About this experience
On our Secret Food Tour: San Antonio, you'll discover a picturesque foodie oasis that winds its way through the heart of Texas' second largest city.
Our experienced guides will take you on a foodie adventure through bustling Downtown San Antonio, an area steeped in more than 300 years of history and heritage! On your journey, you'll sample an array of handmade hispanic specialties at family-owned businesses and see where the locals eat while avoiding chain restaurants and tourist traps. Throughout the experience, you'll learn firsthand what "Tex-Mex" actually is while enjoying it in the city in which it originated while also being enchanted by local landmarks such as San Fernando Cathedral, the River Walk, and the Alamo along the way. In fact, we're pretty sure that you'll remember more than that storied building by the time your journey is complete!
At a glance
- Duration: 3 hr
What is included
- San Antonio's Best Burger
- Smoked Turkey
- Homemade Sorbet or Gelato
- Our Signature Secret Dish!
- Savory Barbacoa or Carne Guisada Taco [depending on availability]
Not included
- Gratuities
- Hotel Pickup & Drop off
Itinerary and highlights
Downtown is a bustling business and leisure district, with eclectic bistros and bars. The ornate, Mediterranean-style Majestic Theatre stages concerts and Broadway shows, and the San Antonio Museum of Art has an international collection spanning centuries.
Main Plaza links government, culture, business, and San Antonio's spiritual heart, San Fernando Cathedral, all in one communal space.
Historic 1738 church once occupied by General Santa Ana & the site Pope John Paul II's visit.
The Bexar County Courthouse is the largest and oldest continuously operated historic courthouse in Texas. It was the fifth seat of government in Bexar County.
The Love Lock Bridge is located right above the San Antonio Riverwalk and is covered in locks placed by couples as a sign of their everlasting love.
Iconic area with landscaped walkways, bridges, restaurants, bars, hotels, shops & boat tours.
Tower Life Building is a 31-story building and a historical landmark in Downtown San Antonio, Texas, USA.
Square-block enclave of art galleries & shops, listed on the National Registry of Historic Places.
The Alamo is a historic Spanish mission and fortress compound founded in the 18th century by Roman Catholic missionaries in what is now San Antonio, Texas, United States.
Meeting and pickup information
- The meeting spot is in front of the former San Antonio Children's Museum at 218 Produce Row, San Antonio, TX 78207.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Secret Food Tours
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- * Please note: the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations' availability, weather, and other circumstances.
- * Please ensure to contact us in advance of the tour for any dietary requirement, to ensure we can cater for them the best we can.
- * This tour involves a fair amount of walking; comfortable shoes are recommended.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Available tour options
- Small Group Food Tour: Choose this option to join our Secret Food Tour San Antonio in a group of 12 people or less!
- Private Tour Upgrade: Choose this option to upgrade to a private food tour of San Antonio for only you and your group
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