San Antonio River Cruise

Sit back and relax on the 40-minute cruise as you take in the gorgeous sights of San Antonio passing multiple points of interest such as La Villita, the Old Mill Crossing, and more! Our knowledgeable tour guides will take you on a narrated cruise aboard vibrant electric barges to connect you to the soul of San Antonio by learning about the city's rich history, culture, architecture, and perennial charm! Learn about famous historic sites such as the Alamo, the King William Historic District, and more! Shop memorabilia and souvenirs for loved ones back home at the historic Pearl and other shops at Rivercenter! Dig into delicious Tex-Mex cuisine at Casa Rio and dine al fresco at The Food Hall at Bottling Department! Learn some history at the San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and do so much more at the Riverwalk!

Spend 35 minutes cruising on a San Antonio River Walk Boat Tour and learn about the city's rich history when you cruise past La Villita, the very first neighborhood in the city, where General Santa Anna positioned his artillery during the historic Battle of the Alamo, and beyond that, Old Mill Crossing, the site where Teddy Roosevelt and his Rough Riders made their charge. Our tour guides will make sure to walk you through the history of every point of interest you take in! 

Marvel at the city's gorgeous architecture ranging from bridges to buildings, all rich in history and culture. You'll see Selena's Bridge known for a romantic scene filmed on this very spot from the biopic Selena in which the famous Tejano singer Selena Quintanilla Perez is played by the pop culture icon Jennifer Lopez. Don't forget to check out the Hyatt Regency Hotel, the Briscoe Western Art Museum, and other architectural landmarks! 

We highly recommend you experience the San Antonio River Cruise by booking a tour during the holiday season when the River Walk is lit up with 100,000 holiday lights. Every year, the lights are illuminated on the day after Thanksgiving, signaling the beginning of the Ford Holiday River Parade, and they remain up until at least New Year's Day. See the dazzling illuminations, Christmas lights, and more while cruising on a vibrant barge!