San Antonio

15 Best River Walk Cruises

The River Walk by barge: narrated loops under the cypress and bridges, evening runs when the lights take over and the city’s living room from its proper level. The river made San Antonio; the cruise is the thirty-five-minute thesis.

1.San Antonio: River Walk Cruise Ticket

Discover San Antonio's charm on a scenic 35-minute River Walk cruise with expert guides, stunning views, and authentic sights—ideal for all visitors.

Most Popular★ 4.6

“River Walk Cruise at Christmas time. BEAUTIFUL!! Ride was very nice. The boat driver was fantastic. A SanAntonio encyclopedia of information. Everyone on the boat enjoyed him.”

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2.Scenic San Antonio Small Group Night Tour w/Riverwalk Boat Cruise

Discover San Antonio's illuminated skyline, scenic River Walk cruise, and historic sights on a small-group night tour, including Tower of the Americas access.

★ 4.5

“It was a small group of 5 of us and Sasha our tour guide was amazing and very knowledgeable. The River cruise was my favorite.”

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3.San Antonio Premium City Tour with Alamo & River Walk Cruise

Explore San Antonio's top sights on a 4-hour guided tour including the Alamo, Mission San José, Tower of the Americas, and a scenic River Walk cruise.

★ 4.6

“Nancy was a very enthusiastic, knowledgeable and very friendly humorous guide. By the way, she knew her stuff which we found jaw dropping at times! 😁”

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4.San Antonio: Premium Night Driving Tour with River Cruise

Discover San Antonio at night with a guided tour including Tower of the Americas, River Walk cruise, and illuminated city sights—all in just 3 hours.

★ 4.7

“This tour was so enlightening. Seeing the sunset from the tower was just beautiful. Adam was so informative. You could tell that he really loved his city. And seeing the river at night, all lit up, made the river cruise magical.”

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5.San Antonio Small Group Walking Tour with Riverwalk Boat Cruise

Discover San Antonio on a small-group walking tour with a river cruise, historic landmarks, and panoramic views at the Tower of the Americas for authentic sightseeing.

★ 4.5

“From the get go I felt that we were going to have a great experience. There was a mix up but Dylan from Seascape took care of us & it was better than what we expected. The tour added a mission that helped explain the…”

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6.San Antonio Trolley and Go Rio Riverwalk Cruise Combo

Discover San Antonio with this 2-day trolley and river cruise combo. Explore 12 stops, enjoy a narrated river cruise, and see the city's highlights at your pace.

★ 4.5

“Always love the bus tours. Good way to see the city. Tour guide had done good information and some cute stories. Just wish it ran longer hours. The river cruise is a must and a favorite”

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8.San Antonio Small Group Tour with Cruise & Tower of Americas

Discover San Antonio’s highlights with this small-group tour including the Alamo, River Walk cruise, La Villita, San Fernando Cathedral, and the Tower of the Americas in just four hours.

★ 4.7

“The guide was lovely, he was so friendly and very knowledgeable. He made the whole tour pleasurable and very informative”

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9.San Antonio River Walk Food Tour

Discover San Antonio’s vibrant River Walk through a guided food tour featuring local flavors, history, and authentic bites—all in just 3 hours.

★ 4.4

“Dylan gave history and encouraged questions about what to see during the rest of our stay. The food was substantial but easy to leave some so we didn’t overstuff ourselves. There was just enough walking to feel like we were exercising but not strenuous.”

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10.Outdoor Escape Room in San Antonio – the River Walk

Discover San Antonio's River Walk through a 2-hour outdoor escape adventure, combining puzzles, clues, and city exploring for a unique urban experience.

★ 4.0

“My wife and our two teen daughters (19 and 15) really enjoyed the escape game. We’re escape room enthusiasts (having completed at least 15 rooms), and we were visiting from Philadelphia. This game felt very similar in spirit to a high-quality escape room experience. It…”

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11.San Antonio Riverwalk Tour with Cruise

Discover San Antonio's highlights on this engaging tour, including a guided walk, historic sites, vibrant La Villita, and a scenic river cruise for just $49.

★ 5.0

“Austin was our tour guide. He was so much fun and had tons of information on Texas and it's rich history. Really took his time to show us around. Enjoyed every moment!”

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12.Private Downtown San Antonio and The River Walk Secret Food Tour

Discover San Antonio’s culinary secrets on a private 3-hour tour through downtown, sampling authentic Tex-Mex, handmade treats, and exploring historic landmarks.

★ 5.0

“Excellent food and walk. We would prefer that the guide is able to enjoy our bites with us. It is very odd as to be eating and the guy not able to. Private is awesome.”

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14.San Antonio Night Sightseeing Tour+Riverwalk Boat Cruise & Tower

Discover San Antonio at night with this 3-hour tour featuring panoramic views from the Tower of the Americas, a scenic River Walk cruise, and downtown sights.

★ 4.0

“We had the absolute best experience with Sam! He was knowledgeable and so fun. He made it so memorable…We saw so, so much. I highly recommend this tour and especially Sam! Thank you”

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