Freight is such a great gallery space! They've really transformed Gallito Studios, and made it a…read moreclean, well lit, easy to navigate art space! The place has really opened up their space- it used to be crowded with a maze of tight cubicles of gallery and studios. Now, it's a wide open central gallery, with studios and smaller galleries off to the sides. In the front, they now have a coffee shop! Cool! In the back, they've paved in the side and back yards, where bands set up, and additional galleries can be found. All of the art is local, handmade, and ranges in media. Some of the art can not be purchased, as they are installation pieces. The art here is all reasonably priced, and there's a great variety of artists and vendors selling cool stuff. This place gets hopping for Second Saturday, a monthly art walk that centers around the galleries by the train tracks at South Flores. The art is just part of the scene- check out the live music too! Budding artists can rent space here to do their art, and sell it when they have events. Other than Second Saturday, you might need to book an appointment to come by many of the artists' galleries, but it seems that coffee is served all day.

I always loved Kimura. Then I heard they were opening up inside of Freight...and my love grew!…read more I frequent the breweries in the area, and now have ramen down the street! Same great taste! Awesome/artsy location! Staff was super friendly and service was great!

This museum is simply spectacular. It boasts an impressive collection of art pieces from around the…read moreworld. It's a great way to spend a weekend with your family. It was very clean and well taken care of. I also loved the lighting because it was neither too dark or too bright. The staff is very friendly and ready to ask any questions that you might have. My personal favorite collection are the artifacts from Greece and Egypt. I was really blown away.

I could spend any given day here. It's a great place to visit alone and absorb the beauty and…read moreimagination of the creators. The space is easy to enjoy at your own pace, and it has such a thoughtful, inspiring feel throughout. Parking is across the street and paid via a QR code you can scan upon entry, which makes it pretty straightforward. It's also accessible via the Riverwalk, which adds to the overall experience. A beautiful spot worth taking time to appreciate.

Wonderful host/artist. It was an absolute pleasure to see how everything worked. Our daughter had a…read moregreat time here for part of her birthday celebration! Thank you!

Stumbled onto this little hidden gem & SO glad I did! Not only can you observe these amazing…read moreartists working & creating the most beautiful hand blown glass creations, they have a lovely gallery & showroom where you can purchase these unique works of art!! Totally worth the trip in San Antonio.

The Briscoe Western Art Museum is a great and intimate museum in the heart of downtown San Antonio…read more:) ! The staff is super friendly and helpful, and is willing to speak with you regarding anything that has to do with western art. If you really love western art and history, and especially would like to learn more about Texas history, this is a fantastic place to visit :) ! The artwork varies from unique paintings, sculptures, artifacts and photos :) ! There also happened to be a great talk going on about Texas mapping history :D ! I also happened to visit here during the holidays :) ! So both the inside and outside of the museum were beautifully decorated for the holiday season :D ! I have visited a lot of well-known museums in the United States. And although this one is not a huge name nationwide, I liked the fact that it was small to medium-size that it made it easy and stress-free for me to get around and enjoy the various art exhibits :) ! I like visiting all kinds of museums. But for sure, it definitely is meaningful to visit these smaller museums as well because they do feel much more personal and engaging, compared to larger museums that have so many tourists that it can get overwhelming.

My wife and I love exploring the area and today we took a trip to the Briscoe Western Art Museum…read morewith two other friends who grow up in San Antonio. I have visited many Museums such as the Huntington Library, the Getty and the Gene Audrey Western Museum. We really enjoyed ourselves. The museum is a perfect size, not too big and not too small. There is a nice mix of what is on display, from an excellent collection of spurs, paintings, and artifacts. My favorites were the paintings. Most museums have very old famous painting, but the Briscoe has a large number of paintings which have been painted recently. Now don't get me wrong, Blue Boy at the Huntington is an amazing painting but the paintings at the Briscoe were so vivid and captivating. I wish I could have purchased at least a dozen of them. The colors were bright, which made me wonder if this is what it would have been like looking at a Van Gouh a year after it was painted? Even though there were contemporary painting, the subject matter was distinctly western capturing a style unlike anything I have seen before. The staff was super friendly and very helpful. For instance, we asked what's the best way to go through the museum. Start one the 3rd floor and work your way down. We highly recommend making a day of it. If you get hungry, take a break and come back. If your budget is tight, the first Sunday is open the Bexar county residence for free. Enjoy the experience.

I hopped on the Go Rio San Antonio River Cruise thinking, "Alright, Texas Venice... let's not get…read morecarried away." Five minutes in boom full-blown water gun war. I'm talking grown adults acting like unsupervised 8-year-olds. Drinks flying, people ducking, one girl fighting for her dignity like her top came off ... and I'm pretty sure we came within inches of flipping that boat into the San Antonio River Walk. Meanwhile, the captain's just cruising along like, "This is fine. This is my Tuesday." Daytime? Beautiful, classy, postcard stuff. Nighttime? Turns into a floating bar fight with better lighting and a tour guide doing stand-up. End result: I came for a relaxing boat ride... Left feeling like I survived a low-speed aquatic bar brawl in one of the best spots in Texas.

This was a great little cruise. Only 35 min for $12.50 with military discount. Our captain was…read moreknowledgeable and entertaining. Is it worth the drive?...yes

We had an amazing time on the mural bike ride tour! Our guide, Brian, was incredible -- passionate,…read moreknowledgeable, and deeply connected to the local art scene. He didn't just point out murals; he shared the stories behind them and even introduced us to one of the pioneers of San Antonio's mural movement. Such a special experience! As a San Antonio native, Brian also gave us a list of his personal favorite local spots. We couldn't hit them all, but we did make it to Teka Molino for puff tacos and fajitas... and WOW. A 10/10. Truly some of the best tacos we've ever had. We'll absolutely be back for another tour -- and more tacos!

We recently had the pleasure of joining Brian and his fantastic Mural E-Bike Tour, and I can't say…read moreenough good things about it! From start to finish, the experience was exceptional. Brian was knowledgeable about the area and passionate about sharing the history behind the San Antonio Street Art Initiative. Brian made sure everyone felt safe and comfortable throughout the journey. The route was breathtaking, taking us through stunning mural routes; we saw hidden gems we would have never discovered on our own. It was a perfect balance of fantastic murals and flat terrain for all levels of riders. What truly stood out, though, was the attention to detail and the little extras that made the tour unforgettable, from riding through San Antonio's historic streets to having a sneak peek of amazing art inside Hopscotch to taking in all the visual goodness at The Pearl and let's not forget - the under-the-highway SASAI Pillars. All the stops were well-timed at picturesque murals; every aspect was well thought out. The Mural E-Bike Tour is undeniably the city's best experience. It exceeded my expectations in every way, and it's a must-do activity for anyone looking to appreciate the city's mural art, charm, and history. I highly recommend The Mural E-Bike Tour to anyone looking for an unforgettable experience! We recently had the pleasure of joining Brian and his fantastic Mural E-Bike Tour, and I can't say enough good things about it! From start to finish, the experience was exceptional. Brian was knowledgeable about the area and passionate about sharing the history behind the San Antonio Street Art Initiative. Brian made sure everyone felt safe and comfortable throughout the journey. The route was breathtaking, taking us through stunning mural routes; we saw hidden gems we would have never discovered on our own. It was a perfect balance of fantastic murals and flat terrain for all levels of riders. What truly stood out, though, was the attention to detail and the little extras that made the tour unforgettable, from riding through San Antonio's historic streets to having a sneak peek of amazing art inside Hopscotch to taking in all the visual goodness at The Pearl and let's not forget - the under-the-highway SASAI Pillars. All the stops were well-timed at picturesque murals; every aspect was well thought out. The Mural E-Bike Tour is undeniably the city's best experience. It exceeded my expectations in every way, and it's a must-do activity for anyone looking to appreciate the city's mural art, charm, and history. I highly recommend The Mural E-Bike Tour to anyone looking for an unforgettable experience!

I, after much research, found the parent company. It's San Antonio Walks & Drives. I loved the…read moreprevious tours taken so wound up finding their other website www.privatetoursanantonio.com to do our own VIP tour. Of course, I later found out I could have accessed the Private Tour through www.sanantoniowalks.com as well, which I'd originally used. Well, anyway, as expected - very impressive. Nothing in San Antonio "tourwise" has actually impressed me but this company. When friends visit I show off the city via this company. They always thank me!

Luckily I found this tour via TripAdvisor and it was great…read more Our tour guide was extremely knowledgeable and provided us with a plethora of information about San Antonio, the Alamo, and the Riverwalk. If you like history and a good storytelling, this is the thing for you!

With almost a thousand reviews, the San Antonio Riverwalk maintains a rating of over four stars and…read morethat's pretty amazing. In my opinion, it definitely deserves it. We visited the Riverwalk and surrounding area multiple times on our visit to San Antonio and it was probably the most enjoyable thing that we did while we were there. Just in my few visits, I had lots of different experiences. The Riverwalk can be calm and beautiful or it can be fun and lively and sometimes it can be all of those things just depending on where you are within the walk. Also depending on when you choose to go, as I noticed a distinctly different vibe between my daytime and nighttime visits. As soon as you drop down from the street level into the walk, it's like you're in a whole new place. The water winds through the walk so you always have a lovely view and the calming sound of water with you wherever you venture on the walk. There are tons of shops and restaurants and shaded little spots where you can just sit on a bench and enjoy the ambiance. It's clean, well maintained and surprisingly easy to navigate, especially with all the people moving through it at any particular time. Even though some spots felt crowded, I was still always able to maneuver around without feeling claustrophobic. I think it's the openness of the walk and the fact that the river running right next to you create this open space above. Anyway, I had some really nice meals here and enjoyed some good shopping, but mostly just walking and chatting with the people that I care about while enjoying the beauty of my surroundings. You should definitely put the Riverwalk at the top of your list if you're planning on visiting the area as I can definitely recommend a stop here without hesitation.

I'm wondering why I've never reviewed the River Walk. I've been here several times over the years…read moreand though it's considered touristy, I still rather enjoy it. It's a sentimental location for me and I have fond memories of making the visit with my dad in my early 30s. Shops and restaurants line the tranquil water making for pleasant strolls year-round. Even in the height of tourist season, it's still easy to navigate and enjoyably get around and take in the sights. How fun it is to sit along the walk at a cafe table with lunch or a beverage and people watch.

A bit underwhelming…read more When I visited Grotto, I was a little disappointed. The Grotto is a small section of the Riverwalk that is designed as a man-made rock grotto. You can walk under the cave to view a waterfall and fountain. I am not sure if it was construction or a poorly built safety rail, but the pathway surrounding the installation was lined with cheap-looking PVC pipes and buckets filled with concrete. It really took away from the art installation. The photos really make the Grotto seem larger and more robust than it actually is. Once you walk under it, the main attraction (the face and fountain) is actually quite small. I would only really visit if you're in the Pearl-Midtown area, otherwise I would not recommend going out of your way to see it.

What: landmark/art. Very cool to walk along and have this random, eclectic art to enjoy and…read moreappreciate. Location: 5 minute walk from The Pearl Brewery.