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Originally the Mission San Antonio del Valero, the Alamo is by far the most famous historical site in Texas. 189 Texian soldiers fought and lost to thousands of Mexican troops during the war for Texas' independence from Mexico. The chapel and the Long Barrack are all that remains of the fort. Saved from civilian apathy by the Daughters of the Republic of Texas, the mission is now a museum containing relics from the era. Texans take the Alamo very seriously; silence, or at least hushed voices, is insisted upon both in the chapel and on the grounds. Narrated are tours available. Be sure to visit the gift shope to purchase your memorabilia. 
Admission: Free, but donations are encouraged. Address: 300 Alamo Plaza San Antonio, TX 78205 Neighborhood: Downtown Phone: +1 210 225 1391 2、La Villita A unique arts and crafts community now exists where the first neighborhood San Antonio once stood. Shops and artists inhabit restored original buildings surrounded by shaded plazas. The leisurely shopper will enjoy discovering original works of art, photographic prints, antiques, and unique gifts. The tiny, non-denominational church, aptly named The Little Church of La Villita, still holds services every Sunday morning and is popular wedding site. The plazas are available for private parties. Located downtown next to the Arneson River Theater and the Hilton Palacio del Rio Hotel. 
Address: 418 Villita San Antonio, TX 78205 Neighborhood: River Walk Phone: +1 210 207 8610 3、Hertzberg Circus Museum "Come to the circus. It's waiting for you!" Well, almost. This museum is as close to going to the Big Top as you can get without actually being there. Attractions include Tom Thumb's carriage, P.T. Barnum memorabilia, and a miniature tented circus. The Magic of Faces, a hands-on exhibit, allows visitors to explore the language of facial expressions with mirrors, masks, and computer imagery. 
Admission: $2.50 Adults, $1 Children. Address: 210 West Market St (at Presa Street) San Antonio, TX 78209 Neighborhood：Downtown Phone +1 210 207 7810 4、Market Square The historical center and heart of the city's Mexican culture, the square is the largest Mexican marketplace outside of Mexico. Here you can dine on Mexican food at one of several cafes, enjoy the lively sounds of Mariachi bands, and buy the wonderful blankets, clothes, leather and metal goods, and more imported from just south of the border. The square plays host to many cultural events and fairs throughout the year, including Fiesta del Mercado (Party of the Market) in April and Dia De Los Muertos (Day of the Dead) in November. The Latino Museum, affiliated with the Smithsonian Institution, will open here in Spring 2001. 
Address：514 West Commerce St (at South Flores) San Antonio, TX 78207 Neighborhood：Downtown Phone： +1 210 207 8600 5、McNay Art Museum This Spanish-Mediterranean mansion in the heart of well-to-do Alamo Heights houses impressive works from 19th- and 20th-century American and European art in addition to one of the largest theater arts collections in the US. Its grounds are as lovely as its collections boasting fountains, streams, goldfish ponds and Japanese-style gardens. Recent touring exhibitions include works by Georgia O'Keeffe, a collection of Pop Art, and American Pictoral Photography. The auditorium and portions of the museum are available for private functions. 
Address: 6000 North New Braunfels Ave(at Austin Highway) San Antonio, TX 78209 Neighborhood: Alamo Heights/Olmos Park 6、River Walk When you think of San Antonio, two things automatically come to mind; the Alamo and the River Walk. The River Walk was conceived in 1929. Downtown had serious flood problems and Robert Hugman suggested that the city turn the San Antonio river into an asset rather than a hinderance. Hugman's brainchild has since become the essence of the city. The city's most popular attraction, it is often crowded and filled with children, party-goers, tourists, and locals. In the heart of the River Walk is an area filled with restaurants, shops, night clubs, punctuated by fountains and towering Cypress trees. There is no gaurd rail, so be careful (although the river is shallow enough to stand). If you don't like rowdiness or crowds, it is best to stay away during events and festivals. The River Walk is particularily crazy during Fiesta. 
Address: 454 Losoya (runs through downtown) San Antonio, TX 78705 Neighborhood: River Walk Phone: +1 210 207 8480 7、San Antonio Botanical Garden Center Thirty-three acres of lush foliage and colorful blooms beg to be appreciated. A wonderful attraction often over-looked by visitors, the garden is exquisite year-round with something always in bloom. A conservatory, formal gardens, "old-fashioned" gardens, and native plant areas provide a variety of interest. This is definitely a must-see for both botany experts and garden-variety folks. If you're visiting in the spring, don't forget your antihistamines. The garden center also features a luncheon cafe, gift shop, guided tours, adults and children's classes, and is available for private parties. Admission: $4 Adults, $1 Children ages 3 - 13, $2 Senior Citizens, Military Personnel and Students. Children 2 and under are free. Address: 555 Funston (near N. New Braunfels Ave) San Antonio, TX 78209 Neighborhood: Alamo Heights/Olmos Park Phone +1 210 207 3255 Web Site http://www.sabot.org 8、San Antonio Museum of Art Housed in what was once the Lone Star Brewery, this museum boasts fairly comprehensive collections of both ancient and Asian art. The new Nelson A. Rockefeller Center for Latin American Art displays what is probably one of the most impressive collections of Pre-Columbian, Spanish Colonial, and Latin American modern and folk art in the US. Sundays the museum sponsors educational workshops for children where they can create their own pieces of art to display at home. The museum also plays host to touring exhibits such as the prints of Paul Jacoulet. 
Admission: $5 Adults; $4 Seniors age 65 and older, Youths ages 12-18, and College Students with school identification; $1.75 Children 3-11; Children age 3 and under are free. Tuesdays 3pm-9pm all admission is free. Address: 200 West Jones Ave San Antonio, TX 78215 Neighborhood: Downtown Phone: +1 210 978 8100 9、San Antonio Zoo Situated along the San Antonio River and next to Brackenridge Park, the zoo is considered one of the finest in the USA. With over 3,400 animals representing over 700 species, you're sure to find your favorite. The recently renovated "big cat" exhibit draws big crowds as does one of the largest bird collections in the US. Allow time for wandering around; even though there's plenty of directional signage, the exhibits are a confusing maze. The zoo offers educational programs weekly and is available for private events. Call for more information. Admission: $7 Adults, $5 Children age 3-11 and Seniors age 62 and older. Children 2 and under are free. Address: 3903 North St. Mary's St San Antonio, TX 78209 Neighborhood: Alamo Heights/Olmos Park Phone +1 210 734 7184 Web Site http://www.sazoo-aq.org 10、Tower of the Americas What a sight to behold -- glass-walled elevators ascend over 500 feet to the observation deck to provide a panoramic view of the city. Standing a total 750 feet tall, the tower was constructed for HemisFair, the 1968 World's Fair and symbolizes the progress made by the peoples of the Western Hemisphere. Admission: $1.50 Adults, $.75 Children ages 3-11. 
Address: 600 Hemisfair Park San Antonio, TX 78205 Neighborhood Downtown Phone +1 210 207 8615 11、Witte Museum The city's science and natural history museum has increased its remarkable popularity even more with the adjacent HEB Science Treehouse, a collection of interactive exhibits and activities for visitors of all ages. Permenant exhibits include Native American cave paintings, archaeological artifacts, an Egyptian mummy, native Texan mammals, reptiles and insects, and much more. Past touring exhibits have included gowns and memorabilia from Fiesta's Order of the Alamo coronation pageants, Dinosaurs Alive!, and Microbes. 
Admission: $5.95 Adults; $4.95 Seniors age 65 and older; $3.95 Children 4-11; Children ages 3 and under are free. Tuesdays 3pm-9pm all admission is free. Address: 3801 Broadway San Antonio, TX 78209 Neighborhood: Alamo Heights/Olmos Park Phone +1 210 357 1900 12、Yanaguana Cruises, Inc. Hop aboard one of the city's river barges and take a cruise around the 2.5 mile stretch of the San Antonio River known as the River Walk. Narrated cruises emphasize the history of the area and depart hourly from three "ports." Don't be shy about waving to passers by -- there's something about being on a boat that makes them want to wave to you, too. Barges are available for private tours, river taxis for groups, dining charters and custom cruises as well. All barges are handicapped accessible. Reservations for seating on general public narrated cruises are accepted. Fares: $5.25 Adults, $1 Children age 5 and under, $3.65 Seniors and Active Military Personnel. Address: 315 East Commerce Street San Antonio, TX 78205 Neighborhood: River Walk Phone: +1 210 244 5700 Web Site: http://www.sarivercruise.com Email: [email protected] 13、San Fernando Cathedral Although construction didn't begin until 1749, this cathedral was established in 1731 by the Canary/Spanish Islanders who sought to build their own place of worship making it the oldest cathedral sanctaury in the United States. The famous Alamo defender James Bowie was married here and during the seige of the Alamo Santa Anna used it as an observation post. Notable historic figures Bowie, William Travis, and Davy Crockett are buried here. The cathedral still draws huge crowds for Mass and always welcomes visitors. Services: 6:15am, 12:05pm Mon-Fri; 8am (Spanish), 5:30pm (Bilingual) Sat; 6am, 8am, 10am, noon (Spanish), 2pm, 5pm (Bilingual) Sun Address: 115 Main Plaza San Antonio, TX 78205 Neighborhood: Downtown Phone +1 210 227 1297 |
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