Originally completed in 1981, the Paseo del Alamo was designed to reconnect the Alamo to the San Antonio Riverwalk, linking the state’s #1 and #2 tourist destinations in a meaningful and symbolic way. As part of the progressing Alamo Plan, this vital pathway is being enhanced to provide an even more welcoming, sustainable, and accessible experience for all who visit.
When it reopens in the first quarter of 2026, marking 45 years since its original debut, the Paseo will feature native landscaping, shaded walkways, and a rainwater-harvesting cistern that reduces reliance on local water utilities while honoring the original design’s focus on water as a life-giving resource. The adjacent Alamo Visitor Center and Museum will also contribute HVAC condensation to support this sustainable system.
With fully ADA-compliant paths, smoother grade transitions, and thoughtful architectural elements, the enhanced Paseo del Alamo will create a powerful sense of arrival. Visitors will experience a symbolic passage from the energy of the Riverwalk into the reverence of the Alamo grounds.
More than a walkway, the Paseo del Alamo invites each guest to reflect, connect, and begin their journey through Texas history.
