San Antonio, TX

Travel Guide

Tower of the Americas featuring landscape views, a sunset and a city
San Antonio showing heritage architecture and street scenes
San Antonio
Tower of the Americas which includes night scenes, a city and landscape views
River Walk showing outdoor eating and street scenes as well as a large group of people

San Antonio Travel Guide Video

For many years before the Battle of the Alamo, this city in southern Texas was part of Mexico. See the missions that remain from earlier times.

The strong Spanish and Coahuiltecan influences on the city of San Antonio are visible in its architecture, art and culture. See the Alamo and several other missions that remain from the early days of Spanish colonization.

Travel along the River Walk that parallels the San Antonio River, which winds through the city. Walk, bike or step into a tour boat to enjoy the quiet under the cypresses lining the riverbanks. The paved trails provide access to museums, restaurants, bars, shopping and the city’s famous missions.

The Alamo, originally known as Mission San Antonio de Valero, is the site of the famous 1836 battle in which Mexico’s President Santa Anna killed nearly 200 Americans after a 13-day siege during the Texas Revolution. Take a tour along the river to see four other missions that are part of San Antonio Missions National Historical Park. They were established not only for religious observation, but also for protection of local residents.

Attend a Sunday service at the Mission San José y San Miguel de Aguayo, the largest of the area’s missions. The Mission San Juan Capistrano is surrounded by labores (farmlands) and an irrigation ditch built in the 1700s. When you visit these and the two other sites, Mission Concepcion and Mission Espada, look for Catholic symbols interwoven with architectural decorations depicting nature created by the indigenous Coahuiltecan people.

The Briscoe Western Art Museum holds Santa Anna’s sword and many other artworks and artifacts. See modern art in McNay Art Museum. Enjoy a live performance in the 1929 Majestic Theatre, which was once a movie theater.

When the kids have experienced enough history and culture, spend a fun-filled day at one of San Antonio’s many theme parks including SeaWorld® San Antonio, Six Flags® Fiesta Texas and Schlitterbahn Waterpark Resort. Visit the San Antonio Zoo and the hands-on DoSeum science museum in the large Brackenridge Park and the Natural Bridge Caverns for a varied range of family-friendly activities.

Where to stay in San Antonio

Downtown - Riverwalk which includes heritage architecture, boating and a river or creek

Downtown San Antonio

4/5(9,525 area reviews)

Explore the heart of San Antonio with top attractions like the Alamo and River Walk, or enjoy kayaking and bicycling to the World Heritage Missions. Discover historic sites, theaters, and shopping at Rivercenter, all easily accessible by public transit.

Downtown San Antonio
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Far West Side

While visiting Far West Side, you might make a stop by sights like Aquatica San Antonio Waterpark and Hill Country Golf Club.

Far West Side
Marion Koogler McNay Art Museum featuring art and interior views

Uptown

While visiting Uptown, you might make a stop by sights like San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium and San Antonio River.

Uptown
Really fun place! Food is good and inexpensive. These are the "Monster" Nachos, it will feed a crowd. #FoodieFinds

Medical Center District

4/5(155 area reviews)

While visiting Medical Center District, you might make a stop by sights like USAA Corporate Office Headquarters and Cinemark San Antonio 16.

Medical Center District
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Stone Oak

4.5/5(495 area reviews)

Travelers come to Stone Oak for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Shops at Hardy Oak and Alta Vista while you're in town.

Stone Oak
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Northwest Side

While visiting Northwest Side, you might make a stop by sights like Huebner Oaks and Convocation Center.

Northwest Side
Riverwalk Plaza
Riverwalk Plaza
4 out of 5
100 Villita Street, Dwyer/Main Plaza, San Antonio, TX
The price is ₩128,853 per night from Jul 3 to Jul 4
₩128,853
₩152,309 total
Jul 3 - Jul 4
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (5,433 reviews)
"Close to River walk everything was within walking distance staff were pleasant and friendly"

Reviewed on Jun 29, 2025

Riverwalk Plaza
Spark By Hilton San Antonio Northwest near Six Flags
Spark By Hilton San Antonio Northwest near Six Flags
3 out of 5
6755 North Loop 1604 West, San Antonio, TX
The price is ₩102,392 per night from Jul 8 to Jul 9
₩102,392
₩122,142 total
Jul 8 - Jul 9
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,255 reviews)
"Veey clean, and enjoyable"

Reviewed on Jun 28, 2025

Spark By Hilton San Antonio Northwest near Six Flags
La Cantera Resort & Spa
La Cantera Resort & Spa
4 out of 5
16641 La Cantera Pkwy, San Antonio, TX
The price is ₩298,352 per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
₩298,352
₩428,166 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy 5 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
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"Awesome stay friendly staff."

Reviewed on Jun 29, 2025

La Cantera Resort & Spa
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The Continental, powered by Placemakr - Downtown - Market Square
The Continental, powered by Placemakr - Downtown - Market Square
3.5 out of 5
322 W Commerce St, San Antonio, TX
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in San Antonio. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions San Antonio River and River ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (29 reviews)
"The only compliant is in the two bathrooms there were no shelves to put items on and towel racks missing."

Reviewed on Jun 29, 2025

The Continental, powered by Placemakr - Downtown - Market Square
La Luz
La Luz
4.5 out of 5
505 E Travis St, San Antonio, TX
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury condo in San Antonio. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and premium bedding. Popular attractions Alamo and River Walk are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (38 reviews)
"Proximity to Alamo"

Reviewed on Jun 22, 2025

La Luz
Barsala at La Tierna
Barsala at La Tierna
4 out of 5
15950 Chase Hill Blvd, San Antonio, TX
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions Six Flags Fiesta Texas and ...
2/10 (1 review)
"People were complaining about my music I accidentally left my shades on pool area and when I went back they were gone , didn’t even bother turning them in"

Reviewed on Jun 25, 2025

Barsala at La Tierna
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of San Antonio

4.4
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 54%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 37%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 8%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 1%
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1 - Terrible 1%

5/5 - Excellent

McKayla

It’s a beautiful city

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Amazing friendly people

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Ive been living in San Antonio for a year now and i hope to plant some roots here

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

We did the Tea Garden, two museums, the riverwalk, the zoo, a couple of hikes and lounge at the pool. It was fantastic.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Due to the COVID 19 things were quiet and traffic was light.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

A good city to live in it

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