San Antonio Limo Services & Rentals
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Limo in San Antonio: Luxury Limousine Service for Any Occasion
Luxury limousine service or party bus in San Antonio (TX) for every occasion, such as: airport ride
(SAT or another), birthday party, wedding, prom, excursion; night-on-the-town, corporate or group outing, concert,
sporting event, anniversary, bachelor party, bachelorette party, to and from cruise port, funeral, graduation,
holiday light tour, school dance and wine/private tour.
The following type of limo is usually available, depending upon location: luxury sedan & SUV,
stretch limo & SUV, van, mini-bus, motorcoach, antique, classic and trolley/carriage.
San Antonio’s easygoing Tex-Mex charm seems unusual for a city that is the 9th largest in the
United States. This vibrant yet laid-back city is a pleasant change of pace from the grandiose hustle and bustle of
Dallas or Houston. Though it is busy and crowded in the tourist season it doesn’t feel that way (so long as you’re
not in an automobile), and there’s no sense of urgency to enjoy the many attractions this wonderful city
offers.
Who can visit San Antonio and not go see Texas most famous historical landmark, the Alamo? The
original little quasi-fort that David Bowie and company defended against Santa Anna’s army is now an entire complex
dedicated to the memory of the defeat of said proto-Texan patriots. There are tours all day long, museums and gift
shops and high-definition films on the Alamo played at the landmarks new IMAX Theater.
No visitor to San Antonio should miss the lovely River Walk, or Paseo Del Rio. This stretch of
flood canal and its attending walkways, cantinas and shops are touristy but not intrusively so, just like most of
San Antonio. The River Walk sits well below street level, giving it a nice feeling of seclusion from the rest of
the city. Yanagua River Cruises allow visitors to see the whole thing by boat.
Kids will have plenty to shout about in San Antonio. Sea World San Antonio features the pods of
crowd-pleasing dolphins and Orcas everyone’s come to expect. If the kids want to get wet themselves then Splashtown
Water Park is what’s in order. Fun for the whole family can be had on the many rides at Six Flags Fiesta Texas,
only a short drive away from downtown San Antonio.
Sports fans in San Antonio have several interesting options. The San Antonio Spurs professional
basketball team calls the city home, for example. San Antonio contains a growing number of first-class golf courses
for visitors who want to hit the links. Other stripes of gamesmen will find excitement in the Horse Racing action
at Retama Park.
San Antonio has a number of interesting museums. The San Antonio Museum of Art houses a permanent
collection of Ancient Asian and Egyptian Art and the price of admission includes access to the next-door Nelson A
Rockefeller Center for Latin American Art, which focuses on Spanish Colonial Mexican and Pre-Columbian Art.
The Museo Americano is affiliated to the Smithsonian Institute and provides exhibits of Latino art,
history and culture. For modern American and European art there’s the excellent McNay Art Museum.
Music lovers will be pleased with the variety found in San Antonio. The Landing Jazz Club is the
place to go for polka; just kidding, they book jazz, and good jazz at that. If you’re in the mood for authentic
country-western then Far West Rodeo is a safe bet, and they have a dance hall and a mechanical bull for all you
extroverted types. If you just have to get your fix of barbershop style 4-part harmony then look up the outstanding
Alamo Metro Chorus.
There are many places to eat, drink and be merry in San Antonio. Italia Ristorante on the River
Walk is elegant, romantic and delicious, but not exactly cheap. La Fonda’s genuinely Mexican and genuinely tasty
dishes will fill you up without totally emptying your pockets. If you only have a few bucks to spend, take a look
at the Tip Top Café, which provides big portions of American fare at reasonable prices. For a brew, why not hit the
Esquire? They claim to have the longest bar in Texas, and in Texas they take these things seriously. Gay visitors
to San Antonio are sure to have a good time knocking back a few at the Saint.
The weather in San Antonio is nice pretty much year round, with some 300 odd days of sun a year.
Visitors may find themselves present for any number of the cities festival and celebrations, from the San Antonio
Stock Show & Rodeo at the SBC Center to the nine-day, every-body’s welcome party that is Fiesta San Antonio.
Visitors lucky enough to be in San Antonio for Christmas can experience the beautiful and moving La Posadas
procession, in which thousands of candle-bearing citizens make their way along the River Walk.
San Antonio is the location of San Fernando Cathedral, the oldest cathedral in the United
Stated.
There are accommodations at every price level in San Antonio, but the Menger Hotel, built in 1859,
is one of the coolest. Legend has it Gen. Lee rode his horse into the lobby. Every city has certain drawbacks, and
in San Antonio it’s the driving/parking situation. It’s absolutely bloody terrible. If your accommodations don’t
provide parking, then you can try your luck at the meters around Travis Park. Don’t hold your breath.
America’s 7th largest city offers not only historic sites and a wide range of cultural offerings,
but also a distinctly cosmopolitan feel. San Antonio, Texas, blends American, Mexican and European culture offering
visitors a unique atmosphere.
San Antonio boasts one of the most well known monuments in the country – the Alamo. This national
monument is the site of a heroic standoff during the war against Mexico in 1836 in which Davy Crockett, along with
a handful of soldiers, defended the tiny fort against the Mexican army.
On thing that surprises first time visitors to the Alamo is how small it is. Despite its size, the
site has a great deal to see - the Alamo complex includes the soldier’s barracks, a small museum and the mission
church.
There’s also a research facility and a pleasant and peaceful garden, which makes a nice place to
relax away from the hustle and bustle of the nearby city. The Alamo trolley leaves regularly from here, offering a
relaxing sightseeing option.
The Alamo was originally one of five missions that were located throughout the city to help convert
the local Indian population to Christianity. You can visit all five missions by following the five mile mission
trail, although if you only have time to visit one, it should be the San Jose mission – also the largest.
The complex of beautiful buildings provides an excellent overview of life in a mission community,
complete with quarters for the Indians, mill and granary. The mission visitor’s center is located here too, and the
church offers mariachi masses every Sunday at noon – an experience not to be missed.
One of the most unique ways to explore the city is of course by foot along the city’s well known
Riverwalk – or Paseo del Rio. Today, it’s hard to believe that the city actually wanted to pave over the river
after the devastating 1921 floods, until architect Robert Hugman unveiled the plan that would eventually lead to
the creation of the city’s famous Riverwalk.
The paved riverbank stretches for over 2 miles through the heart of the city, shaded by cypresses
and oaks. Parts of the Riverwalk around South Bank and River Square are lined with shops, restaurants and bars –
and the festive atmosphere is often added to by street entertainers. Try strolling the Riverwalk at night for a
more relaxing – and romantic – experience.
One way to travel south of the border without your passport is to visit the city’s colorful Market
Square area. Indoor and outdoor stalls sell everything from Mexican crafts and clothes to edible delicacies. You’ll
almost certainly be serenaded by some strolling mariachis if you sit down here to eat.
San Antonio is very much a city of neighborhoods and there are a couple of colorful areas close to
downtown. German immigrants settled in the area of town known as King William, named after Kaiser Wilhelm of
Prussia. Today, the ornate and beautiful mansions that they built are still there and the pleasant tree-lined
streets make a good place to stroll.
Several of the mansions have been turned into distinctive B&Bs and a couple of other homes are
sometimes open to the public. There are also a couple of small museums in the area – the Guenther House and the
Steves Homestead Museum. And if you want to sample more beer and bratwurst, take a day trip to the hill country of
Texas with its German sounding towns such as Fredericksburg and New Braunfels.
The other neighborhood close to downtown that shouldn’t be missed is the La Villita area, now a
historic district. This area was originally settled by Europeans, however today it resembles a Mexican or Spanish
village and offers shady patios, plazas and plenty of shopping in its galleries, craft shops and boutiques.
San Antonio offers some excellent museums. The Museum of Art offers a wide-ranging collection of
Greek, Egyptian and Asian art – although one of the highlights is the impressive collection of Latin American art
in the Rockefeller Center – supposedly the biggest and best in the country.
Children enjoy the San Antonio Children’s Museum with its kid-friendly exhibits offering an
overview of the city and its culture. There’s even a miniature version of the Riverwalk. More local color can be
found at the Southwest School of Art and Craft. Here you can purchase works by local artists and escape from the
noise of the city while you wander through the peaceful gardens.
San Antonio offers the visitor the best of both worlds – all the facilities of a large city, but
with a unique and vibrant culture, making it one of the country’s most fascinating destinations. Rent a limo
in San Antonio (TX)!
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