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River Walk (Paseo Del Rio)
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, 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 Rio San Antonio Cruises, listed in Activites and Rides.
Expires December 31, 2017
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San Antonio Botanical Garden
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 $6.00; Children (3-13 yrs) $3.00; Seniors (55 yrs and up) $4.00; Student/Military (with ID card) $4.00. Tour rates available.
555 Funston • San Antonio • TX 78209
Phone: (210) 207-3250 • Fax: (210) 207-3274
www.sabot.org
Expires December 31, 2017
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San Antonio IMAX Theatre Rivercenter
"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. Other IMAX features, including IMAX 3D, also show. The giant IMAX screen, large film frames and incredible sound system create The IMAX Experience®. Your movie-going experience is so real that yo feel like you are immersed in the film and in IMAX 3D you will want to reach out and touch the images floating toward you. Shows daily from 9 a.m. - 10 p.m. Admission: adults $9.25; children (3-11) $6.24; senior (65+) and youth (12-17) $8.33. The prices do not include tax. Advance reservations and assigned seating are available.
849 E Commerce, #285 • San Antonio • TX 78205
Phone: (210) 247-4629 • Fax: (210) 227-5432 • Toll Free: (800) 354-4629
www.imax-sa.com
Expires December 31, 2017
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San Antonio Missions National Historical Park
The chain of missions established along the San Antonio River in the 18th century are reminders of one of Spain's most successful attempts to extend its New World dominion from Mexico. Representing both church and state, these missions were charged with converting the local Native Americans, collectively called Coahuiltecans, into devout Catholics and productive members of Spanish society. More than just churches on the Spanish Colonial frontier, the missions also served as vocational and educational centers, economic enterprises involved in agricultural and ranching endeavors and regional trade. They were the greatest concentration of Catholic missions in North America and formed the foundation for what is today the thriving city of San Antonio. The park contains the historically and architecturally significant structures of missions Concepción, San José, San Juan and Espada. Other important cultural resources included are the historic Espada Dam and Aqueduct, acequia (irrigation) systems and the Rancho de las Cabras. Hours: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's. Free admission. The visitor center is located next to Mission San Jose and contains a theater showing a 20-minute depiction of early life at the mission, a museum and book shop.
Mission Concepción, 807 Mission Rd. at Felisa St., Tel. 210/534-1540
Mission San Francisco de la Espada, 10040 Espada Rd., Tel. 210/627-2021
Mission San José, 6701 San Jose Dr., Tel. 210/932-1001
Mission San Juan Capistrano, 9101 Graf Rd., Tel. 210/534-0749
2202 Roosevelt Ave. • San Antonio • TX 78210
Phone: (210) 534-8833 • Fax: (210) 534-1106
www.nps.gov/saan
Expires December 31, 2017
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San Antonio Zoo Eagle
Miniature railway travels 2 1/2 miles and crosses the San Antonio River Twice. Hours of operations: 9 am - 5 pm Winter; 9 am - 6 pm Summer, 365 days a year (weather permitting). Closes 1/2 hour after Zoo gates closes. Admission: adults $2.25; children (3-11) $2. Other Park attractions listed alphabetically include the San Antonio Zoo, Sunken Gardens, and Witte Museum.
3810 N. St. Mary's St. • San Antonio • TX 78212
Phone: (210) 735-7455 • Fax: (210) 734-7291
www.sazoo-aq.org
Expires December 31, 2017
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