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Slip on your running or walking shoes and explore San Antonio on one of the scenic routes weve
created especially for you! Along the way, youll see some of the citys most recognizable landmarks, both historic and contemporary. Weve designed short courses as well as more ambitious routes to give you several options. Be sure to dress appropriately for the weather, use sunscreen and take a water bottle. Youll find parks with shady spots for resting and youll encounter plenty of restaurants should you need to stop and re-fuel. The highlights youll pass on each route are listed below. For more information about any of the sites, including maps and brochures, please visit the San Antonio Visitor Center at 317 Alamo Plaza.
For additional information, contact:
San Antonio Parks & Recreation 114 West Commerce, Suite 1006 San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 207-6124 www.sanantonio.gov/sapar/ San Antonio Convention &Visitors Bureau 203 S. St. Marys St., Suite 200 San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 207-6700 visitsanantonio.com Office of Environmental Policy 111 Soledad, Suite 725 San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 207-6321 www.sanantonio.gov/sabikes www.gis.sanantonio.gov/oep/ bike/index.html

San Antonio B - Cycle www.sanantonio.bcycle.com

Funded in part with grants through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act

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This route begins near the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center, winds past the Alamo, and encompasses artsy Southtown and the treelined King William Historic District. It offers an intriguing blend of both urban and residential areas. Rivercenter MallOpened in 1988; features stores, restaurants, IMAX theater and more The AlamoSpanish mission, construction began in 1724, site of the legendary 1836 battle Emily Morgan HotelOriginally the Medical Arts Building, 1924
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Blue Star Arts ComplexHistoric warehouse buildings featuringFairchild galleries, a bike shop, Park restaurants and more Steves Homestead MuseumThree-story French Second Empire-style residence built in 1876
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Villa FinaleThe first National Trust Historic Site in Texas, construction began in1876 (opens Fall 2010) King William ParkCommunity park in the center of the neighborhood showcasing late 1800s mansions

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Historic Menger HotelBuilt in 1859 by German beer maker William Menger The Torch of Friendship65 ft. tall, enameled, Dignowity bright red sculpture by Sebastin, given to the Park city by the government of Mexico La Villita Historic Arts VillageSan Antonios first settlement, early 1800s, shopping opportunities
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The Downtown/Southtown Route passes by the Steves Homestead Museum, a three-story residence built in 1876.
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Make your way along the newest section of the River Walk, an urban river park beginning at the Lexington Ave. Bridge and continuing 1.3 miles to the newly renovated Pearl Brewery complex. The new Museum Reach features native landscaping and dazzling public art installations. Brooklyn Ave. Lock and DamTwo independent lock chambers for river barges, each holding 40,000 gallons of water when filled San Antonio Museum of ArtHoused in the historic 1892 Lone Star Brewery complex; renowned for superior collection of Latin American art and Greek, Roman and Egyptian antiquities Pearl BreweryEstablished as a brewery in 1883, the complex is now an exciting culinary, commercial and residential development
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Metro Health to Lexington Out & Back

Newly renovated Main Plaza offers a public gathering place for cultural events (and provides public restrooms). From there, youll enter the famed River Walk, where youll enjoy the shade from the lush, tropical vegetation lining the river banks. The Lexington Ave. Bridge marks the end of your journey.
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This easy, scenic run begins at San Antonios Metropolitan Health District, 332 W. Commerce, passing: Spanish Governors Palace, a National Historic Landmark built in the 18th century. San Fernando Cathedral, founded in 1731 and the oldest, continuously functioning religious community in Texas.
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The Spanish Governors Palace, reopened in 2010, once housed the officials of the Spanish Province of Texas.

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The River Walk winds along the San Antonio River downtown, one story below the bustling street level.
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The River Walk Expansion links the downtown stretch to the San Antonio Museum of Art and the Pearl Brewery.
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With the Alamo as your starting base, youll Witte Museum venture through the heart of the downtown business district on Commerce St.
Once you make a loop around Rivercenter Mall, head west on Commerce till you pass Mahncke Park the Aztec Theater, which opened in 1926 and was recently renovated. Here you will turn right onto St. Marys St. Stay on St. Marys St. for quite some time. Eventually you will pass the Southwest School of Art which is housed in the former Ursuline Academy, San Antonios first school for girls, built in 1851. As you pass the intersection of St. Marys and Josephine, you will see a variety of diverse commercial areas including several blocks of popular resturants, coffee shops and bars. Your destination is Brackenridge Park , home of the Japanese Tea Gardens and San Antonio Zoo as well as additional running / walking trails.

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Brackenridge Park encompasses the Japanese Tea Gardens (above) and the San Antonio Zoo.

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The San Antonio Zoo Eagle offers a nostalgic ride through Brackenridge Park.

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San Antonio Highlights Route

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You will get to see a lot of downtown attractions on this loop. Begin at Main Plaza, in front of San Fernando Cathedral.
Head north on Main Ave. , right on Pecan towards Travis Park which was named for Alamo defender Col. William Barrett Travis. Head towards Houston Street where you will pass the Buckhorn Saloon and Museum plus run along the side of the Alamo. Following the route make your way pass Rivercenter Mall and the Henry B. Gonzalez
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Convention Center. Enjoy the view of the Tower of the Americas as you run through HemisFair Park.
After passing La Villita Historic Arts Village, head down to river level to enjoy a scenic stretch of the River Walk. Now you are heading into the King William Historic District where you can enjoy tree-shaded streets and Victorian mansions. Once you make your loop in King William, you will head back to Main Plaza to cool down and stretch.

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Public restrooms are available at Main Plaza, Market Square, La Villita and Rivercenter Mall.

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HemisFair Park was built to host the 1968 Worlds Fair and is home to the famous Tower of the Americas.

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