GO RIO River Cruises

Winding through downtown San Antonio, the world-famous River Walk is one of the most famous attractions in Texas. Rock walkways and bridges lead to an abundance of bustling restaurants, picturesque structures, and historic sites. While you can walk through much of it, why not see it all in style on a River Walk boat tour with GO RIO River Cruises?

Available throughout the year, these excursions take you to some of the most interesting places in the River Walk area. Along the way, you’ll learn a thing or two about San Antonio’s culture and history. Find out more about the GO RIO River Cruises’ tours below, and plan your next adventure in downtown San Antonio today.

Narrated Tours

GO RIO’s narrated tours take you to some of the most significant historical sites in downtown San Antonio, including the city’s first neighborhood (La Villita), Old Mill Crossing, and past many architectural wonders. Throughout the 35-minute journey, you’ll also learn about the American, German, and Mexican cultures that helped transform the Alamo City into what it is today. Tickets for the narrated tours are available on GO RIO’s website. 

Adults: $14.50
Local Bexar County Resident: $12.50
Military: $11.50
Seniors (65+): $11.50
Children (1 – 5): $8.50

Shuttle Service

Get around the San Antonio River Walk in style when you catch a GO RIO shuttle. These boats circulate throughout the area, picking riders up and dropping them off wherever there is a GO RIO Shuttle sign. Go from one attraction to another, then hop on the boat for a relaxing ride to your next destination on the River Walk. Tickets are available on the boat or at any GO RIO ticket booth.

Non-Tour Shuttle Ticket
1-day and 3-day Pass: $20.50

Ticket prices are subject to change. Please check GO RIO River Cruises’ website for up-to-date prices and to book your next tour.

GO RIO Cruises is open year-round, weather permitting. 

Narrated Cruises:
Operating Daily 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.

River Shuttles:
Operating Daily 12 p.m. - 8 p.m.

Shuttle hours and narrated tours may have modified summer schedules. See the most current schedule here.