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River
Walk (Paseo Del Rio)
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Buckhorn
Saloon & Museum
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Plaza
Wax Museum & Ripley's Believe It Or Not!
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454 Soledad, River Ste. 2 (78205)
The
Paseo del Rio, in the heart of downtown, is the pride of the
city. Lush green foliage lines the banks of this peaceful,
historic river. Cobblestone walkways lead visitors to the
river-level restaurants and shops. The river bubbles to the
surface on the grounds of the University of the Incarnate Word
and flows to downtown and beyond, threading its way through the
city one level below the hustle and bustle of city streets.
First called Yanaguana by the Payaya Indians, meaning
"place of refreshing waters." Along the horseshoe
shaped riverbend, the river is shaded by towering cypresses,
oaks and willows and bordered by gardens of flowering ornamental
plants. River cruisers travel the River Walk’s three miles
past unique retail shops, restaurants and nightclubs. See
Yanaguana Cruises, listed alphabetically. 210-227-4262
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318 E. Houston (78205) The Buckhorn Saloon & Museum is proud
to have been voted "2002 Best Attraction" by the
Downtown Alliance/San Antonio. Discover more than 120 years of
history.... Texas style . Marvel at two stories of the most
exotic collections you've ever seen, from our unique horn
collection, to cowboy memorabilia and fish from the Seven Seas.
See a two headed calf and a lamb with eight legs! test your hand
in our authentic shooting gallery and arcade. Don't miss the
world's only Wax Museum of Texas History. And, don't forget to
swing by the Buckhorn Curio Store, where you'll find
extraordinary Texas collectibles and authentic Buckhorn
souvenirs for the entire family. Located a short two blocks from
the Alamo and 50 feet from the River Walk. Hours: 10 a.m. - 5
p.m. or later, Sunday - Thursday; 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. or later,
Friday and Saturday. Call for exact closing times. Admission:
Adults $9.99; seniors $9.99; Children (ages 3 - 11) $7.50.
Special rates for group of 10 or more, and discounts for
Military with ID. and military with ID. 210-247-4000 Fax:
210-247-4020
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301 Alamo Plaza 78205. The Plaza Wax Museum and Ripley's Believe
It Or Not! Two premiere attractions located in the heart of
downtown - just across the street from historic Alamo Plaza.,
the RiverCenter Mall and the famous River Walk. Our Plaza Wax
Museum features a collection of wax figures displayed within
themed sections of Hollywood, Children's land of Make Believe,
Freedom's Journey (contains a 66-foot wall mural dedicated to
our country's history), Horror (optional section), History,
Religion (this section contains The Passion of Christ - the Last
Supper, Cruxification and Resurrection and much more!) Ripley's
Believe It Or Not! Allows you to discover one-of-a-kind
oddities, curiosities and illusions gathered from all over the
world by Robert Ripley. There are over 500 exhibits - one of the
largest in the world! Open daily - opening and closing times
vary with the season so call for opening and closing times
Admission prices are as follows: $16.95 plustax, Adult
combination ticket and $8.95 plus tax, child combination ticket
(ages 4-12). Under three is free. Single attractions tickets:
$13.95 plus tax adults and $5.95 plus tax children (ages 4-12).
Group rates offered. Private receptions, birthday parties, etc.,
are welcome. 210-224-9299 Fax: 210-224-1516. www.plazawaxmuseum.com
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IMAX
Theatre At Rivercenter
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Japanese Tea
Garden
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King William
Historic Area
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849 E. Commerce, Rivercenter Mall, Street Level, Crockett Street
Entrance (78205) "Alamo - The Price of Freedom," is a
45-minute docudrama about the 13-day siege and fall of the
Alamo. Watch the battle unfold, where 189 defenders who fought
and died for the cause of Texas liberty. Th immense screen and
magnetic stereo sound system places the viewer in the middle of
the action. Other IMAX features showing, Journey into the world
of IMAX 3-D images so real, you actually feel like you are
inside the film. Hours: 9 a.m. - 10 p.m., daily. Admission:
adults $8.95; children (3-11) $5.50; senior (65+) $7.95; groups
(15 or more) adults $7.50; children (3-11) $4.75. 210-247-4629
or 800-354-4629, Fax: 210-227-5432, www.imax-sa.com,
E-mail: info@imax-sa.com
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3800 North St. Mary's St. (78212).
(At the northwestern edge of Brackenridge Park) Winding pebble
walkways and stone bridges highlight this lush garden.
Reflecting pools and water sources at the site have been drained
for routine repair and maintenance. Please call for information.
210-821-3120
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A 25-block area near downtown on the
south bank of the San Antonio River. In the late 1800's the King
William District was the most elegant residential area in the
city. Prominent German merchants originally settled the area. It
was zoned as the state's first historic district, and has once
again become a fashionable neighborhood. The area includes the
following attractions.
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Guenther
House
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Guinness
Book of World Records and Ripley's Haunted Adventure
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Natural
Bridge Wildlife Ranch
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205 E. Guenther (78204) Located on a
bend of the river, one of the oldest historic districts in
Texas. Carl Hilmar Guenther, founder of Pioneer Flour Mills,
built this elegant home in 1860. The restored house includes a
museum where mill memorabilia is displayed. Of interest to
collectors are the Dresden china anniversary plates made in
Germany until WWII. Museum and River Mill store hours: 8 a.m. -
4 p.m., Monday-Saturday; 8 a.m. - 3 p.m., Sunday. Restaurant
hours: 7 a.m. - 3 p.m. daily. Free addmision. 210-227-1061 or
800-235-8186 Fax: 210-351-6372
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329 Alamo Plaza 78205; Directly across from the Alamo. Guinness
World Records Museum and Ripley's Haunted Adventure. San
Antonio's two newest attractions are both in one location!
Guinness World Records Museum is a state of the art, interactive
experience that brings the world famous book to life - fun for
the entire family! Experience your worst nightmare at Ripley's
Haunted Adventure, a multi-million dollar haunted house
featuring live actors and bone chilling special effects. Both
attractions are open daily except Christmas day. Off Season
Hours: Sunday through Thursday 10:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M.. Friday
and Saturday 10:00 A.M. to 10:00 P.M.. Summer Hours: Sunday
through Thursday 9:00 A.M. to 10:00 P.M.. Friday and Saturday
9:00 A.M. to Midnight. Adult Admission: $13.95. Child Admission
(Ages 4-12): $6.95. Purchase a combination ticket and enjoy both
attractions for one low price! Adult combination ticket: $16.95,
Child combination ticket: $9.95. 210-226-2828. The Guinness
World Records Museum is scheduled to open in June 2003. Call
ahead for official opening date., www.hauntedadventure.com.
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26515 Natural Bridge Caverns Road San Antonio, TX 78266. www.nbwildliferanchtx.com.
Have you ever dreamed of going on an African Safari? Well ...
Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch is your dream come true, only
Texas Style. With hundreds of animals from all over the world
roaming freely in the picturesque Texas Hill Country. Animals
are enticed to come up for nose to nose encounters with the
complimentary feed given upon entrance. The Petting Zoo and
Walk-a-Bout areas are included in admission and everyone is
invited to travel through the Ranch as many times as they would
like during their visit. Admission is $12 for adults, $6 for
children (3-11 years) and $10 for seniors (65+). Texas' most
visited safari park is open daily from 9 am to 5 pm, with
extended summer hours of 9 am to 6:30 pm (Memorial Day-Labor
Day). 830-438-7400
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San
Antonio Zoological Gardens And Aquarium
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Southwest
School Of Art & Craft
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San
Antonio Botanical Garden, Lucile
Halsell Conservatory
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3903 N. St. Mary’s st. (78212) (Brackenridge Park) Ranked as
one of the top zoos in the nation exhibiting over 3,500 animals
of 751 species. At the headwaters of the San Antonio River, the
zoo encompasses 35 landscaped acres. Includes one of the largest
bird collections in the world and the only American zoo to
exhibit the endangered whooping crane. A new Gibbon Forest
exhibit opened April 2001. The Conservation Research Center
exhibits the unique naked mole rat. Seasonal shows and
educational programs throughout the year. The zoo also offers
boat rides. Open 365 days a year. Hours: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. from
Labor Day to Memorial Day; 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Memorial Day to Labor
Day. Admission: adults $7; seniors (62+) and children (3-11) $5;
children 2 and under free. Group rates available.
210-734-7183 Fax: 210-734-7291
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300 Augusta (78205) Visitors can see
free contemporary art exhibitions and lectures by visiting
artists, and stroll the picturesque grounds of the historic
Ursuline Campus, once a girls’ school and convent. Guided tours
(Monday-Friday, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. by appointment), a sales
gallery and a weekday lunch restaurant are available. Exhibition
hours: Monday-Saturday, 9 a.m. -5 p.m. Closed Sunday. Visitors
Center Musuem open 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Sunday. Sales Gallery open 10
a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday - Saturday Free admission. 210-224-1848
Fax: 210-224-9337
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555 Funston Pl. (78209) www.sabot.org
This 33-acre living museum, one can enjoy colorful seasonal
floral displays, a serene native forest walk, exotic plant
specimens from around the world, modernistic glass pyramids, and
even an authentic log cabin. Highlights include the Old
Fashioned Perennial Garden, Rose Garden, Sacred Garden, Garden
for the Blind, Kuamoto En (an authentic Japanese Garden), and
extensive native collections representing the hill Country, East
Texas and Southwest Texas. The futuristic Lucile Halsell
Conservatory features plants from around the world displayed in
the Exhibit Room, Desert Pavilion, Tropical Forest Room, Palm
House and Fern Grotto. The Aquatic Garden Pool is the central
feature of the Conservatory Courtyard. The historic Carriage
House, your entry point to the Garden, also includes the gift
shop and restaurant (kitchen closed Mondays). Garden is open
every day from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Closed Christmas and New Years's
Day. Admission: Adults $4; Children (3-13) $1; seniors $2;
military/students $2. Group rates available. Tour rates
available. 210-207-3255 Fax: 210-207-3274
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Texas
Adventure - Alamo Special Effects Theater
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Tower
Of The Americas
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Vietnam
War Memorial
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307 Alamo Plaza (78205); An action-packed multi-media Special
Effects Theater portraying Texas Independence with the Alamo
drama as its centerpiece. Utilizing an array of state-of-the-art
special effects found only in a few theme parks, the "Encountarium
F/X Theatre" format surrounds visitors with an environment
that recreates the touch and feel of being present as history
was made. This attraction offers a complete experience,
including the theatre, a retail store and a light food and
beverage service both inside and outdoors in The Cactus Cantina.
Two private reception rooms overlooking the Alamo are available
for catered private parties. The 16,000-square-feet facility may
be rented for larger groups and events. Hours 8:30 a.m. - 8 p.m.
daily. Admission: adults $8.95; children (3-11) $4.75. Group
rates available for 10 or more. 210-227-8224, Fax:
210-227-5432
www.texas-adventure.com,
E-mail: info@texas-adventure.com
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600 HemisFair Park (78205) The Tower, 750 ft. tall, offers a
panoramic view of San Antonio and the surrounding area.
Glass-walled elevators ascend over 500 feet to the restaurant
and observation level. It was the theme structure for HemisFair
in 1968, and symbolizes the progress made by the confluence of
civilizations in the Western Hemisphere. Hours: Observation
Deck, 9 a.m.-10 p.m. Sunday – Thursday; 9 a.m.-11 p.m., Friday
–Saturday. Elevator fees: adults $4; seniors (55+) $2.50;
children (4-11) $1.50; under four free Fees subject to change.
Visit the Tower of Americas restaurant serving lunch and dinner.
210-223-3101. Parking for restaurant is available off Bowie
Street, east of the park. 210-207-8615 Fax: 210-207-4390
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Created by combat artist Austin Deuel, "Hill 811 S"
depicts a marine holding a wounded comrade while looking skyward
for an evacuation helicopter. Located at Veterans Memorial
Plaza, and dedicated to all veterans.
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