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Just a few doors over from Hard Rock Cafe on street level is another excellent spot for iconic biker souvenirs at the Cowboys Alamo City HarleyDavidson. While you’ll only find one motorcycle in the shop, you can get your fill of jackets, tees, belts and more, all emblazoned with the unmistakable Harley-Davidson logo. Many of the pieces also sport images of San Antonio, making them great souvenirs even if you’re not a “HOG,” the acronym for those who belong to the Harley Owners Group. But if you have a future HOG in your life, be sure to stop in: the boutique carries a cute line of kids clothing, including onesies. If you like your souvenirs with a side of attitude, be sure your River Walk souvenir stroll includes a stop at Dick’s Last Resort. No cover, no dress code, and no class may be what Dick’s is known for, but they have great souvenirs. Not only will you find an array of shirts, hats and of course, underwear, but the “Joint Yer Mama Warned You About” offers souvenirs with a side of sass, insults and overall gruffness. But don’t complain to the management: the staff is doing exactly what Dick’s expects them to do, give you a hard time. So ask the staff to show you their coolest take-homes and don’t be surprised if you get a load of insults to add to your memories. Shop, Forrest, Shop at the Bubba Gump Shrimp Company souvenir store. After enjoying a delicious meal be sure to visit the souvenir shop, where
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you’ll find memorabilia from everyone’s favorite movie classic. Grab your Forrest Gump Cap just like the one Forrest wore in the movie! Or a t-shirt printed with your favorite quotes from the film like “Life is like…” or “My mama says I’m special.” You can also grab a license plate printed with the infamous words of Jenny- “Run, Forrest, Run.” Any River Walk hunt for souvenir treasure must include a stop at the Shops at Rivercenter. The mall offers a wide variety of shops, booths, and restaurants, giving shoppers ample options for souvenirs. But one always must stop for great San Antonio gifts and merchandise is Life in Alamo City. The store carries clothing, accessories, and décor, alongside traditional souvenirs like magnets, mugs, and tees. The selection changes seasonally, but you can always expect to find items featuring perennially favorite images like wildflowers, the Texas flag, sugar skulls and of course, the Alamo. No one knows San Antonio better than the San Antonio Official Visitors Information Center, so it’s no surprise that they also feature fantastic souvenirs to mark your visit. Located just across Alamo Plaza from the Alamo itself, the center is a valuable resource for visitors and locals alike. When you’re stopping in to learn what cool things you can’t miss as you enjoy San Antonio, you’ll be distracted by the center’s selection of books
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