Remember the Alamo - and that there's so much to do here too.
Yes, San Antonio is the home of the historic Alamo. But that's only the start of all there is to do and see here. Bring the little ones to SeaWorld or teach them a little Texas history with walk along Mission Trail. When the Spurs are playing, they're sure to never disappoint. If you prefer to play rather than watch, we have many great golf courses to choose from but if shopping is your favorite way to get your heart racing, try the charming El Mercado or even the vast San Marcos Outlet Mall. Cap off any trip with at least one stroll along our one-of-a-kind River Walk. There is so much to experience here it's impossible to do it all in one trip so we hope you'll be back to see us.
Arts & Cultural
Aztec Theater:
Built in 1926, it is the only surviving exotic-themed movie palace in Texas and home to special performing arts events.
Majestic Theater:
A State and National Historic Landmark, it has been renovated as a prime theater for the performing arts and is now home to the San Antonio Symphony and the AT&T Broadway Series.
McNay Art Museum:
The first museum of modern art in Texas, it highlights works by Renoir, Gauguin, Van Gogh, and Georgia O'Keeffe.
San Antonio Museum of Art:
Collections span 5000 years of human inspiration and creativity. Housed in a historic San Antonio structure that sits along the banks of the San Antonio River.
Points of Interest
The Alamo:
Featuring the old mission where a small band of Texans held out for 13 days against the Mexican army of General Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna - it's now a symbol of courage and sacrifice for the cause of liberty.
Brackenridge Park:
Home of our Zoo, Witte Museum, the city's Brackenridge Golf Course and the two-mile miniature zoo train. Areas for picnicking, hiking, jogging, biking and much more.
Brooke Army Medical Center:
Located at Ft. Sam Houston, it is part of the US Army Medical Command and a University of Texas Health Science Center and USUHS teaching hospital that contains the Army Burn Center.
Brooks City Base:
Among other things it's home to Air Force Center for Environmental Excellence and the School of Aerospace Medicine.
Camp Bullis Training Center:
It's a 27,990-acre U.S. Army training camp that's used primarily as maneuvering grounds for U.S. Army, Air Force and Marines combat units.
Fort Sam Houston:
This US Army post was named for the first President of the Republic of Texas, Sam Houston, and it employs more than 27,000 military and civilian personnel.
Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center:
The newly expanded 1.3 million square foot convention center offers over 440,000 square feet of exhibit space.
King William Historic District:
San Antonio's original upscale neighborhood now features art galleries, restaurants and a thriving commercial corridor known as South Town.
Lackland Air Force Base:
Home to the 37th Training Wing, this unit provides basic military, professional, technical and English language training for the military services, government agencies and allies.
La Villita:
The original downtown in San Antonio, La Villita means The Village. It has unique arts and crafts community with shops, working artists, restaurants, post office, and more.
The Mission Trail:
Part of the National Park Service, it has four historic missions established between 1720-1731. Today, visitors can retrace the footsteps of the mission Indians and friars; and, possibly, meet descendants of those first inhabitants.
The Museo Alameda:
The first formal affiliate of the Smithsonian Institute, the museum tells the story of the Latino experience in America.
Open Air San Antonio Trolley:
It's a great way to get around the heart of the city with its "hop on, hop off" service - or take a formal trolley tour of the area.
Randolph Air Force Base:
Is home to the 12th Flying Training Wing and 30 plus Department of Defense units, the 12th is the only USAF unit conducting both pilot instructor training and combat systems officer training.
Ripley's Believe It Or Not! And Louis Tussaud's Waxworks:
It allows you to discover over 500 one-of-a-kind oddities, curiosities, and illusions gathered from all over the world by Robert Ripley. Or see a collection of wax figures displayed within themed sections of Hollywood, Children's Land of Make Believe, Freedom's Journey, and more.
The River Walk:
The #1 entertainment destination in Texas featuring restaurants, bars, shops, river cruises, and much more.
San Antonio Children's Museum:
Billed as the place where children play to learn and adults learn to play, it offers a wide variety of permanent and visiting exhibits. Don't miss: imaginary flight, the aquarium and cloud room, a tooth booth, and a kid-powered elevator.
San Antonio Zoo:
Is home to more than 3,500 animals, representing over 750 different species on 56 lush acres.
SeaWorld:
One of only three SeaWorld parks in the USA. World's largest marine-life, adventure park with over 25 shows, animal attractions, rides and educational experiences for all ages.
Tower of the Americas:
This 750 ft. tall structure built for Hemis Fair in 1968, offers a panoramic view of San Antonio and the surrounding Hill Country. Glass-walled elevators ascend over 500 feet to the restaurant and observation level.
Witte Museum:
Offers unique exhibits and experiences in science, natural history and culture. The campus features historic buildings and the HEB Science Tree House.
Shopping
El Mercado/Market Square:
Browse through the shops at "El Mercado" (The Market), an area patterned after an authentic Mexican mercado. Plus, there are more specialty shops in Farmers Market Plaza. Market Square is also the scene of many Hispanic festivals with food and beverage booths.
North Star Mall:
San Antonio's internationally acclaimed destination center featuring over 200 specialty stores and restaurants.
Rivercenter Mall:
This incredible complex features over 60 stores and 20 eateries, plus an IMAX theater, and a comedy club.
San Marcos Outlet Mall:
Ranked the third best place to shop in the world as seen on ABC's "The View". Features over 130 luxury and brand names.
Shops at La Cantera:
San Antonio's newest sophisticated, upscale, open air market place featuring over 100 stores including Tiffany's, Nordstrom, Apple Store and many more.
Sports & Amusement
Alamodome:
A multi-use sports and entertainment facility and is home to the NCAA Final Four Tournaments, The Alamo Bowl, The US Army All American Bowl, and more.
AT&T Center:
Home of the 4-time world champion San Antonio Spurs, the San Antonio Silver Stars (WNBA), Rampage (AHL), and the San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo.
Brackenridge Golf Course:
This 18-hole historic golf course, the first inductee into the Texas Golf Hall of fame, was the original site of the PGA Winter Tour.
Canyon Springs Golf Course:
Was recently voted One of America's Best Golf Courses by Zagat Survey. Found in north central San Antonio at the edge of the beautiful Texas Hill Country, it's located on the original Claussen Homestead.
The Pecan Valley Golf Course:
The site of the 50th PGA Championship and the longest tees for a par of 71.
The Quarry Golf Course:
The front nine plays in a links style format featuring rolling hills, native grasses, and immaculate greens; the back nine lays out in a 100 year old quarry pit.
The Republic Golf Course:
A current qualifying site for the Senior US Open, The Republic was voted the #1 course in San Antonio by the Express-News in 2006.
Retama Park:
Live horse racing featuring American Quarter Horses, and daily simulcast of other races nationwide.
Schlitterbahn:
This New Braunfels water park has been repeatedly voted the nation's best. It has over three miles of tubing adventures and unique water rides along the banks of a spring-fed river in a family friendly atmosphere.
SilverHorn Golf Course:
It has earned the reputation as the best upscale daily fee golf course in San Antonio, ranked among "The Top 25 Courses in Texas" by The Dallas Morning News and "Places to Play" by Golf Digest.
Six Flags Fiesta Texas:
Voted #1 show park in the Country, featuring award-winning shows, free waterpark, rides and Boardwalk.
Splashtown:
San Antonio's family waterpark has something fun for every age, with more than 50 rides and attractions.
Local Events
JANUARY
- River Walk Mud Festival:
A festival with a parade celebrating the annual draining of San Antonios River Walk, it includes the selection of the Mud King and Queen for the Mud Pie Ball.
FEBRUARY
- Mardi Gras River Parade & Fair:
The River Walk becomes a watery Bourbon Street with decorated barges, costumed revelers, and free-flowing fun including a crafts fair.
- San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo:
This two-week rodeo extravaganza includes plenty of thrills including a carnival with rides like Cliff Hanger, Fireball, Giant Wheel and Space Loop.
APRIL
- Cinco De Mayo:
At April's end extending into May, the Battle of Puebla between French and Mexican forces is celebrated at Market Square.
MAY
- Tejano Conjunto Festival:
For nearly a quarter century, Tejano and Conjunto music have been celebrated at this festival, now featuring more than 20 bands performing over three days at Rosedale Park.
DECEMBER
- Alamo Bowl:
The Alamo Bowl features Big 12 and Big 10 schools at the Alamodome.
