TRAVEL PLANNING
GETTING AROUND DOWNTOWN OPEN-AIR STREETCARS
Authentic reproductions of those that traveled the streets of San Antonio more than 50 years ago, streetcars make it easy to get to top attractions like the Alamo, the Spanish Governor’s Palace, La Villita and the KingWilliamHistoric District. The downtown streetcar station at Convention Plaza provides convenient access for travelers. Stop by the San Antonio CVB booth located in the SWVS Registration Area. When you get in town, pick up a streetcar brochure in your hotel lobby. All four streetcar routes connect you to the Henry B. González Convention Center. TAXI In the downtown area, there is a minimum charge of $5. Two to six people ride for the price of one. Uber and Lyft are also available for getting around San Antonio. RIVER TAXI The River Taxi stops at 40 locations on the River Walk. This is a unique way to get from place to place and sightsee along the river. Drivers have tickets on board, or you may purchase them at any ticket location. THE SIGHTSEER SPECIAL BUS The Sightseer Special (Bus 7) runs daily between the city’s favorite top sites. You can travel to them all for one price. Locations include Henry B. González Convention Center, Alamo, River Walk Streetcar Station, San Antonio Museum of Art, Japanese Tea Garden, Brackenridge Park, San Antonio Zoo, Trinity University, University of IncarnateWord, Witte Museum and San Antonio Botanical Garden. For more information on getting around San Antonio and downtown San Antonio, visit www.swvs.org and www.visitsanantonio.com .
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Get the best deal with a VIA Day Pass that lets you ride all day for just $2.75. Passes are available on the bus or on the new VIA goMobile App, and can be used with any regular VIA bus service.
Bus Fare
$1.30 single trip, $2.75 unlimited Day Pass. Reduced fares for seniors, children under age 5, active-duty military, and students are available.
For more information on getting around San Antonio and downtown San Antonio, see www.swvs.org and www.visitsanantonio.com.
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