San Antonio Sparkles for the Holidays
San Antonio is clearly one of the stars of Texas. It blends history with modern attractions, one-of-a-kind events, and the best restaurants. This is always a must-visit city, but especially during Christmas. So, pack your bags for some big holiday fun. Here are a few of my top picks.
Holidays on Houston Street Market is a new Christmas festival back for the second year. This is San Antonio’s rendition of a European Christmas Market and runs Dec. 13-15, 2024. Last year, we enjoyed curated artisan crafts, delicious holiday food and drinks, Christmas Carolers’ music, and strolling entertainers. San Antonio was sparkling with thousands of twinkling Christmas lights and festive decorations. This Christmas event covers over five blocks of Houston Street, all the way to the Alamo. It could not be more beautiful with all the holiday festivities’ sights, smells,
and sounds.
While in downtown San Antonio, stop by the San Fernando Cathedral. This beautiful cathedral is one of the oldest in Texas and is a significant part of the city’s religious and cultural life. Every evening, you can experience ‘The Saga,’ a fascinating type of laser light show that is choreographed to music. This art installation projection covers 7,000 square feet, the entire front façade of the San Fernando Cathedral. It’s free and runs every half hour.
The legendary River Walk is always special, but it’s absolutely magical during the holidays. At Christmas, a spectacular display of over 100,000 colorful lights hangs throughout the massive cypress trees that line the River Walk. There are countless cafes and restaurant options along the bank of the River Walk, or you can try a dinner cruise as we did with Go Rio. It’s one of our favorite and most memorable dining experiences ever.
The Omni La Mansion del Rio is a perfect place to stay in downtown San Antonio during the holidays. It’s nestled along the historic River Walk and blends Spanish colonial architecture and European style for an unforgettable retreat. Ideally situated, you can easily explore all of San Antonio’s extensive range of tourist attractions. The hotel’s luxury guest rooms and suites celebrate the romance and history of the River Walk in picturesque San Antonio.
What a great way to celebrate and kick off the Christmas Holidays! Pack your excitement and prepare for an experience that will leave you breathless. San Antonio is your passport to an unforgettable holiday experience.
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