HemisFair Park was built to host the 1968 World's Fair.  The park features cascading waterfalls and fountains, lushly landscaped areas, historic buildings, children's playground, and the world Famous San Antonio landmark "The Tower of the Americas". 

In addition to the Tower of the Americas, shops and relaxing water features it is also home to the Universidad Nacional Autonoma de México, Instítuto de México and the Institute of Texan Cultures, which offers year-round exhibits on the history and people of the Lone Star state and sponsors the popular Texas Folklife Festival each year.

HemisFair Park is located in downtown San Antonio adjacent to the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center.  Parking is available off of Bowie Street.