Transport your taste buds to Argentina’s cuisine without leaving San Antonio at Dorrego’s where short-rib ravioli, duck empanadas, grilled cuts of pork and beef, flame-roasted Argentinian provolone, grilled prawns in saffron-tomato jus, hearts of palm salad and a sausage baguette await you. In case you’re too full to go too far, stay in a comfy room and enjoy an in-room spa and make it a stay to remember at Hotel Valencia.
The Alamo is a global cultural icon, a Spanish mission of worldwide importance, and 300 years of Texas history brought to life. Choose the one-hour Battlefield Tour, where you’ll be able to walk in the footsteps of heroes. Enjoy hands-on demonstrations of daily life in the 1830s. Get up close to the stunning artifacts and learn about their history. Walk among the legends in the Calvary Courtyard, where six beautifully sculpted statues convey humanity and heroism. See the 16 Pounder Cannon that is newly conserved and mounted proudly on a replica of the 1830s gun carriage. Stroll through the lush gardens and cool off in the shade of the oak trees during your visit. Discover the Jewel of Texas Heritage that has captured the world’s attention for generations.
San Fernando Cathedral is the oldest standing church in Texas, where the atmosphere is lively and welcoming. Gaze at the breathtaking architecture, its twin steeples, and the historical icons and objects inside where you can say a prayer for loved ones. You can also join in on Mass which is spoken in Spanish and English and held throughout the week.
Experience the San Antonio Beer Festival that guests have loved for almost two decades, where they showcase 400+ premium and craft beers from 100+ breweries. This festival is jam-packed with unique casks, one-of-a-kind collaborations, and your favorite porters, stouts, pilsners, ales, wheat, sours, Belgians, ciders, and lagers, to name a few. Beyond beer, the San Antonio Beer Festival features music, games, wines, ciders, food trucks, food booths, local vendors, and more.