Take a stroll through the Japanese Tea Garden, which features a scenic enclosure with stone bridges, a pagoda, and the Jingu House Cafe. The restored garden has a lush year-round garden with many floral displays and shaded walkways leading you to a 60-foot waterfall with ponds filled with Koi fish. This historical jewel is ideal for small weddings, memorial services, and large corporate gatherings.
Once home to the wealthiest merchants in San Antonio, the King William Historic District is where you will find preserved and historic Victorian-Era homes. Most homes are lived in by their current residents, while a few have been converted into shops and cafes, offering a stylish experience and fostering educational, recreational, and cultural activities. Take a stroll and enjoy any of the four self-guided walking tours, the King William Area Walking Tour, Along the Acequia Walking Tour, Along the Acequia Concepción, and Along the Acequia Madre.
Candlelight Pourhouse possesses a special kind of spirit. If you prefer wine to coffee or coffee to wine, they offer both with a full café menu. For coffee enthusiasts, Candlelight offers a memorable coffee experience. For wine lovers, pick from a wide selection of wines and take any unfinished bottle home. If coffee or wine isn’t your game, order a meal from our kitchen, or stop by on the weekends for brunch.
Get ready to open the door to various dimensions of ancient culture through UTSA’s Institute of Texan Cultures and watch it come to life through simulations and shows that provide insight into the past, present, and future. Immerse yourself in an interactive Texas history by exploring the ethnic and cultural history of the state through educational exhibits, programs, and special events created to entertain, inspire, and educate.