city, so renting a ride is a great way to explore downtown. BCycle pedal-assist bikes allow you to ride twice the distance in half the time, which means you can see twice as much! This bike-share program is designed for short trips and quick adventures around town. It differs from a traditional rental program because you dock the bike at any BCycle docking station and grab another when you are ready to ride again. With individual ride times up to one hour, exploring San Antonio is easier than ever. Stations are located across downtown, Museum Reach and Mission Reach and are open seven days a week from 6:00am to 11:00pm. Purchase a day pass for $15 to get unlimited 60-minute trips or a single trip pass for $5 for every 30 minutes. Then, easily unlock your bike with your phone and ride into the Texas sunset!

WRITER’S BIO

Drew Henry is a writer, yogi and meme enthusiast. When he is not writing, he is out exploring all Texas has to offer. View his portfolio at DrewHenryWrites.com and follow his antics on Instagram at @drewhenrywrites.