San Antonio by Night: Ultimate River Walk Cruise & Hidden Gems
Overview
Discover San Antonio after dark on an intimate, 3-hour walking Experience limited to just six guests.
More than sightseeing, your local 5 Star Adventures USA host brings the city's history to life through captivating stories, colorful personalities, hidden legends, and surprising discoveries.
Explore the illuminated Alamo Plaza, Torch of Friendship, historic La Villita, and San Fernando Cathedral. Along the way, enjoy our optional, interactive 5 Star History Challenge.
Then experience the magic of the River Walk aboard an included narrated GO RIO cruise, surrounded by glowing bridges, beautiful architecture, and lively waterfront landmarks.
After the cruise, discover another side of historic downtown, with stories of legendary theaters, the Buckhorn Saloon, and the influential Maverick family.
Enjoy a relaxed pace, personal attention, and an unforgettable evening of San Antonio history.
GO RIO cruise admission included.
What's Included
- Narrated GO RIO River Walk Cruise admission ticket included
- Small-group walking experience with a local storyteller
- Gratuities, greatly appreciated, but not included
- Food, beverages, parking fees, and other personal expenses are not included.
- Tower of the Americas admission is not included.
Meeting Location
705 East Houston Street
San Antonio, TX 78205, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Alamo Plaza
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Torch of Friendship
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
La Villita Historic Arts Village
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
San Fernando De Bexar Cathedral
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Go Rio River Boat Tours San Antonio
45 minutes Admission Ticket Included
The Emily Morgan San Antonio - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This is a relaxed, guided walking Experience through historic downtown San Antonio, with regular stops for storytelling. Guests should be comfortable walking on sidewalks, occasional uneven surfaces, and accessing the River Walk at river level. Some areas may involve steps or crowded walkways.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST).
- Narrated GO RIO River Walk Cruise admission ticket included.
- Small-group walking experience with a local storyteller.
- Gratuities, greatly appreciated, but not included.
- Food, beverages, parking fees, and other personal expenses are not included.
- Tower of the Americas admission is not included.
The minimum age to participate is 18..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the San Antonio by Night: Ultimate River Walk Cruise & Hidden Gems is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for San Antonio by Night: Ultimate River Walk Cruise & Hidden Gems will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Narrated GO RIO River Walk Cruise admission ticket included
- Small-group walking experience with a local storyteller
- Gratuities, greatly appreciated, but not included
- Food, beverages, parking fees, and other personal expenses are not included.
- Tower of the Americas admission is not included.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This is a relaxed, guided walking Experience through historic downtown San Antonio, with regular stops for storytelling. Guests should be comfortable walking on sidewalks, occasional uneven surfaces, and accessing the River Walk at river level. Some areas may involve steps or crowded walkways.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
