Every city has a special place where everyone loves going and looks forward to meeting people at, whether it's a store, theatre, restaurant or shopping center. In certain parts of Texas, it just happens to be the Market Square in San Antonio, Texas. The Market Square is what you would truly call authentic Mexico with the many fascinating public markets. You'll find some of the most exciting shopping and excellent dining experiences. When it comes to entertainment, you'll find more than your share of selections. Known as the romantic center of Mexico, you'll love the many beautiful treasures that are just waiting to be found here.
Some of the most recent forms of live entertainment found at the Market Square include the Blessing of the Animals, where your pets are blessed in memory of the animals that were at the birth of Christ and La Gran Posada, where you'll see a reenactment of the birth of Jesus Christ. Market Square is one of the things that makes San Antonio so unique, with the most colorful sections being Commerce, Santa Rosa and Dolorosa Streets. This three block pedestrian plaza is filled with restaurants and shops. Some of these shops include Botica Gudalupana, the oldest pharmacy in San Antonio; Mi Tierra Café & Bakery; a business that opened in 1943 and has never been closed. Market Square also features El Mercado, an indoor shopping area with 32 different shops. Within this area, you'll find a variety of activities and things to see and do, whether it's strolling the streets listening to music, sipping margaritas or visiting the many shops. You'll find the perfect blend of Texan and Mexico cultural, ethnic or artistic influences in this unique square.
