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"Paseo del Rio" What does it mean?
In Spanish translation, It means literally "Walk of the River".
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Is there a cost to visit the River Walk?
Absolutely not! The River Walk is maintained by the San Antonio Parks & Recreation Dept. and cosidered a public park!
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Who drains the River Walk each year, and when is it done?
In January the City of San Antonio Parks Dept. drains the River. You can visit www.sanantonio.gov/dtops/riverdrain.asp for more info.
Here is a list of dates set for future draining:
2008: Jan. 2-9
2009: Jan. 2-9
2010: Jan. 3-12
2011: Jan. 3-11
2012: Jan. 2-8
2013: Jan. 2-10.
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What's the weather like in San Antonio?
You can get detailed climate reports at www.weather.com
On Average.
----------Daily Maxium-----Daily Minimum---------Rainfall
Jan-------62.3--------41.6------------------------1.66
Feb-------66.1--------44.7------------------------2.06
Mar-------72.4--------49.6------------------------1.54
Apr-------78.8--------57.6------------------------2.54
May-------85.2--------65.4------------------------3.07
Jun-------91.6--------72.2------------------------2.79
Jul-------95.6--------73.9------------------------1.69
Aug-------95.9--------73.4------------------------2.41
Sept------89.8--------68.8------------------------3.71
Oct-------81.1--------59.2------------------------2.84
Nov-------71.1--------48.2------------------------1.77
Dec-------64.6--------41.8------------------------1.46
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How can I get info on a boat ride?
Rio San Antonio Cruisesoffers boat tours. You can purchase boat tickets at the Rivercenter Mall, directly across from the Hilton. Just visit the Reservation Center, or call toll free 1-800-417-4139 www.riosanantonio.com
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How much does a boat ride cost?
Here are current fares:
Children (1-5 yrs old) $2.00
Adults $7.75
Senior Citizens, Active Duty Military & Bexar County Residents (with proper ID) $5.00
Rio Taxi (Rio Trans) tickets are $4.00 one way, 24 hour pass $10.00 and 3 day pass $25.00.
www.riosanantonio.com
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What hours does the boat ride operate?
9:00 am - 9:00 pm. Call the reservations office at 1-800-417-4139 or visit www.riosanantonio.com
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Approximately how long are the boat rides?
This is a 35-minute narrated tour taking you through the beautiful San Antonio River.
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Is there a wedding spot on the River Walk?
Absolutely! Marriage Island is located directly across from the CPS building. Contact the City of San Antonio Parks and Recreation Department to request Reservations & Fees at 210-207-7275.
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Where exactly does the San Antonio river end?
The San Antonio joins the Guadalupe River and continues all the way down to the Gulf of Mexico.
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Is there a river taxi?
The company that offers boat rides also offers a shuttle service minus the tour. Its available 7 days a week during the same times as the boat tours. You can purchase tickets at various hotels located on the River Walk, as well as right on board from the driver. www.riosanantonio.com
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For More information visit: www.thesanantonioriverwalk.com
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