San Antonio: River Walk Donuts & Sweet Treats Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Start at the historic Gunter Hotel
- Donuts and Mexican pan dulce
- Stories of San Antonio since 1718
- Finish on the River Walk with gelato or ice cream
Full description
Our journey begins inside the historic Gunter Hotel on Houston Street, a landmark that has been part of the city’s story since 1909 and even hosted legendary blues musician Robert Johnson during a famous 1936 recording session. From there, we’ll step out into downtown San Antonio to sample a variety of delicious pastries while learning about the city’s colorful past.
Along the way, you’ll enjoy an incredible mix of sweet treats including donuts, traditional Mexican pastries, and other baked delights that reflect the city’s unique blend of cultures. One stop highlights a beloved local bakery known for combining Mexican pan dulce traditions with classic French baking techniques, creating pastries that are both creative and unforgettable.
As we stroll through the city, your guide will share stories about San Antonio’s founding in 1718, the history of the famous River Walk, and the fascinating characters who shaped the city. We’ll pass historic buildings, colorful streets, and local landmarks before ending our tour along the beautiful River Walk with a refreshing sweet treat such as gelato or ice cream.
By the end of the tour, you’ll have tasted some of downtown San Antonio’s best desserts while discovering the history, culture, and charm that make this city one of the most unique destinations in Texas.
Included / Excluded
- Local guide
- Donut and sweet treat tastings at each stop
- History of the area
- Gratuities
Meeting point
Start Location
Paris Baguette
Important information
Know before you book
- Tour is wheelchair and stroller accessible
- Service animals are allowed
- Maximum group size is 20 travelers
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes for downtown strolls
- Bring an umbrella or raincoat in case of rain
- Arrive at Paris Baguette meeting point a few minutes early
Cancellation policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
Reviews
The tour was quite long and it was difficult to keep the kids engaged. The donut store was the best stop where we got to choose a donut. At the rest of the stops the food items were pre ordered and we didn’t get a choice which was a bit disappointing. I was also unhappy that the tour ended at a different location to the starting point - we were handed a map and had to find our own way back. Having never been to Cork before, this wasn’t particularly easy and we had to run to catch our train back to Cobh.
It was a pleasant tour our guides new the area very well
Kat was a great guide. The donuts were delicious and she also included a lot of history of Toronto. The walk was an easy pace and gave us time to prepare for the next round. She provided us with other places to taste Toronto food and there was time to grab some of that food too. We loved the tour and would highly recommend it to anyone visiting Toronto!