Photographer: J. Griffis Smith

One level below the downtown streets, the popular Paseo del Rio (River Walk) is edged by hotels, art and gift shops, restaurants and sidewalk cafes, boutiques, and live music. Half-hour scenic riverboat cruises (fee). River Walk access from various locations including Rivercenter Mall lagoon, and city streets including South Alamo, Losoya, Presa, Navarro, St. Mary's, Market, Commerce and Crockett.