San Antonio, Texas: Giant Top
A giant top, looped by an equally large string, greets visitors as they enter the west side of San Antonio. Built by local artist Joe R. Villarreal in 2024.
- Address:
- 828 W. Commerce St., San Antonio, TX
- Directions:
- On the west edge of downtown, on the southeast corner of W. Commerce and S. Frio Sts.
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A giant top, labeled "El Trompo," greets visitors as they enter the west side of San Antonio.
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The top was built by local artist Joe R. Villarreal, who said that he'd played with similar tops as a child, and that he'd built this one to last at least 30 years. It was unveiled in May 2024.