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San Antonio

Texas

Cultural, cosmopolitan, and vibrant, San Antonio is perfect for themed trips. Foodies, history buffs, shoppers, art lovers, outdoor enthusiasts, active families...everyone will find something to love.

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San Antonio

Highlights.

If this is your first trip or you have limited time, start here and work your way out.

These are the iconic experiences.

Cruise the River

If you aren’t sure where to start, take a River Walk Cruise. You’ll see several points of interest, get a brief history of the city, and see the lock and dam system up close.

The Riverwalk

An oasis of landscaped paved paths and arched stone bridges, The River Walk connects the city’s entertainment hot spots, historic sites, and charming neighborhoods. It’s divided into three areas, each with a unique flair.

The Alamo

Made famous by Davy Crockett, Jim Bowie & John Wayne, the Alamo is a living history museum and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It’s beautiful at night from a horse drawn carriage.

EXPERIENCE

Local Flavor.

Handpicked from our personal list of favorites, these are the things many tourists overlook.

Historic Arts Village

Explore La Villita Historic Arts Village & The King William Historic District where Victorian mansions offer bed & breakfasts, art galleries, distinctive shops and fine dining experiences.

UNESCO Creative City of Gatronomy

San Antonio is one of only two US cities with the designation, so it’s worth staying longer just for the food. The River Walk is basically a giant outdoor restaurant, and you can find Tex Mex, German, dive bars, & craft cocktails happily sharing space.

Museum Reach

Who doesn’t love a city that designates an entire district to art and museums? Grab a river taxi to The Pearl, a former brewery converted to a chic entertainment & dining complex,then visit the San Antonio Museum of Art, The McNay Art Museum, and The Witte Museum.

WANDER

Off the beaten path.

Been there, done that? Planning a longer stay? Dive deep with these experiences.

Mission Reach

This eight-mile stretch of the San Antonio River is home to native plants and a lively aquatic habitat, explorable by kayak. It is named the Mission Reach because it connects four of the five UNESCO status San Antonio Missions via water taxi, bike, and walking paths.

Rolling Hills & Vineyards

Head out to the Texas Hill Country around San Antonio for fields of wildflowers, intimate bed and breakfasts, luxury resorts, hiking, horseback riding and tubing down spring-fed rivers Visit antique stores and boutiques, along with more than 20 vineyards.

Historic Market Square

Mi Tierra Cafe & Bakery has been a favorite of locals and tourists for generations. It’s open 24 hours a day, keeps the Christmas lights up year-round, and has a bakery you won’t believe. After lunch, browse the 100+ locally owned shops around the square.