Kallison-Love-Lock-Bridge

Kallison Love Lock Bridge

The Kallison Love Lock Walk Bridge is a romantic River Walk landmark where couples attach padlocks to symbolize lasting love. Inspired by Paris’ Pont des Arts, it’s adorned with hundreds of colorful locks and offers a peaceful, intimate spot for photos, strolls, and heartfelt moments along the San Antonio Riverwalk in San Antonio, TX.

Opening Hours:

  • The bridge is open 24/7, making it perfect for early-morning visits, golden-hour photos, or late-night romantic walks.

⚲ 126 Main Plaza, San Antonio, TX 78205, United States

What to Know Before Visiting

  • Bring your own lock—none are sold on-site.
  • Personalize your lock with names, initials, or a special date.
  • Throwing keys into the river is common but discouraged due to littering.
  • Weekends can get crowded; mornings and weekdays are quieter.
  • The path and bridge are handicap accessible.
  • Parking nearby (Market Street garage) may fill up during busy hours.
  • A second mini love-lock bridge exists at the Hyatt Regency along the River Walk.
  • City crews relocated the entire fence—locks and all—to protect them during repairs.
  • Newlyweds often walk straight from the Courthouse Chapel to place their lock.

How to Get There

  • Located along the San Antonio River Walk near 126 Main Plaza, steps from the Bexar County Courthouse Wedding Chapel. It’s close to several local attractions, including St. Mary’s Street, historic plazas, and some of the most visited museums in San Antonio.
  • Park at Market Street Garage or surrounding lots.
  • Easily walkable from downtown hotels.
  • Public transportation (VIA) stops nearby.

Highlights / Features

  • Add your own lock to a bridge filled with vibrant symbols of love.
  • Hundreds of unique locks—engraved, painted, custom-shaped—each telling a story.
  • Beautiful backdrop of the San Antonio River Walk.
  • Photo-worthy spot for engagements, anniversaries, proposals, or travel memories.
  • It’s the only official love-lock bridge in Texas tied to a wedding chapel tradition.
  • The very first San Antonio love lock was hung on May 25, 2012.
  • Some locks contain poems, tiny charms, wedding dates, or special engravings.
  • Benches, greenery, nearby cafés, and scenic paths enhance the visit.
  • Its central location also makes it easy to pair your visit with nearby movie theaters, scenic walks, and other iconic experiences in San Antonio, Texas.

Best Time to Visit

  • Sunrise or golden hour for the best light and fewest crowds.
  • Weekdays offer a quieter, more intimate experience.
  • Evenings feel romantic with River Walk lights reflecting off the water.

History of the Kallison Love Lock Bridge

The tradition began in 2012 when locals Ken and Nita Shaver placed the very first lock near the Courthouse Wedding Chapel on their anniversary. Their idea grew quickly—hundreds of couples added locks, creating a beloved local tradition.

Due to walkway repairs, the fence filled with locks was moved in 2023 to the Kallison Walk Bridge, where the tradition continues today. Once repairs finish, all locks may return to their original site, preserving every couple’s story.

The love-lock tradition dates back to early 20th century Serbia and became globally famous at the lock bridge in Paris before inspiring versions across the United States. Though far smaller than famous bridges in New York City or near national park sites across the country, the Kallison Love Lock Bridge remains a uniquely intimate symbol of love in San Antonio.