Attractions in San Antonio, Texas

Amusements

America's Original Kiddie Park 210-824-4351
3015 Broadway, San Antonio, TX 78209
Verified by the National Amusement Park Historical Association as the oldest children's amusement park in the country, this historical park features a carousel, Ferris... more info map
Aztec on the River 210-212-7638
201 East Commerce Street, San Antonio, TX 78205
Located on the Riverwalk
Housed in a fully restored 1926 movie palace, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Aztec on the River is reminiscent of a Meso-American world filled with... more info map
Buckhorn Saloon and Museum 210-247-4000
318 East Houston Street, San Antonio, TX 78205
One of the leading tourist attractions in San Antonio, he Buckhorn features a museum, a saloon turned restaurant, and a curio store known as "the oddest store in the... more info map
Laser Quest 210-499-4400
606 Embassy Oaks, Suite 200, San Antonio, TX 78216
Located Behind Embassy 14 Theater
Laser Quest is “live action laser tag at its best.” Enter the multi-level arena where fog, music and special effects combine to provide an incredible combination of... more info map
Louis Tussaud's Waxworks 210-224-9299
301 Alamo Plaza, San Antonio, TX 78205
Over 200 life-like figures of movie stars, historical figures, fantasy and fear can be seen at Plaza Wax Museum. more info map
Six Flags Fiesta Texas 210-697-5050
17000 IH-10 West, San Antonio, TX 78257
Located 15 Minutes from Downtown San Antonio
Six Flags Fiesta Texas features over 40 state-of-the-art thrill rides, White Water Bay, restaurants, shopping, and more. more info

Historic Homes & Buildings

Fort Sam Houston 210-221-1211
North New Brunfels Avenue, San Antonio, TX 78214
Still a working army base, Fort Sam is the oldest and most endearing of the local military bases. From 1910 until World War II, Fort Sam Houston was the largest Army... more info
Guenther House 210-227-1061
205 East Guenther Street, San Antonio, TX 78204
Located in the Historical District of King William
Built by Carl Hilmar Guenther, the founder of Pioneer Flour Mills, the restored Guenther House features a museum, restaurant, and a retail store, which sells such items... more info map
Spanish Governor's Palace 210-224-0601
105 Plaza De Armas, San Antonio, TX 78205
Located between Market Square and the Riverwalk
The only remaining example in Texas of an aristocratic early Spanish house, this beautiful structure was the residence of the presidio captain who represented the King... more info map

Historic Sites & Monuments

Alamo 210-225-1391
300 Alamo Plaza, San Antonio, TX 78205
P.O. Box 2599
Originally named Mission San Antonio de Velaro, this historic site commemorates the 1836 siege and battle that took place here between American rebels, fighting for the... more info map
Casa Navarro State Historic Site 210-226-4801
228 South Laredo Street, San Antonio, TX 78207
The Casa Navarro State Historic Site contains the restored home of Tejano patriot José Antonio Navarro, who was a prominent merchant, rancher and statesman, serving as... more info map
Tower of The Americas 210-223-3101
600 HemisFair Park, San Antonio, TX 78205
Built originally for the 1968 HemisFair that was held in San Antonio, this 750-foot tower now offers panoramic views of the city and surrounding areas. Elevators with... more info map

Museums & Galleries

Artpace 210-212-4900
445 North Main Avenue, San Antonio, TX 78205
Located Near the Riverwalk District
Artpace is a foundation that promotes contemporary art in San Antonio through shows of regional and international artists, hoping not only to educate the public, but... more info map
Blue Star Contemporary Art Center 210-227-6960
116 Blue Star, San Antonio, TX 78204
The Blue Star Contemporary Art Center, housed in an 11,000 square foot warehouse, is host to several exhibits which feature the talent of local, regional, national and... more info map
Institute of Texan Cultures 210-458-2300
801 East Durango Boulevard, San Antonio, TX 78205
Located at the University of Texas at San Antonio
The Institute of Texan Cultures is "a university educational center dedicated to enhancing the understanding of the history and diverse cultures of Texas through... more info map
McNay Art Museum 210-824-5368
6000 North New Braunfels Avenue, San Antonio, TX 78209
Located 5 Miles from Downtown San Antonio
The first museum of modern art in Texas, the McNay Art Museum's collection of more than 20,000 works includes Medieval and Renaissance art, 19th through 21st century... more info map
San Antonio Museum of Art 210-978-8100
200 West Jones Avenue, San Antonio, TX 78215
Accredited by the American Association of Museums, the San Antonio Museum of Art offers a comprehensive collection of Egyptian, Greek and Roman art, one of the largest... more info map
Southwest School of Art & Craft 210-224-1848 or 210-271-3374
300 Augusta, San Antonio, TX 78205
Located on the Riverwalk
One of the largest community based art schools in the nation, the Southwest School of Art & Craft offers classes for all levels. Visitors can see contemporary art... more info map
Texas Air Museum 210-977-9885
1234 99th Street, San Antonio, TX 78214
Located at Historic Stinson Field
The Texas Air Museum traces the history of aviation from the early days of its inception to the present day. This museum features the early aviation history of San... more info map
Witte Museum 210-357-1900
3801 Broadway Street, San Antonio, TX 78209
Located in Brackenridge Park
Situated on the banks of the San Antonio River, the Witte Museum highlights South Texas history, culture, and natural science using permanent and changing exhibits. more info map

National Parks & Natural Wonders

San Antonio Missions National Historical Park 210-932-1001
2202 Roosevelt Avenue, San Antonio, TX 78210
Administrative Headquarters
The four San Antonio Missions, Mission Concepcion, Mission San Jose, Mission San Juan and Mission Espada; tell the stories of the people who came into the Spanish... more info map

Parks, Gardens & Zoos

Brackenridge Park 210-207-7275
3700 North Saint Mary's Street, San Antonio, TX 78212
Located 2 Miles North of Downtown San Antonio
Home of the Brackenridge Eagle, Japanese Tea Gardens, Sunken Gardens Theatre, Brackenridge Golf Course and the San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium, the 343-acre Brackenridge... more info map
Friedrich Wilderness Park 210-564-6400
21395 Milsa Drive, San Antonio, TX 78256
"Friedrich Wilderness Park is an excellent example of Texas Hill Country habitat, maintained in its natural state, perfect for observing wildlife and plantlife in their... more info map
Japanese Tea Gardens 210-821-3120
3800 North St. Mary's Street, San Antonio, TX 78212
Located at Brackenridge Park
Also known as the Sunken Gardens, Japanese Tea Gardens sit upon the former site of the rock quarry that produced the limestone used to construct the Texas State Capitol.... more info map
Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch 830-438-7400
26515 Natural Bridge Caverns Road, San Antonio, TX 78266
Located between San Antonio and New Braunfels on a State of Texas historical site, Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch is home to over 50 species of animals from all over the... more info map
San Antonio Botanical Garden 210-536-1400
555 Funston Place at North New Braunfels Avenue, San Antonio, TX 78209
"Engaging cultural activities, practical community classes, inspiring childrenâ€™s camps, dynamic school programs, critical endangered plant research efforts, and... more info map
San Antonio Zoo 210-734-7184
3903 North Saint Mary's Street, San Antonio, TX 78201
Located in Brackenridge Park
The San Antonio Zoo is much more than a children's attraction, it offers a wide range of animals on exhibit. Housing over 3,500 animals that represent over 750 species,... more info map
SeaWorld San Antonio 800-700-7786
10500 SeaWorld Drive, San Antonio, TX 78251
"The world's largest marine life adventure park and family entertainment showplace," the seasonal 250-acre SeaWorld San Antonio is four parks in one with a show park,... more info map

Tours & Cruises

Ghosts & Legends of San Antonio Tour 210-215-2172
Reservations are required to take a walk through the shadows of downtown San Antonio where nature, love, lust and greed have created a history of violent deaths and... more info
Rio San Antonio Cruises 210-244-5700
205 North Presa, Suite 201, San Antonio, TX 78205
Building B
Award-winning boat tour and taxi services on the San Antonio River Walk. more info map
San Antonio Ghost Tours 210-336-7831
P.O. Box 35, Von Ormy, TXSome of San Antonio's best professional tour guides, Alamo City Ghost Tours offers San Antonio tours, private tours, riverboat tours, walking tours, ghost tours, mission... more info
San Antonio Walking Tours 210-336-7831
San Antonio Walking Tours is an exciting way to get acquainted with San Antonio. If you are planning a vacation to San Antonio, let them show you a side of the city... more info
Segway Nation 210-441-1198
260 East Houston Street, San Antonio, TX 78203
Located Downtown
Segway Nation offers many exciting and unique tours of downtown San Antonio. Their tours feature the world famous Alamo, Tower of the Americas and HemisFair Park. more info map

Vineyards, Wineries & Breweries

Alamo Beer Company 210-872-5589
202 Lamar Street, San Antonio, TX 78202
Visit the brewery on Thursdays from 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., 3:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. Fridays, Saturdays 12:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m., and Sundays 12:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. more info

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