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Travel Information
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TRAVEL INFORMATION
Located at the gateway to the South Texas Plains, San Antonio combines Old Mexico, Modern Texas and a
plethora of other cultures into a community that is resplendent with history, festivities and excitement!
The city has something to offer everybody—from the Alamo, to Sea World, to the Rivercenter Shopping
Complex—no wonder it's a family-favorite travel destination.
Hotel Information
Official housing is closed - For information about other hotels call Janie Herrara at 210-207-6733
Stay at one of the official Congress hotels and save on lodging and transportation to and from Congress
activities. APWA has negotiated great rates for all attendees. Complimentary shuttle service will operate
from all the official Congress hotels.
Click here
to see a pdf map of the downtown area for hotel locations. Please note: only one room may be reserved at a time.
- San Antonio Marriott Rivercenter SOLD OUT
101 Bowie Street
Headquarters
$179 single/double
- San Antonio Marriott RiverWalk SOLD OUT
711 E. River Walk
$179 single/double
- Hampton Inn Downtown SOLD OUT
414 Bowie Street
San Antonio, TX 78254
$129 single/double
- Hilton Palacio del Rio SOLD OUT
200 S. Alamo Street
$169 single
$189 double
- Hyatt Regency San Antonio SOLD OUT
123 Losoya Street
$165 single/double
- La Quinta Inn & Suites Convention Center SOLD OUT
303 Blum
$139 single/double
- The Historic Menger Hotel SOLD OUT
204 Alamo Plaza
$125 single/double
- Drury Plaza SOLD OUT
105 S. St Mary's
$135 Single / $165 Double
- Emily Morgan SOLD OUT
705 E. Huston
- Crockett Hotel SOLD OUT
320 Bonham
$125 single/double
- Residence Inn Downtown SOLD OUT
425 Bonham
$139 single/double
Transportation is available to official congress hotels only.
How can I make my hotel registrations?
You can download the Hotel Reservation Form and mail with a check to:
APWA Housing Bureau
203 S. St. Mary’s, 2nd Floor
San Antonio, TX 78205
We recommend you fax your Hotel Reservation Form to 210-207-6702.
Room rates are subject to applicable tax, which is currently 16.75%. (Taxes are subject to change.)
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Air Travel
Getting There by Air
San Antonio International Airport is approximately 13 miles from downtown San Antonio. Major carriers
include: American West, American Airlines, Delta, Continental, Northwest, Southwest, and United Airlines.
Airport Transportation
SATRANS Airport Shuttle
is available for airport transportation to and from San Antonio International Airport. Tickets are $12
each way with purchase of a roundtrip ticket or Gold Sponsor Logos $14 one way.
Major rental car service is also available at the airport.
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Ground Transportation
Getting There by Car
You can drive to San Antonio in less than one day from most major Texas cities.
Click here to see a chart of approximate
mileages and driving times.
| City |
Mileage |
Time |
| Abilene |
247 |
4h 20m |
| Amarillo |
532 |
8h 51m |
| Austin |
208 |
4h 9m |
| Beaumont |
472 |
8h 9m |
| Brownsville |
514 |
8h 17m |
| College Station |
299 |
5h 42m |
| Corpus Christi |
383 |
6h 5m |
| Dallas |
275 |
4h 22m |
| Del Rio |
157 |
3h 19m |
| El Paso |
553 |
7h 53m |
| Fort Worth |
265 |
4h 9m |
| Fredericksburg |
148 |
2h 49m |
| Galveston |
436 |
7h 39m |
| Houston |
386 |
6h 48m |
| Huntsville |
362 |
6h 40m |
| Laredo |
391 |
6h 11m |
| Longview |
392 |
6h 8m |
| Lubbock |
408 |
6h 59m |
| Lufkin |
402 |
7h 42m |
| McAllen |
523 |
8h 24m |
| Midland |
362 |
5h 48m |
| Nacogdoches |
435 |
7h 41m |
| Odessa |
342 |
5h 28m |
| San Angelo |
382 |
6h 41m |
| Temple |
211 |
4h 6m |
| Texarkana |
454 |
7h 2m |
| Tyler |
352 |
6h 18m |
| Waco |
216 |
4h 15m |
| Wichita Falls |
382 |
6h 4m |
Taxicab Rates:
| Initial meter drop, first 1/6 mile |
$1.70 |
| Each additional 1/6 mile |
$0.30 |
| Airport departure fee |
$0.50 |
| Airport minimum charge |
$8.00 |
| Downtown minimum charge |
$3.00 |
| Late hour fee (9 p.m. – 5 a.m.) |
$1.00 |
Local Transportation in San Antonio
It's easy to navigate San Antonio, as many of the hotels, restaurants, tour attractions (the Alamo) and
shops are within walking distance of the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center and the River Walk. The
moderate climate lends itself to outdoor activities with an average daily high of 90° and the average
low of 68°.
Other transportation options:
| VIA Rail Streetcar |
$0.80 |
| VIA Bus Route 7 Funston Place (day pass) |
$3.00 |
| River Taxi (one-way) |
$4.00 |
| Taxicab (see above) |
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San Antonio
Immerse yourself in San Antonio—a literal crossroads of Old Mexican, Native American, German,
African-American and Deep Southern cultures. In addition to the Alamo, San Antonio offers the renown
River Walk, Market Square, Sea World, Six Flags and more. No wonder it's a top-rated spot for a family
get-away!
Visit the San Antonio Convention & Visitors Bureau.
Visit the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center's website.
Average daily maximum temperature for September is 90°F.
Average daily minimum temperature for September is 69°F.
Average relative humidity is 68%.
Average rainfall for September is 3".
Visit weather.com for local San Antonio conditions.
Click here for a sampling of San Antonio restaurants by price range.
| $ Inexpensive ($5–10 Entrée) |
| Adobo Taco Co. |
(Mexican) |
| Alamo Café |
(Tex-Mex) |
| Boston Subworks Diner |
(Deli/Bakery) |
| Broadway 5050 |
(American) |
| Buckhorn Saloon |
(American/BBQ/Seafood) |
| Chella's Café |
(Tex-Mex) |
| Dick's |
(Prime Rib/Chicken) |
| El Campo |
(Mexican/Tex-Mex) |
| Grady's BBQ |
(Barbeque) |
| Johnny Rocket's |
(American) |
| Patty's Taco House |
(Mexican/Tex-Mex) |
| Schilo's Deli |
(Deli/Bakery) |
| Tip Top Café |
(American) |
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"
Prior to coming to Congress, I ask myself, ‘what are the major issues with which I’m dealing this year and what improvements does my organization need to make?’ I search out the vendors on the exhibit floor to find these answers to those questions and I always find them on the exhibit floor.
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—Jimmy Foster
Director of Public Works, Plano, TX
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