What's new at
One riverwalk place
Tips, updates & information about the exciting move to One Riverwalk Place (Spring 2026)
As the spring semester gets underway, we wanted to share a few updates at One Riverwalk Place that support your day-to-day class and studio life, including new dining options, expanded transportation service, parking updates and on-site ID support.
Check back often for updates and new information!
The Den
The Den is scheduled to open this week at One Riverwalk Place, bringing a new dining option right where you work and study. The menu will include breakfast all day, along with burgers, sandwiches, salads and even milkshakes!
The hours:
Monday–Thursday: 7:30 a.m.–6 p.m.
Friday: 7:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
We’ll be watching usage closely and will adjust and expand hours as demand grows.
Where to Park
Parking Updates and Options
- Spring One Riverwalk Garage parking is available at a reduced, prorated cost based on when you purchase your permit. View the rates!
- Southwest Campus Lot 1 has been updated to better support program needs. As part of this update, unmarked spaces are now reserved for Community Art students, and a two-week grace period is in place to support students who previously parked there while alternate options and wayfinding are introduced.
Transportation
Getting To and From
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The Little Runner shuttle now includes One Riverwalk Place and the Southwest Campus as official stops, creating an easy connection between the university's downtown locations. Riders can park in Downtown Campus lots and connect to campus using their VIA U-Pass at no cost.
Look for “The Little Runner Stops Here” A-frame signage outside. -
VIA Route 93 (Main Campus ↔ Downtown) has expanded service hours from 5 a.m. to 12:30 a.m., offering more flexibility for evening classes, studio time and late nights.
ID Cards
Campus Services staff will be on-site at One Riverwalk Place Tuesday–Friday this week, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., in the 7th-floor Print Lab to assist with new or replacement ID cards.
Map
Check out the UT San Antonio Campus Map and search for ‘One Riverwalk Place’ to see where to go.
FAQ
Because we are spending our remaining summer days getting ready for students and faculty, the building will not be open to students until the first day of class (Aug. 25). But if you want to practice your route or plan your parking, you can always route yourself to the outside of the building. All classes will be separated onto 5 different floors within the building and they will be easy to find once you are in the building. No worries, though, we will have extra staff on-site to help during the first week of school, so just reach out to any UTSA staff member in the lobby or in the parking area if you have any questions.
No, only one UTSA ID is issued to each student. During orientation, you will get your UTSA ID. When you visit One Riverwalk Place, Card Services will be on-hand in the ORP Lobby to exchange your existing ID for a new proximity-enabled card with swipe access.
- Where to get it: ORP Lobby
- When: August 25 – September 5 (Mon–Fri), 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
- Bring: Your current UTSA ID. It will be exchanged for free.
About 20 minutes using VIA Link or VIA Bus:
- VIA Route 17 → transfer to Route 96
- Use the VIA app to plan your route. Download the free VIA Link mobile app on the App Store or Google Play.
Explore further:
- View UTSA campus maps.
- Explore more transportation options on and around Main Campus with The Runner.
- Roadrunners, learn how to activate your VIA U-Pass.
Around 30–45 minutes, depending on traffic and transit choice.
- Use VIA Bus Route 93 (Roadrunner Express) from the Campus Oval bus stop. Learn more.
- Or by personal vehicle, via I-10 East, Exit 569C – the address is 700 N. St. Mary’s
Explore further:
- All UTSA students, faculty and staff have free access via the U-Pass program.
- Learn how to get a parking permit.
One Riverwalk Place Garage
- Floors 4–6: UTSA permit holders only (ERW or SRW permits)
- Access via RFID decal issued at the ORP lobby
- Hourly parking for visitors on Floors 1–3 ($4/hr)
Southwest Campus Surface Lots
- Short walk to ORP
- UTSA Permit Parking for Commuter, Employee A/B permits
Downtown Campus Surface Lots
- Park, and then order a ride from VIA Link
- UTSA Permit Parking for Commuter, Employee A/B permits
San Antonio Public Library Garage
Parking is available for $5 per day or $50 per month
SA+P students, faculty and staff have access 24-7 with their swipe card.
Inside ORP:
- 4th floor student lounge
- Lobby seating
- Riverwalk-adjacent patio areas with Wi-Fi
- UTSA Southwest Campus (open spaces)
- Shared café seating (respect quiet policies)
On-site (current):
- There will be beverage and snack vending options on the 1st and 4th floors.
Coming Spring 2026:
- The Den by Denny’s – a full-service food counter that will accept Rowdy Dollars, Dining Dollars, and Meal Trades
Nearby, walkable restaurants:
- La Panaderia
- Acenar
- Guillermo's
- Pete’s Tako House
- Bunz Handcrafted Burgers
- Dorrego’s
- Ocho
- Texan Sizzle
- Pinkerton's BBQ
Contact Information
Do you still have questions? No problem. Contact Flor De Liz Rodriguez
