Things to Do in San Antonio
Plan your days in San Antonio, your way
Start with the Alamo to get the history, then walk five minutes to the River Walk for the rest of the day.
The Pearl offers a farmers market, a hotel in a former brewery, and restaurants that range from tacos to tasting menus.
Ride the barge for the overview, then walk the Museum Reach for the art installations and quieter water.
Mission San José provides the UNESCO site without the crowds of the Alamo, plus a working parish to respect.
Eat dinner in Southtown where the restaurants line South Alamo and the locals outnumber the visitors.
The San Antonio Museum of Art's collection spans 5,000 years, housed in a castle-like brewery on the river.
Take the bus to the Japanese Tea Garden for the views and the stone paths that feel removed from downtown.
End at the Tower of the Americas for the sunset view that puts the whole city in context.
Order the puffy tacos somewhere, anywhere, because they're the dish that defines the city's approach to food.
San Antonio works best when you mix the famous with the neighborhood, the river with the street.
Top attractions and places to eat in San Antonio
San Antonio River Walk
Iconic network of pedestrian pathways along the San Antonio River lined with restaurants, shops, and cafes below street level.
attraction · 4.6 rating
The Alamo
A historic 18th-century Spanish mission and site of the famous 1836 battle, now a museum and shrine central to Texas history. One of the most visited landmarks in the state.
attraction · 4.4 rating
SeaWorld San Antonio
A major marine-life theme park with animal shows, aquariums, rides, and a water park. A full-day destination for families and thrill-seekers.
attraction · 4 rating
Natural Bridge Caverns
The largest known commercial caverns in Texas, offering guided tours through dramatic underground rock formations plus above-ground adventure activities. A popular natural attraction near San Antonio.
attraction · 4.5 rating
San Antonio River
Scenic river that winds through the town of San Antonio.
attraction · 4.6 rating
Mission San Jose Catholic Church
Founded in 1720, the largest of the five San Antonio missions, best known for its rose window.
attraction · 4.7 rating
Six Flags Fiesta Texas
A large amusement park set in a former quarry, featuring roller coasters, water rides, and live entertainment. A full-day thrill destination for families and groups.
attraction · 3.8 rating
Historic Market Square
A large Mexican-themed marketplace with shops, stalls, and restaurants, billed as the largest of its kind in the U.S. Travelers come for crafts, souvenirs, and Tex-Mex food.
attraction · 4 rating
San Fernando De Bexar Cathedral
Built in 1873 to replace the original cathedral founded more than a century earlier.
attraction · 4.7 rating
Japanese Tea Gardens
Originally a rock quarry, this garden came from donations by George W. Brackenridge and Emma Koehler in the early 1900s.
attraction · 4.5 rating
San Antonio Missions National Historical Park
UNESCO World Heritage site preserving four Spanish colonial missions, including their churches, grounds, and irrigation systems along the river.
attraction · 4.7 rating
Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch
A drive-through safari park where visitors observe and feed free-roaming exotic animals from their vehicles. A family-favorite wildlife experience near San Antonio.
attraction · 4.3 rating
UT San Antonio Institute of Texan Cultures
A museum dedicated to the diverse ethnic and cultural groups that shaped Texas history. A place to learn about the state's heritage through exhibits and living-history programs.
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LEGOLAND Discovery Center San Antonio
An indoor family attraction with LEGO-themed rides, build zones, and play areas aimed at children. A rainy-day destination for families.
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San Antonio Museum of Art
Major art museum with an extensive collection spanning ancient, Asian, Latin American, and contemporary works, set in a former brewery.
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