San Antonio Meeting Planner 2007 - (Page 84) ACTIVITIES The River Walk’s cobblestone pathways become literal stepping stones to dining, entertainment, shopping and transportation in downtown San Antonio. » THREE TO SEE River Walk San Antonio’s Paseo del Rio is a top leisure destination. Market Square This authentic Mexican market is the largest of its kind north of the Rio Grande. an Antonio’s historic attractions are what gives this city its distinctive character. The Alamo was built first, but the four other Spanish missions on the Mission Trail are an equally rich part of the city’s history and culture. The River Walk, with its lush gardens, patios and cobblestone walkways one level down from the street, make it both a peaceful paseo and an ideal place for an organized group outing. Near the River Walk is La Villita, one of San Antonio’s original settlements now lined with galleries, boutiques and cafés, and Market Square, the largest Mexican market north of the Rio Grande. SeaWorld San Antonio, Six Flags Fiesta Texas and the Tower of Americas are also ideal for groups. San Antonio’s museums are world class, including the Museo Alameda, a Smithsonian affiliate, the San Antonio Museum of Art, the McNay Art Museum, the Witte Museum and University of Texas at San Antonio’s Institute of Texan Cultures. An abundance of golf courses, art galleries, boutiques and performing arts will keep your group busy, as well as day trips to Texas Hill Country towns such as Boerne, New Braunfels, Fredericksburg and Bandera. S Museo Alameda The National Center for Latino arts and culture is also the first formal affiliate of the Smithsonian. Every day there’s something bright, bold and beautiful going on in San Antonio. 84 Purchase authentic Mexican wares at Market Square. http://visitsanantonio.com
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