The River Walk along the San Antonio River has become the city’s number one tourist attraction, and it is custom made for walking. USA visitors and international enthusiasts alike find that few other American cities have such a beautifully laid out pedestrian attraction right in the downtown area. Located twenty feet (six metres) below street level, the River Walk feels like a world apart from the bustling city. Here you can see lovely fountains and picturesque bridges, and listen to mariachi bands. The River Walk grew out of a flood control project that was conceived of in 1921, and completed in 1941. Smart planning and imaginative design have turned it into San Antonio’s jewel.

It’s a relaxing introduction to San Antonio that gives your feet a break before your main walk begins. Then visit the Aztec Theatre, a wonderfully restored monument to the Roaring Twenties. A short stroll will take you to the H.B. Ganzalez Convention Centre and HemisFair Park. At the open-air Arneson River Theatre, the river runs serenely between the audience and the stage. Be sure to see the statue of St. Anthony, the city’s patron saint, created by the sculptor Leonardo de Almeida. Bowen’s Island is a great place to stop for a quiet break. The Rivercenter Mall, with more than 125 stores and eating places, is the best place for shopping. For great live music, go to the venue called the Landing. All of this is within easy reach of the River Walk.

Nobody who is walking USA’s San Antonio could complete their holiday without making a detour to see the Alamo. The shrine to Texas independence is in the heart of San Antonio, and just a few steps from the River Walk. The chapel and adjacent barracks are all that remain of the larger mission compound that was turned into a fort. Here, on the morning of March 6, 1836, a small garrison led by William Barret Travis, James Bowie and David Crockett, fought to the last man against the overwhelming forces of Mexican dictator General Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna. The site is now a museum, where among other things you can see a superb short film about the battle. Across the road is the Alamo Cenotaph, a sixty-foot (18 metre) memorial to the men who died that day.

Celebrate New Years Eve in San Antonio Texas. There is live free entertainment along with great food, drinks and music. There are activities for children and adults alike on South Alamo Street between Market and Durango from 6PM until 12:30AM. There is something for everyone scheduled simultaneously ending with a huge fireworks extravaganza showcasing the Tower of Americas happening at midnight.

There is a special childrens area in La Villita which is a historical arts village in the heart of downtown. La Villita has artisans, craftsmen, quaint boutiques, food and special boutiques specializing in all kinds of childrens gifts and apparel. New Years Eve LaVillita will come alive and be open for children with games, carnival rides and more. For adults there will be 4 stages of live music and entertainment along with over 50 booths for food and drink. This huge fiesta is the largest free venue for New Years Eve in the state of Texas and attracts over 250,000 visitors each year.

Bud Light Main Stage (at the entrance of Hemis Fair) Reccluse performing at 6L3oPm, followed by Evolution at 9:00PM and concluding with Roland J and the All Gringo Stars at 9:45PM. Rio San Antonio Cruises located at Market and Alamo will feature pop and rock music and entertainment featuring the Rhythm Kings and 6:30OM followed by Philo Beddoe at 9:30PM. On the International Stage located at Maverick Plaza featured will be Xtremo at 6:30PM followed at 9:30PM by Artie V y Grupo Slave

For families there is the HEB Family Stage located at Arneson River Theatre and will feature ongoing performances by Miss San Antonio 2010, Krystal Diaz; Danza Vida, Flamenco, Folklorico;2008 NCAA Texas Dance Champion Breanne Ashley; Innercity with Style Performing Group, Directed by Linda Aguila and finally the Eternal Flame Youth Band. San Antonio’s Riverwalk is a beautiful area in which to spend New Years Eve and ring in 2010. There are bountiful lights, a winding river bordered by magnificent spanish architecture and thousands of people to share a once in a lifetime moment.