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San Antonio Trolley and Go Rio Riverwalk Cruise Combo

4.6 (130 reviews) 1–8 hours Free cancellation
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San Antonio Trolley and Go Rio Riverwalk Cruise Combo

About this activity

Board the stadium seating trolley and explore San Antonio’s vibrant culture and history with a combination of the Old Town Trolley Tour and Go Rio River Cruise. This 2-day ticket allows for a hop-on, hop-off trolley experience at 12 key stops, including the historic Alamo, the lively Pearl district, and the serene Japanese Tea Garden. Enjoy a 35-minute narrated river cruise that showcases iconic landmarks like La Villita and Selena’s Bridge, all while being guided by knowledgeable locals who share fascinating stories. Perfect for families and history enthusiasts, this tour offers both flexibility and insights into Alamo City.

  • 2-day unlimited access to Old Town Trolley plus one River Cruise
  • Explore 12 stops including the Alamo, Japanese Tea Garden San Antonio Museum of Art, the Pearl and more
  • 35-minute narrated river cruise aboard eco-friendly boats
  • Ideal for families and history lovers with flexible exploring options
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At a glance

Duration
1–8 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 30 people
People per booking
1–15
Guide
English
Operated by
Historic Tours Of America

Ages: Children (4–12 years) · Adults (13–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Rio River Cruise
  • Included: Live fully narrated tour on a Trolley

Not included

  • Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

  1. Alamo Plaza

    20 min

    Stop #1 is in front of the entrance to the Alamo Plaza Historic District, with trolleys staged in front of the Chipotle Mexican Grill Restaurant, across from the famous Torch of Friendship.

  2. Stop 2

    20 min

    100 Avenue A, San Antonio, TX 78215, USA

    Stop #2 is at the corner of the intersection of Avenue A and Emma Koehler, across the street from the Pearl Stable Hall and Trek Bicycle.

  3. Japanese Tea Gardens

    20 min Admission not included

    Japanese Tea Garden

  4. San Antonio Botanical Garden

    20 min Admission not included

    555 Funston Pl, San Antonio, TX 78209

    Stop #3 is just outside the main entrance into the Botanical Gardens in the bus passenger drop off and pick up area.

  5. San Antonio Museum of Art

    20 min Admission not included

    Stop #5 is across the street from the San Antonio Museum of Art, after the pedestrian crosswalk.

  6. Stop 6

    20 min

    Stop #6 is on the street directly in front of the Veteran's Memorial Park.

  7. The Buckhorn Saloon and Texas Ranger Museum

    20 min Admission not included

    Stop #7 is in front of the Texas de Brazil Restaurant, across the street from the Buckhorn Saloon & Museum and Texas Ranger Museum.

  8. Stop 8

    20 min

    Stop #8 is at the intersection of W Commerce St and N Main Plaza, across the street from the San Fernando Main Plaza.

  9. Historic Market Square

    20 min

    Stop #9 is at the bus stop on Dolorosa between San Saba and Santa Rosa, in front of the La Quinta Inn by Windham San Antonio Market Square, across the street from Viva Villa restaurant.

  10. Tower Of The Americas

    20 min Admission not included

    Stop #10 is just outside the Magik Children's Theatre of San Antonio, on the southwest side of Hemisfair.

  11. The Alamo

    20 min Admission not included

    615 E Houston St, San Antonio, TX 78205, USA

    Stop #12 is at the intersection of Avenue E and E Houston St, on the corner of the Hipolito Garcia Federal Building and Courthouse, across the street from the Emily Morgan Hotel.

  12. Stop 12

    35 min Admission included

    Pick up your river cruise ticket when you board the trolley.

    7783

  13. San Antonio River Walk

    35 min

    Pick up your river cruise ticket when you board at any of our stops

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Crockett Hotel

    Stop #13 is at the intersection of Bonham and E Crockett St, behind the Menger Hotel and across the street from the Crockett Hotel and Tavern.

  • The Alamo

    Stop #12 is at the intersection of Avenue E and E Houston St, on the corner of the Hipolito Garcia Federal Building and Courthouse, across the street from the Emily Morgan Hotel.

  • Tower of the Americas - STOP TEMPORARILY CLOSED

    Stop #11 is just outside the Magik Children's Theatre of San Antonio, on the southwest side of Hemisfair.

  • San Fernando Cathedral

    Stop #10 is across the street from the cathedral, near the courthouse water fountain.

  • Historic Market Square

    Stop #9 is at the bus stop on Dolorosa between San Saba and Santa Rosa, in front of the La Quinta Inn by Windham San Antonio Market Square, across the street from Viva Villa restaurant.

  • Stop #8 is in front of Legacy Park on W Houston Street. It’s located between N Flores Street and N Main Avenue at the sidewalk cut-out.

  • Stop #7 is in front of the Texas de Brazil Restaurant, across the street from the Buckhorn Saloon & Museum and Texas Ranger Museum.

  • Stop #6 is on the street directly in front of the Veteran's Memorial Park.

  • Stop #5 is across the street from the San Antonio Museum of Art, after the pedestrian crosswalk.

  • Stop #4 is just outside the main entrance into the Botanical Gardens in the bus passenger drop off and pick up area.

  • Japanese Tea Garden

    Stop #3 at the Japanese Tea Garden is accessed by going down St. Mary’s Street, turning onto Alpine Drive, which the entrance to the lot is located on the driver side of the street. From there, we pick up across from where the middle road divider ends.

  • Stop #2 is at the corner of the intersection of Avenue A and Emma Koehler, across the street from the Pearl Stable Hall and Trek Bicycle.

  • Intersection of Alamo Plaza and East Commerce Street.

    Stop #1 is in front of the entrance to the Alamo Plaza Historic District, with trolleys staged in front of the Chipotle Mexican Grill Restaurant, across from the famous Torch of Friendship.

    Welcome Center Ticket Booth located at 111 Alamo Plaza

End point

  • Crockett Hotel

    Stop #13 is at the intersection of Bonham and E Crockett St, behind the Menger Hotel and across the street from the Crockett Hotel and Tavern.

  • The Alamo

    Stop #12 is at the intersection of Avenue E and E Houston St, on the corner of the Hipolito Garcia Federal Building and Courthouse, across the street from the Emily Morgan Hotel.

  • Tower of the Americas - STOP TEMPORARILY CLOSED

    Stop #11 is just outside the Magik Children's Theatre of San Antonio, on the southwest side of Hemisfair.

  • San Fernando Cathedral

    Stop #10 is across the street from the cathedral, near the courthouse water fountain.

  • Historic Market Square

    Stop #9 is at the bus stop on Dolorosa between San Saba and Santa Rosa, in front of the La Quinta Inn by Windham San Antonio Market Square, across the street from Viva Villa restaurant.

  • Stop #8 is in front of Legacy Park on W Houston Street. It’s located between N Flores Street and N Main Avenue at the sidewalk cut-out.

  • Stop #7 is in front of the Texas de Brazil Restaurant, across the street from the Buckhorn Saloon & Museum and Texas Ranger Museum.

  • Stop #6 is on the street directly in front of the Veteran's Memorial Park.

  • Stop #5 is across the street from the San Antonio Museum of Art, after the pedestrian crosswalk.

  • Stop #4 is just outside the main entrance into the Botanical Gardens in the bus passenger drop off and pick up area.

  • Japanese Tea Garden

    Stop #3 at the Japanese Tea Garden is accessed by going down St. Mary’s Street, turning onto Alpine Drive, which the entrance to the lot is located on the driver side of the street. From there, we pick up across from where the middle road divider ends.

  • Stop #2 is at the corner of the intersection of Avenue A and Emma Koehler, across the street from the Pearl Stable Hall and Trek Bicycle.

  • Intersection of Alamo Plaza and East Commerce Street.

    Stop #1 is in front of the entrance to the Alamo Plaza Historic District, with trolleys staged in front of the Chipotle Mexican Grill Restaurant, across from the famous Torch of Friendship.

    Welcome Center Ticket Booth located at 111 Alamo Plaza

Using your ticket

You will recieve separate tickets for the Trolley Tour and the Go Rio Cruise and can use it on any day.

The Trolley Tour operates 9am-4pm. The last full tour departs at 4pm and returns at 5:30pm. Second Day FREE.

The Go Rio River Cruise runs 10am-10pm every 15-20 minutes. Tour lasts approximately 35 minutes.

Go Rio Departure locations:

Rivercenter: 809 E River Walk.

Historia: 706 River Walk.

Aztec: 731 River Walk.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%

Good to know

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

  • Service animals allowed

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

  • Wheelchair accessible

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • For accessibility transportation, please contact the company 24 hours in advance to arrange

  • Service animals are permitted. Emotional support animals and pets are not permitted

  • The Trolley Tour operates 9am-4pm. The last full tour departs at 4pm and returns at 5:30pm. Second Day FREE. The Go Rio River Cruise runs 10am-10pm every 15-20 minutes. Tour lasts approximately 35 minutes. You can use the Go Rio Ticket on any day. Go Rio Departure locations: Rivercenter: 809 E River Walk. Historia: 706 River Walk. Aztec: 731 River Walk.

Traveller ratings

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