STREETCAR CHANGES AND MAP
October 24, 2009
We are very lucky to have a good trolley system for our downtown area. There are two trolley stops just a block from us. We put maps in all of our guest rooms and they are good maps to keep with you even if you do not intend to take the trolley.
We just received notice that VIA [the transportation system] has made some changes. Here they are. At the bottom, there is a link for you to click on to get a good map of the downtown area.
Downtown Streetcar Changes
Effective November 2, 2009
The following changes to the streetcar routes will be implemented on November 2, 2009:
Blue Streetcar Line to be Converted into Two One-Way Loops. The current Blue Route mainly travels on Alamo Street between Central Library and the King William Historic District. This change will add a new north-south segment, connecting the ends and forming two loops. The new portion will travel primarily on Flores Street and on the Main-Soledad couplet, in addition to Alamo Street. This will provide north-south streetcar service through the Government Center area of Downtown.
Purple Streetcar Line to be Discontinued. The Downtown Circulator Study determined that the Purple Streetcar line is largely duplicated by other streetcar and bus lines, and maintains the least ridership of the streetcar routes.
These revisions have been endorsed by the Downtown Alliance and the Convention & Visitors Bureau. The Study also recommended several long-term changes, including expansions to serve the Museum of Art and future River North developments.
For additional information regarding other service changes, specific route or schedule information you may go online at www.viainfo.net or call 362-2020.
Another Resource for Planning Your Trip
August 14, 2009
There is a new website that may be useful for you as you plan your trip. It has lots of information about the downtown area and answers many of the often asked questions like “where is the nearest grocery store”. Take a look.
Public Transportation
June 20, 2009
As the weather gets hotter, walking becomes less and less of a pleasant option. The trolleys service the downtown area and are very easy to catch and the stops are conveniently placed. We have two trolley stops each just a block away. The bus system now has a trip planner that uses Google Maps. The trolleys are fabulous for getting around downtown, but the buses go to other areas. We have several bus stops within just a couple blocks and you can use the trip planner to go to the museums or the mall or wherever.
http://www.viainfo.net/BusService/TripPlanWrapper.aspx?End=&Start=&Date=6/20/2009&Time=1:01%20PM
