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Market Square

Three blocks of color, music, and Tex-Mex flavor west of downtown.

Market Square hosts vendors, live weekends, and Mi Tierra operating 24 hours with bakery cases and mariachi.

Shopping and food Cultural hub Weekend events

Essential details

Quick facts

Ticket price: Free to browse; pay for food and goods.
Hours: Shops roughly 10 am-6 pm; Mi Tierra 24 hours.
Recommended visit: 2 hours with meal.

Getting there

Address: 514 W Commerce St, San Antonio, TX 78207.
Nearest transport: VIA west downtown routes; paid lots nearby.
On foot: Short walk from River Walk west branch.

Accessibility & comfort

Access: Flat plaza; indoor market halls step-free.
Crowds: Festival weekends with live music.
Facilities: Restrooms inside Mi Tierra and market hall.

                        
                            How to fit Market Square into your day
                        
                                Late morning: Browse vendor stalls before lunch rush.
                            
                                Midday: Mi Tierra lunch with pan dulce dessert.
                            
                                Afternoon: Walk west to San Pedro Creek Culture Park.

Before you go

Try margaritas after sightseeing if driving later.
Weekend events may close streets - plan parking.
Cash helps small vendors.