Stay Cool in San Antonio
Beat the heat in San Antonio with these cool attractions
Whether you're shopping at the Rivercenter, defeating the curse on Tomb Rider 3-D, or visiting the historic Market Square, San Antonio has attractions that will help you beat the summer heat.
Shopping
Get some summer shopping done at the Shops at Rivercenter. Located in downtown San Antonio alongside the famous River Walk, the Rivercenter is home to a variety of shops, an IMAX and AMC movie theater as well as a wide assortment of restaurants. The Rivercenter also features a Dave and Busters and Improv Comedy Club. Need a place to stay? The Rivercenter features a Marriott Hotel, so you can shop, stay and play all in one place.
Address: 849 E Commerce St, San Antonio, TX 78205
Adventures
Head over to Alamo Plaza and get ready to experience some family fun attractions. Not only is this street across from the historic Alamo, but it also houses attractions like Ripley’s Believe It or Not where you are able to see some wild discoveries such as shrunken heads. Also located on Alamo Plaza is Guinness World Records where you will find world record artifacts and Tomb Rider 3-D, a 3-D interactive ride. The fun doesn’t stop at those attractions, make sure to visit Ripley’s Haunted Adventure, Louis Tussaud’s Waxworks, and Ripley’s Moving 4-D Theater.
Address: 301 Alamo Plaza, San Antonio, TX 78205
Let’s Eat
Discover the rich culture of San Antonio by visiting this historic Market Square. Located in downtown, this square is full of shops and restaurants. Visit El Mercado, often described as the largest Mexican market outside of Mexico, and pick up some cultural apparel, stunning pottery, glassware, artwork, and more. Taste sweet and savory treats at the Farmer’s Market Plaza and see what the other vendors have to offer. If you’re looking for authentic Mexican and Tex-Mex dishes, visit Mi Tierra Café and Bakery. This restaurant is open 24 hours, 7 days a week, and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Try their huevos a la Mexicana for breakfast, scrambled eggs with tomatoes, onions, and green peppers complete with tortillas and your choice of meat, and for lunch or dinner, try one of their enchilada plates. Make sure to visit their bakery, which is full of fresh, baked sweet breads, cookies, pecan pralines, and other sweet treats.
Address: 514 W Commerce St, San Antonio, TX 78207