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Sunrise

Sunrise at the River Walk

Catch the golden light on the water before the city wakes up.

Best time: 15 JanuaryAbout 90 min

Timeline

  1. 06:44

    Mi Tierra Cafe & Bakery

    Grab a quick coffee and a sweet breakfast pastry. Mi Tierra is open 24/7, so you can start here before heading to the water.

  2. 07:14

    Southwest School of Art & Craft

    Walk to the Southwest School of Art & Craft. The Ursuline Campus backs up to the River Walk. Find the path that leads down to the water's edge near the school.

  3. 07:29

    Southwest School of Art & Craft

    Stand by the riverbank near the school. At 07:29, the sun breaks over the horizon toward the WSW, casting long, golden reflections on the water.

  4. 07:59

    Schilo's Deli

    Head to Schilo's Deli for a proper Texas breakfast. It opens at 07:00, so you will be seated and eating while the morning light is still soft. Try the Split Pea Soup or their German specialties.

Local tip

The River Walk can be chilly in the morning. Bring a jacket.

Check before you go

  • Mi Tierra Cafe & Bakery is open 24/7.
  • Schilo's Deli opens at 07:00 daily.

Worth knowing

  • Schilo's Deli is open at 07:59 only on Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to San Antonio (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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