We Texans already knew how magical the San Antonio River Walk is, and the rest of the world is finally starting to catch on. According to Fodor’s, the iconic Alamo City destination ranks among the 15 best river walks in the U.S. Here’s why you should visit:

As the #1 attraction in Texas, the San Antonio River Walk welcomes a staggering 14 million visitors annually.
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It's the heart and soul of the city, connecting visitors to its vibrant culture and rich heritage.
Open 24/7, 365 days per year, the 15-mile River Walk is a world-renowned destination for shopping, dining, and sightseeing.
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Feel free to take it all in on foot, or hop on a 35-minute, narrated GO RIO Cruise for a deeper dive into San Antonio history.
The timeless charm continues at La Villita, a historic arts village dating to 1722.
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It was one of the city's very first neighborhoods, and today, the village is a hub for local artisans. Browse through a wide variety of handmade goods, from jewelry to folk art and everything in between. There over 30 different shops in total, connected by tree-lined plazas and walkways.
You'll be walking quite a bit, so hunger is bound to strike at some point.
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When it does, there's no better place to grab a bite than Casa Rio, the first restaurant to open along the River Walk.

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Known for its colorful umbrellas and multi-level seating, Casa Rio has been serving classic Tex-Mex fare since 1946.
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From fajitas to street tacos to enchiladas, the menu has a little something for everyone.
Once you're done eating, take a right from Commerce Street onto Alamo Plaza to visit the most iconic landmark in the city.
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The world-famous mission is just a six-minute walk from the waterfront, and it offers a sobering history lesson. No matter how much you studied the Battle of the Alamo in school, seeing where the bloodshed took place with your own eyes really puts into perspective what was lost - and subsequently gained - that day.
If you need a place to stay, there are myriad options, including the 4-star Hilton Palacio del Rio.
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This 21-story, hacienda-style hotel is situated directly on the River Walk. Many of its nearly 500 rooms have private balconies that provide a front-row seat to all the action.
While the River Walk is a bucket-list-worthy destination year-round, if we had to pick just one season to visit, it would definitely be the holidays.
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Beginning in mid-to-late November, the waterfront transforms into a winter wonderland, complete with over 100,000 lights and a river parade! The experience is positively enchanting for all ages.

Visit the River Walk’s official website or Facebook page for more information.

Have you ever been to the San Antonio River Walk? If so, what’s your favorite thing to do along the waterfront? Tell us in the comments section below! Check out our previous article for some little-known facts about the River Walk that you’ll be surprised to learn.

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