San Antonio, Texas: Enjoy This International City!
San Antonio's international flavor with its Spanish, German, Mexican, Irish, and Indian influences help make it Texas' most popular visitor destination and an ideal location for an international conference.
San Antonio offers the States #1 and #2 tourist attraction-the Alamo and the River Walk. Old-world charm and modern sophistication sum up San Antonio, a festive blend of Spanish architecture, eclectic foods and music. There is much to do in San Antonio and most is within walking distance from the Conference site!
* The Alamo, the city's first mission and a museum of the battle fought here for Texas independence and the state's number one tourist attraction.
* River Walk, cobblestone walkways and subtropical foliage along the peaceful downtown river lead visitors to the river-level sidewalk cafes, shops, galleries, and clubs.
* Fiesta Texas, 200-acre music and entertainment theme park with live musicals, rides, cafes, and shops; offers family entertainment.
* Sea World of Texas, a 250-acre aquatic theme park includes water rides, attractions, and shows.
* La Villita, a unique arts and crafts community in the downtown historic area feature shops and working artisans.
* Market Square, designed like an authentic Mexican market, offers 50 specialty shops with crafts, culture, food, and music.
* The institute of Texan Cultures, hands-on exhibits represent the 26 different ethnic groups that settled Texas.
* The 433-acre Breckenridge Park, home of a Japanese tea garden, the Witte Museum (focuses on Texas history, natural science, and anthropology), the San Antonio Zoo, a carousel, miniature railway, stable, and a skyride.
* Plus Museums, Parks, San Antonio Spurs Basketball, and much more!
For more information about San Antonio
see:
http://www.sanantoniocvb.com/index.htm