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San Antonio
The most attractive of Texas' major cities – and much the oldest too, San Antonio continues to delight visitors with its cosmopolitan mix of people and culture.
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For proud Texans, the much-fabled Alamo, entered freely off San Antonio’s central plaza, is not so much a tourist attraction as a place of pilgrimage…
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The River Walk is a 15-mile-long glorious network of waterside pathways that’s tucked below street level and lined with bars and restaurants. It's the…
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This Spanish Colonial revival-style mansion, 5 miles north of downtown and originally owned by artist Marion Koogler McNay, is spectacular. McNay's 700…
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Known in its time as the Queen of the Missions, San José is certainly the largest and arguably the most beautiful of all the sites on the Mission Trail…
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Founded in 1731, San Antonio’s cathedral ranks as the oldest church in Texas. On the edge of Main Plaza, its prime interest for modern visitors is as a…
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SeaWorld San Antonio is home to both Shamu the 'killer' (orca) whale and Great White, an inverted 'heels-over-head' roller coaster. Loaded with…
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Waaaay back in 1881, when the Buckhorn Saloon first opened, the owner promised patrons a free beer or shot for any deer antlers they brought in. Although…
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The first mission along the Mission Trail heading south from San Antonio, and part of the San Antonio Missions National Historical Park, this site…
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Best Neighborhoods
Whether you’re staying a weekend or a week, these are the Texas city's can't-miss neighborhoods.
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With a cache of historic towns that trumpet their German heritage and plenty of outdoor adventures, it's worth exploring beyond San Antonio on a day trip.
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Driving isn’t the only way to get around San Antonio – there are sustainable, affordable and accessible options too.
Read articleFree Things to Do
From local arts to historic sites, some of San Antonio's best experiences are completely free.
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Explore San Antonio as a family with our guide to the best things to do in the city with kids.
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