San Antonio Attractions
With so much to do and so much to see in San Antonio, we're here to make sense of it all. Check out this list of must-see places you won't want to miss when visiting the Alamo City. Get details on all the top spots, like the River Walk, the Alamodome and more.
The
River Walk is the must-see spot in all of San Antonio, a gorgeous meandering river one story below street level and paved by cobblestones. You'll find world-famous restaurants, unique shops and galleries lining the banks of the River Walk. The experience is like no other, and the River Walk is also the site of holiday and season celebrations that draw thousands downtown.
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Address: 110 Broadway, San Antonio TX 78205 - MAP
Phone: (210) 227-4262
Web: www.thesanantonioriverwalk.com
A symbol of freedom and perseverance, the
Alamo is arguably one of Texas' most popular landmarks and attractions. It was here within these hallowed walls that the freedom fighters for Texas' independence against General Santa Anna's army made their mark and redefined history forever. Daily tours make the Alamo come alive daily.
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Address: 300 Alamo Plaza, San Antonio, TX 78205 - MAP
Phone: (210) 225-1391
Web: www.thealamo.org
The
San Antonio Zoo & Aquarium is a multi-sensory delight: You'll hear the shrill call of the ostriches in the African Plains, watch the fancy footwork of gibbons lesser apes in the Gibbon Forest, and touch the scaly wings of the rays at the aquarium. Dozens of exhibitions display and showcase thousands of animals.
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Address: 3903 N. Saint Marys St., San Antonio TX 78212 - MAP
Phone: (210) 734-7184
Web: www.sazoo-aq.org
At
SeaWorld San Antonio, you'll enter a world of underwater adventure, where famous orca whales are the superstars and marine mammals splash and play with family and friends. Catch one of the many popular shows in the main arena featuring the orcas, sea lions and dolphins. Plan to get wet if you're sitting in one of the front rows! For fun on dry land, check out the roller coasters and other theme park attractions at SeaWorld.
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Address: 10500 SeaWorld Dr., San Antonio TX 78251 - MAP
Phone: (800) 700-7786
Web: www.seaworld.com
Thrilling action is just part of the fun at
Six Flags Fiesta Texas, one of the largest theme parks in the country. There's no shortage of roller coasters - in fact, the world's largest is right here, ready to take you on a 20-story drop just for starters. If you're looking to cool down, check out the Water Bay water park with its gravity-defying super slides and the completely relaxing lazy river. Whatever your speed, Six Flags Fiesta Texas delivers on the fun.
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Address: 17000 IH-10 West, San Antonio TX 78257 - MAP
Phone: (210) 697-5050
Web: www.sixflags.com
Created by natural shifts and gaps in the earth, the
Natural Bridge Caverns takes you into an underground maze of passageways and rooms where the walls are filled with stalagmite formations. The amazing piece of geography features guided tours and other activities for adventurous souls, including panning and mining for gems and zip line tours.
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Address: 26495 Natural Bridge Caverns, San Antonio TX 78266 - MAP
Phone: (210) 651-6101
Web: www.naturalbridgecaverns.com
The Tower of the Americas sits prominently in San Antonio's skyline, and many visitors are surprised that the tower is open for the public to take in breathtaking views and to dine in the revolving restaurant at the top. The Flags Over Texas observation deck is the picture-perfect spot for viewing, and you can enhance your experience by entering the 4-D theater ride, Skies Over Texas.
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Address: 701 Bowie St., San Antonio TX 78205 - MAP
Phone: (210) 223-3101
Web: www.toweroftheamericas.com
There's no better way to beat the Texas Heat than at
Splashtown, a mini-city that thrives on bucketloads of fun. Bob along the lazy river, watch a 'dive-in movie' in the evening, or double-dare gravity on dozens of twisting, turning slides and rides. Splashtown is a thrill a minute, that will last all day.
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Address: 3600 IH 35 North, San Antonio TX 78219 - MAP
Phone: (210) 227-1400
Web: www.splashtownsa.com
There's always something in bloom at the
San Antonio Botanical Garden. Seasonal temperatures mean there's usually a profusion of color from snapdragons, roses, petunias, violas and the like. Or enjoy the rugged beauty of the natural Texas xeriscape gardens, which features dry-climate succulents, grasses and more. Pick up some gardening tips and leave with a gorgeous specimen.
Address: 555 Funston Place, San Antonio TX 78209 - MAP
Phone: (210) 207-3250
Web: www.sabot.org
