Attractions

The Alamo

300 Alamo Plaza, San Antonio, TX 78205
(210) 225-1391
The complex known as "The Alamo" attracts over 2.5 million visitors annually, who come to witness the site of one of the most famous battles in American history that symbolizes courage and sacrifice. The Alamo was a small mission where a group of Texans fought against the centralist army of General Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna for thirteen days in 1836. Although they lost the battle, their valiant ...


Buckhorn Saloon & Museum

318 East Houston, San Antonio, TX 78205
(210) 247-4000
Discover the heart of Texas at the Buckhorn Museum and Texas Ranger Museum, one of downtown San Antonio's biggest attractions. Immerse yourself in a full Texas experience, perfect for both first-time visitors and seasoned locals. Explore the Buckhorn's exotic animal collection, delve into the Texas Ranger Museum, grab a drink at the Oldest Saloon in Texas®, and more, all under one roof. Open 3...


Imax Theatre

849 E. Commerce Street, Suite 800, San Antonio, TX 78205
(210) 247-4629
Experience the powerful retelling of a pivotal moment in history with "ALAMO: THE PRICE OF FREEDOM." This stirring tribute honors the bravery of 189 Texan, Tejano, and settler defenders who fought valiantly for 13 days against General Santa Anna's Mexican Army at the Alamo. Witness their courage and sacrifice on IMAX's immersive six-story screen with six-track stereo sound, as their story inspires...


La Villita

418 Villita St, San Antonio, TX 78205
(210) 207-8610
Discover the Charm of La Villita: A Unique Shopping and Cultural Experience Nestled in the heart of downtown San Antonio, La Villita offers an unparalleled shopping experience where visitors can find unique, handmade treasures crafted by talented local artisans. Perfect for gift shopping, personal indulgence, or simply browsing, La Villita ensures a delightful experience for everyone. La Villita...


Tower of the Americas

600 Hemisfair Plaza Way, San Antonio, TX 78205
(210) 223-3101
Located in downtown San Antonio, the Tower of the Americas is a perfect family-friendly attraction that takes entertainment and fine dining to new heights. Standing at 750 feet tall, the Tower of the Americas offers spectacular sights, award-winning dining, and sky-high views of the city. Guests can enjoy the gorgeous panorama from the Tower's revolving Chart House Restaurant, take in the scenery ...


Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center

1300 Guadalupe St., San Antonio, TX 78207
(210) 271-3151
The Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center (GCAC) was founded in 1980 as a non-profit, multi-disciplinary organization whose mission is to preserve, promote and develop the arts and culture of the Chicano/Latino/Native American peoples. Each year the Center presents and produces a season of events, exhibitions and festivals, including the San Antonio Cinefestival, the Juried Women's Art Exhibit, the Tejan...


Japanese Tea Gardens

3800 North St. Mary's St., San Antonio, TX 78212
(210) 821-3120
The Japanese Tea Garden in San Antonio is a lush, tranquil destination that's open from 7 AM to 5 PM daily, offering free admission and located adjacent to the zoo. It's deeply embedded in the city's history, transforming from a limestone quarry and cement factory pit over a century ago into a treasured cultural asset. The vision of Park Commissioner Ray Lambert in 1916, the garden draws inspirati...


Kiddie Park

3903 N St Mary’s St, San Antonio, TX 78212
(210) 824-4351
Kiddie Park, recognized by the National Amusement Park Historical Association as America's original children's amusement park, was established in 1925 and underwent a renovation in 2009. Among its distinct attractions is the 1918 Herschell-Spillman Carousel, originally from Miami and enchanting children and visitors in San Antonio since 1935. Despite modern enhancements, the park has retained its ...


San Antonio Zoo

3903 N St. Mary's Street, San Antonio, TX 78212
(210) 734-7184
The San Antonio Zoo, renowned as one of the top zoos in the United States, boasts a diverse collection of 3,400 animals, encompassing more than 600 species. The zoo provides an authentic habitat with natural rock cliffs for their African savanna and bear species, and a tree-lined San Antonio River for one of the country's largest bird collections. Operated by the San Antonio Zoological Society, a ...


The Historic Pearl

303 Pearl Pkwy, San Antonio, TX 78215
The Historic Pearl is a flourishing community in the heart of San Antonio, serving as a hub of culture and history. Once an active brewery complex from the early 1880s to 1999, it has since evolved into a vibrant district offering a myriad of experiences including dining, shopping, and events. The Pearl's foundational commitment to craft and quality resonates through its chef-led restaurants, loca...


Market Square - El Mercado

514 W. Commerce, San Antonio, TX 78207
(210) 207-8600
Historic Market Square, known as El Mercado, is a lively hub in San Antonio, brimming with activity from dawn until dusk. It offers visitors a chance to explore 32 stores designed to resemble an authentic Mexican market, along with 80 specialty outlets in the Farmers Market Plaza. This bustling destination is renowned for its authentic Mexican and Tex-Mex cuisine, attracting tourists and locals al...


Natural Bridge Caverns

26495 Natural Bridge Cavern Road, Natural Bridge Caverns, TX 78266
(210) 651-6101
Natural Bridge Caverns, renowned for its captivating caves and wide range of activities, is a significant tourist attraction that was initially discovered by four San Antonio college students in 1960. The site owes its name to the natural bridge located above the original discovery tour. As years have passed, the caverns have undergone considerable expansion, and numerous new discoveries have been...