Things To Do
McNay Art Museum
Wonderful modern art collection in a beautiful Spanish colonial revival-style mansion donated by Marion Koogler McNay, an American painter and art teacher. There is free general admission for active military and on Thursdays from 4-6pm
The Alamo
Visit the Alamo and then walk along the banks of the Riverwalk enjoy the many restaurants, shops and beauty. Or take a River cruise.
The Pearl
Initially home to the Pearl Brewery, which operated from 1883 to 2001, the Pearl district offers shops, a twice-weekly farmers market, restaurants, apartments, an outdoor park area, the Culinary Institute of America, and the Hotel Emma. The Pearl district is on the River Walk about a mile from downtown.
The Esquire Tavern
The Esquire Tavern is a block away from San Fernando Cathedral and is the oldest bar on the river walk. The Esquire is dark, cool, redolent with history, and serves cold, cold beer, swanky cocktails, and excellent food. Turn left after walking in to visit the downstairs.
Mission San Jose Church
The "Queen of the Missions" in San Antonio.
Jazz, TX
Live Jazz Bar located in the Pearl.