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The AlamovsSan Antonio River Walk
Both are rated very highly by expert writers. On balance, The Alamo ranks slightly higher than River Walk. The Alamo scores 96 with recommendations from 6 sources including Frommer's, Afar Magazine and Where.
The Alamo
Fodor's
Lonely Planet
Afar Magazine
Michelin Guide
Where
U.S. News & World Report
Frommer's
300 Alamo Plaza, San Antonio, TX 78205
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Fodor's "At the heart of San Antonio, this one-time Franciscan mission stands as a repository of Texas history, a monument to the 189 Texan volunteers who fought and died here." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Find out why the story of the Alamo can rouse a Texan’s sense of state pride like few other things." Full review
Afar Magazine "It's free to visit this iconic landmark, and the exhibits provide some interesting historic and cultural information." Full review
Michelin Guide 3 Stars
"The symbolic "Cradle of Texas Liberty" fronts a busy plaza in the heart of downtown." Full review
Where "Without a doubt the most popular landmark attraction in San Antonio and a true testament to heroism." Full review
U.S. News & World Report2.0
"The Alamo stands as a tribute to these men, displaying artifacts belonging to some of the Alamo's most famous defenders...where a small museum and research library offer further insight into the siege" Full review
Frommer's "San Antonio's most famous of its five missions is just a little limestone church surrounded by well-tended gardens, a few outlying buildings, and a brave but tragic past." Full review
San Antonio River Walk Fodor's Frommer's Lonely Planet Michelin Guide Michelin Guide U.S. News & World Report
100 Villita, San Antonio, TX 78205
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Fodor's "The Paseo del Rio is the city's (and the state's) leading tourist attraction." Full review
Frommer's "Below the streets of downtown San Antonio lies another world, alternately soothing and exhilarating, depending on where you venture." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"A little slice of Europe in the heart of downtown San Antonio, the River Walk is an essential part of the San Antonio experience." Full review
Michelin Guide 3 Stars
"This verdant promenade meanders below street level through 2.5mi of downtown, weaving along both banks of... the slow-flowing San Antonio River." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"This verdant promenade meanders below street level through 2.5mi of downtown... sidewalk cafes, small shops and nightclubs are wedged between the arched bridges of this cypress-shaded walkway." Full review
U.S. News & World Report4.0
"Flanking the River Walk are dozens of restaurants, boutique hotels and sidewalk cafes shaded by colorful umbrellas, and street performers often fill the air with mariachi music." Full review
