709 E Elmira St

With all due respect to the good folks of Austin, San Antonio is one of the most culturally rich and diverse cities in Texas, and Downtown puts it all on display. Centuries of history surround you, from the Spanish Mission San Jose to the Art Deco architecture of the city’s early skyscrapers to the legendary Alamo itself. Corporate office buildings intermingle with a thriving arts and entertainment scene, with much of the action surrounding the famous Riverwalk. A wide selection of theaters and music venues deliver live performances for every taste, and the visual arts facilities range from the majestic San Antonio Museum of Art to the numerous smaller galleries around Downtown; the La Villita Historic Arts Village has served as an incubator for local art since the 1930s.

Community celebrations like the popular Fiesta Noche del Rio draw huge crowds, and numerous conventions and sporting events attract locals as well as out-of-towners.