This summer, we spent three days in San Antonio to check out what the city has to offer for events and trade shows. The San Antonio River Walk is located steps from the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center. Related:On Site: The Ultimate Planning Guide for Trade Shows in CincinnatiWhere to meet: The Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center has five exhibit halls with approximately 514,000 square feet of contiguous space. Where to stay: In downtown San Antonio, there are approximately 15,000 hotel rooms within walking distance of venues like the Alamodome and the Convention Center, according to the San Antonio Express News. Located along the San Antonio River, this vibrant mixed-use development features a wide range of restaurants, shops and cultural venues.