San Antonio TX 4d
Route: The Alamo→San Fernando Cathedral→River Walk→Pearl District Driving: 25 mins
Day 1 · Historic Core & River Walk
Highlight: The Alamo. Note: Book entry in advance.
The Alamo
Explore the historic 1836 battle site.
San Fernando Cathedral
Visit the oldest cathedral sanctuary in Texas.
The Esquire Tavern
Bison Burger at the oldest River Walk bar.
Pearl District
Walk the brewery-turned-culinary hub.
Day 2 · Missions & Arts District
Highlight: Mission San Jose. Note: Bring water.
Pearl District
Morning coffee at Local Coffee Founders.
Mission San Jose
The 'Queen of the Missions' stone carvings.
The Guenther House
Pioneer Flour Mill waffles in King William.
Blue Star Arts Complex
Contemporary art galleries and river views.
Day 3 · Gardens & Cultural Heritage
Highlight: Tea Garden. Note: Free admission.
Blue Star Arts Complex
Start the day at the southern river reach.
Japanese Tea Garden
Lush koi ponds and a 60-foot waterfall.
Witte Museum
Texas heritage and natural history exhibits.
San Antonio Botanical Garden
Explore the Lucile Halsell Conservatory.
Day 4 · Caverns & Hill Country Edge
Highlight: Caverns. Note: Constant 70°F inside.
San Antonio Botanical Garden
Depart for the northern outskirts.
Natural Bridge Caverns
Tour the massive underground limestone caves.
Friedrich Wilderness Park
Hike trails with Hill Country vistas.
The Rim
Dinner at Southerleigh Haute Food & Brewery.