The Alamo Quarry Market is a shopping center with entertainment and dining options that's housed in an old cement factory still sporting its 4 historical smokestacks. It still looks very much like a cement factory, but inside, you'll find more than 60 shops and services with 4 anchor stores.
Anyone can find fun at this shopping center, as there are items for kids and adults alike, along with favorites for luxury shoppers and people shopping on a budget. Most visits here last about 2 or 3 hours, but given the number of things to see and do, your visit could easily turn into an all-day affair.
Alamo Quarry Market - one of the highlights of 13 Best Places to Go Shopping in San Antonio (Read all about San Antonio here)
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Alamo Quarry Market highlights
As is the case with most shopping centers, the highlights of the Alamo Quarry Market are the stores themselves. You'll find quite a few stunning options throughout this destination, like Ann Taylor Loft, Old Navy, and a Nordstrom Rack that has 2 floors. You'll also find Office Max, Pottery Barn, and Whole Foods.
The food offerings are fairly varied as well, whether you're looking for something quick or you want to have a proper sit-down meal. You'll find Chili's, Joe's Crab Shack, and P.F. Chang's there. Other options include Starbucks, Freddie's, and Jamba Juice.
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Good to know when visiting the Alamo Quarry Market
When heading to the Alamo Quarry Market, keep a few tips in mind. You'll find frequent deals throughout quite a few stores in the shopping center, and you can check the market's website for a quick summary of them all. Military discounts are especially popular.
When you visit this shopping center, you'll find yourself close to quite a few other attractions as well. The San Antonio Zoo is just 10 minutes away, while Six Flags is only 20 minutes away. You may want to visit the famous San Antonio River Walk as well, which is just a little over 7 miles away.
Alamo Quarry Market
Location: 255 E Basse Rd, San Antonio, TX 78209, USA
Open: Monday–Friday from 8.30 am to 5.30 pm (closed on weekends)
Phone: +1 210-824-8885
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