Architours San Antonio Tour Reviews

In October of 2018 a group of former U.S. Army Combat Engineer Officers and Vietnam veterans, who were classmates at officer candidate school in 1968, held our fifty-year reunion in San Antonio, Texas. As a practicing architect, it occurred to me that a tour of some of the city’s historical sights would be well received by our group.

The local chapter of the American Institute of Architects put me in touch with Jane Martin who, through her organization, ARCHITOURS, conducted an extensive tour of the city’s famed River Walk. Jane’s knowledge was incredibly impressive, and her lively presentation of information – both historical and contemporary – about the River Walk district was superb.

Our group of twenty or so veterans and spouses were completely enthralled, and among the comments that followed were, “this tour was the highlight of our trip” and “this was a truly delightful learning experience.” I can’t imagine that anyone could have made our morning more interesting or worthwhile, and I give the highest accolades to Jane and ARCHITOURS.

Michael A. Kihn – AIA, LEED AP

My sister and family live in San Antonio, and no visit with them is complete without strolling down the vibrant River Walk! During my last visit this past February we spent time in the renovated Pearl Brewery district, meandering through the Farmers Market and dining at one of the fine restaurants at the Hotel Emma.

A highlight of my February visit was going on the architectural tour with Jane Martin. The walking tour through downtown San Antonio and along the River Walk was fantastic and well-paced. Jane is very knowledgeable about the early history of San Antonio, the prominent people that designed the River Walk, and the iconic landmarks of the downtown area. She pointed out lovely mosaic murals and the various styles of architecture that graced many of the buildings along the River Walk.

I learned a lot from her talk, and Jane included so many interesting facts about the personalities that contributed to the development of downtown San Antonio. I highly recommend the architectural tour not only to San Antonio visitors, but to residents that can learn about the artistic beauty and rich heritage of the city!

Barbara

As a long-time San Antonio resident, I thought I knew everything there was to know about the Riverwalk, but I sure was wrong! Jane’s architectural tour was so informative, absorbing, and fascinating! Aside from her commentary about the architectural features of the city’s iconic downtown buildings, I also learned about local native and architect Robert Hugman who had the vision to create the Riverwalk as we know it today. This tour is a “must-do” for city residents and tourists alike. I highly recommend it!

Marsha