Hemisfair Park, San Antonio

Name: Hemisfair Park
Address: 434 S Alamo St, San Antonio, 78205-3202, United States
Telephone: +1 210-709-4750

#127 among attractions in San Antonio

Park, Relax in park, Music venue

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Facts and practical information

HemisFair '68 was the official 1968 World's Fair held in San Antonio, Texas, from April 6 through October 6, 1968. The theme of the fair was "The Confluence of Civilizations in the Americas", celebrating the many nations which settled the region. The fair was held in 1968 to coincide with the 250th anniversary of the founding of San Antonio in 1718. More than thirty nations and fifteen corporations hosted pavilions at the fair. ()

Alternative names: Opened: 6 April 1968 (56 years ago)Elevation: 656 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 29°25'10"N, 98°29'3"W

Address

434 S Alamo StCentral City (Downtown San Antonio)San Antonio 78205-3202 United States

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+1 210-709-4750

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Hemisfair Park – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: The Alamo, Institute of Texan Cultures, Tower of the Americas, Alamodome.

0.4 miN
Legendary fort and Texas-history museum
The Alamo, San Antonio
12 min walk • The Alamo, a historic Spanish mission and fortress compound, is a revered landmark nestled in the heart of San Antonio, Texas. Known primarily for the pivotal 1836 Battle of the Alamo during the Texas Revolution, this site symbolizes the heroic resistance of a small...
~1170 ftSE
Museum, History museum, Art museum
Institute of Texan Cultures, San Antonio
6 min walk • The Institute of Texan Cultures is a vibrant cultural center nestled in the heart of San Antonio, Texas. Established as part of the 1968 World’s Fair, this institute is dedicated to celebrating the rich tapestry of cultures that have shaped the state of Texas.
~220 ftSE
Observation decks and towers, Architecture, Civic center
Tower of the Americas, San Antonio
2 min walk • Rising majestically above the skyline of San Antonio, Texas, the Tower of the Americas is a testament to both the city's rich history and its modern vibrancy. This iconic tower, standing at a proud height of 750 feet (229 meters), was built in 1968 for the HemisFair...
~1920 ftSE
Sport venue, Sport, Sport complex
Alamodome, San Antonio
10 min walk • The Alamodome is a 64,000-seat domed indoor multi-purpose stadium in San Antonio, Texas. It is located on the southeastern fringe of downtown San Antonio. The facility opened on May 15, 1993, having been constructed at a cost of $186 million.
~1910 ftN
Shopping, Shopping centre
Shops at Rivercenter, San Antonio
10 min walk • The Shops at Rivercenter is a shopping mall located in Downtown San Antonio, Texas, United States along the city's River Walk. The anchor stores are H&M, Macy's and AMC Theatres. It also includes a 38-story, 1,001-room Marriott hotel. It was purchased in 2005 by Ashkenazy Acquisition Corporation. The landmark 1871 St.
0.6 miNW
Museum, Specialty museum, Natural history museum
Buckhorn Saloon and Museum, San Antonio
15 min walk • The Buckhorn Saloon & Museum is a privately run museum located at 318 E. Houston Street in Downtown San Antonio, Texas, U.S. Originally privately owned by Albert Friedrich, the Buckhorn became a tourist attraction for its unique collections. Theodore Roosevelt and his Rough Riders were reputed to frequent the establishment.
~1830 ftNW
Monuments and statues, Sculpture
La Antorcha de la Amistad, San Antonio
9 min walk • La Antorcha de la Amistad is a monumental abstract sculpture by Mexican sculptor Sebastián, installed in Downtown San Antonio, in the U.S. state of Texas.
0.6 miNW
Theater, Concerts and shows, Performing arts
Majestic Theatre, San Antonio
16 min walk • The Majestic Theatre is San Antonio's oldest and largest atmospheric theatre. The theatre seats 2,264 people and was designed by architect John Eberson, for Karl Hoblitzelle's Interstate Theatres in 1929.
~1720 ftNW
Church
St. Joseph Catholic Church, San Antonio
9 min walk • The St. Joseph Catholic Church is a Roman Catholic parish church in the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of San Antonio, located at 623 East Commerce Street in downtown San Antonio, Texas, United States. The Gothic Revival house of worship was the fourth Catholic parish in the city.
0.5 miN
Memorial
Alamo Cenotaph, San Antonio
13 min walk • The Alamo Cenotaph, also known as The Spirit of Sacrifice, is a monument in San Antonio, Texas, United States, commemorating the Battle of the Alamo of the Texas Revolution, which was fought at the adjacent Alamo Mission.
~1790 ftNW
Concerts and shows, Theater, Dance studio
Arneson River Theater, San Antonio
9 min walk • Arneson River Theatre is an outdoor performance theater located on the San Antonio River Walk in the U.S. state of Texas. The open-air venue was erected 1939-1941 by the Works Progress Administration. The design was supervised by architect Robert H.H. Hugman. It is named after Edwin P.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Hemisfair Park?

Nearby attractions include Tower of the Americas, San Antonio (2 min walk), Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center, San Antonio (3 min walk), Institute of Texan Cultures, San Antonio (6 min walk), La Villita, San Antonio (8 min walk).

How to get to Hemisfair Park by public transport?

The nearest stations to Hemisfair Park:

Bus

Robert Thompson Transit Station (9 min walk)
San Antonio Greyhound Station (20 min walk)

Train

San Antonio (10 min walk)