Thursday, December 17, 2015

Check Out These Popular Winter Activities in San Antonio

San Antonio is one of the largest and fastest-growing cities in the country; it is also a hub of culture, entertainment, and one-of-a-kind experiences and landmarks. Whether you enjoy history, art, cuisine, or hiking, this amazing city has something to offer you. Even in you have been a San Antonio resident for years, there’s always something new and exciting to try, just minutes from your apartment’s front door.

River Walk
The San Antonio River Walk is one of the city’s most famous and popular attractions—in fact, it is one of the most popular attractions in the state of Texas. This series of interconnecting walkways along the San Antonio River offers beautiful scenery, nighttime lighting, and unique shopping and dining opportunities at every time of year. The River Walk provides pedestrian access and relaxing boat tours throughout the downtown area for several miles and hosts numerous one-time and annual events; upcoming winter favorites include boat caroling, arts and crafts shows, and the Ford Fiesta de las Luminarias

Tower of the Americas
Completed in 1968 after just 18 months of construction, the Tower of the Americas is a 750-foot observation tower that offers stunning views of San Antonio and the surrounding areas from its location in HemisFair Park. Not only does the tower let visitors see San Antonio spread out before them from the observation deck, it also features a 4D theater ride and a lounge, cafe, and restaurant for an unforgettable dining experience. The Tower of the Americas also hosts a free family-friendly concert series on select Fridays during the year.

Natural Bridge Caverns
The San Antonio area is home to numerous underground cave systems; Natural Bridge Caverns is the largest such network of caverns in the state of Texas. This extensive landmark was discovered in 1960 and named for the 60-foot limestone “bridge” that spans the entrance of the cave. Natural Bridge Caverns are still considered active, as the caverns’ porous limestone allows rainwater to permeate the caves even today. In addition to several year-round tours and exploration opportunities, Natural Bridge Caverns also hosts Christmas at the Caverns throughout the holiday season, which includes caroling, holiday lights, and the Hidden Passages Tour and Journey to Bethlehem Show.

The Alamo
The Alamo is one of the country’s most famous historical landmarks—and it’s located in the heart of San Antonio, just a short distance from the River Walk. With a history that reaches back several hundred years, this mission became a battleground in 1836 that ultimately saw the complete loss of all American defenders against a larger Mexican force after a 13-day stalemate. Today, the Alamo stands as an American symbol and is one of the most-visited historical sites in the state; it serves as a museum and a memorial that is visited and enjoyed by millions of people every year.


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