Top things to do in San Antonio
Attractions, tours and activities in San Antonio
San Antonio: the city's best neighbourhoods
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Downtown - Riverwalk
In the city centre
See and be seen on the must-visit River Walk, Downtown. By day, flex your plastic at Rivercenter Mall and enjoy unrivalled views from the Tower of the Americas. By night, hit Bohanan’s Prime Steaks and Seafood or sing with the boisterous locals at Howl at the Moon piano bar. The Alamo is only a stroll away (but beware the summer sun!)
Places to stay from € 37.15 per night
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Northwest San Antonio
10 miles from city centre
Shopaholics mustn’t miss La Cantera, an upscale outdoor mall. Families adore the rides, firework displays and waterpark at Six Flags Fiesta Texas theme park. Try to hit the targets at unique Topgolf, or delight the children at San Antonio Aquarium with sharks, stingrays and a Giant Pacific Octopus. Visit on weekdays to beat the crowds.
Places to stay from € 33.43 per night
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Medical Center
8.1 miles from city centre
Everything’s big in Texas – including Med Center’s extreme experiences. ThinAir Extreme Air Sports is a giant field of trampolines, plus basketball hoops and an obstacle course. Kids (and big kids alike) will love the go-karts and arcade games at Malibu Castle. Then end your big day at the Santikos Bijou art-house movie theatre.
Places to stay from € 33.67 per night
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Midtown
1.8 miles from city centre
Yuppies, students and families all call hip SoBro home. Rub shoulders with them at a rock show at Paper Tiger, eat a 3-pound cinnamon roll at Lulu’s Bakery and café or explore the bike and walking trails. If you’re into farmer’s markets, stock up on local goodies at the Pearl – an 1883 brewery turned shopping and cultural centre.
Places to stay from € 48.82 per night
About San Antonio
Including tips for the best time to visit San Antonio
Historical landmarks, modern attractions and cultural offerings are just a few of the many reasons that make San Antonio a popular place to visit in Texas, USA.
San Antonio is home to two UNESCO World Heritage Sites, The Alamo and San Antonio Missions National Historical Park. At The Alamo – a former Spanish mission and the site of a historic battle in 1836 – you can learn about the history of Texas Revolution through interactive displays and guided tours. San Antonio Missions National Historical Park is spread across a large area that comprises four missions established by Spanish Catholic priests in the 18th century. Four out of the five original missions still remain and you can explore their churches, compounds and other structures.
On your San Antonio holiday, set aside some time to visit the River Walk. This famous promenade along the San Antonio River is lined with shops, restaurants, museums and scenic nature spots. Just a short distance away is Hemisfair Park that offers a range of things to do – recreation areas, dining and entertainment options, Yanaguana Garden and the Tower of the Americas, which provides panoramic city views. You can also embark on unique tours across the city like ghost and street art tours and cruises on the San Antonio River.
There are several theme parks to choose from in San Antonio. SeaWorld San Antonio has adventurous rides and live shows while Six Flags Fiesta Texas offers fast roller coasters. LEGOLAND Discovery Center San Antonio is worth a visit too.
Tonight
From € 48.08 per night
Next weekend
From € 93.48 per night
| Most popular time to visit | October–December |
| Cheapest time to visit | January–March |
| Local currency | US$10 = € 9.21 |
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| Average weekend price | € 114.03 per night |
| Average weekday price | € 111.66 per night |
| Typical stay | 2 nights |
Points of interest in San Antonio
Stay near the top sightseeing spots in San Antonio
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River Walk
0.3 miles from city centre
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The Alamo
0.4 miles from city centre
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Rivercenter Mall
0.5 miles from city centre
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Japanese Tea Gardens
2.7 miles from city centre
San Antonio reviews
What other travellers say about San Antonio
We enjoyed everything about the Drury.
20 July 2024
We enjoyed everything about the Drury. Location was great. The food was amazing. The staff was very friendly. Parking was easy. I cannot think of anything bad about the hotel stay other than the construction that was going on outside, but someday it will make it perfect.
Beautiful weather, landscapes, communities, food have to...
9 July 2024
Beautiful weather, landscapes, communities, food have to mention "HEB" is a great/wonderful place to shop, river walk, Guadalupe river and lots of rivers, San Antonio is just an amazing city that I'm about to enjoy for the rest of my life. Too bad about Econo Lodge where I received the worst customer service. Other than that I thank God for directing me to live in San Antonioooooo!!!! Much thankful.
River walk is a must.
7 July 2024
River walk is a must. Especially after dark, the river walk is very beautiful. Also there are signature restaurants which you should definitely try, especially for non vegetarians. It also has a RainForest cafe that has some decent vegetarian options. Also there are open theaters in riverwalk where they have programs from 6.30 to 10.30. You need to have tickets which you can get onsite. Also make sure you take the boat ride in river walk. It is worth every penny and do not forget to tip the captain of the boat.
I live north of San Antonio but I think it is a great city...
2 July 2024
I live north of San Antonio but I think it is a great city with a lot of fun activities. The Riverwalk is beautiful-there are water parks and a zoo if you are a family. Great Mexican food everywhere-shopping etc. I hadn’t been down there in a while and the highways are greatly improved
I'm from San Antonio.
2 July 2024
I'm from San Antonio. This was our host city for Our Annual Bibbs/Darden Family Reunion. The ZEN Generation enjoyed the River Walk. Of course the children had fun at the Children Museum. Awesome restaurants in San Antonio
Go with a plan, at a glance not a lot to do, you need to...
25 June 2024
Go with a plan, at a glance not a lot to do, you need to search outside the downtown areas to find some hidden gems. Prepare to wait for long dinner times as vey crowded. We enjoyed visiting the various missions that are just a few miles from each other.
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