Also, in the area are some amazing natural formations well worth the time to visit.
Longhorn cavern
Natural Bridge cavern
Caves of Sonora
Cave without a Name
The Church, or "Shrine", has become the most recognizable structure on the Alamo grounds. Originally a Spanish mission church (1755-1793), it later played a vital role in the 1836 Battle of the Alamo. Some traces from the battle still exist but changes to the structure reflect its later role as a U.S. Army Quartermaster Depot warehouse and eventually a memorial to the Alamo Defenders.
A truly iconic part of the San Antonio cityscape, the River Walk is one of the most-visited tourist hotspots in the Lone Star State. Brimming with shops, eateries, bars, galleries, and museums, this sprawling, 15-mile network of walkways runs along the banks of the San Antonio River and provides easy access to some of the city’s best historical sites, food and drink destinations, and noteworthy attractions. Here’s where to eat, drink, and shop on the River Walk, as well as helpful tips for parking and other must-know info.