Some tips for visiting San Antonio from a native resident of the city.
The symbol of the city and the state of Texas. It was the site of a symbolic battle in the Texas war for independence and the final resting place of such heroes as William Travis, Davy Crockett, James Bowie and others.
The Alamo rests in Alamo Plaza downtown. Grounds are free to visitors and open every day except Christmas. Tours must be booked ahead of time. The official audio tour is $7. More visitor information can be found here: https://www.thealamo.org/
Downtown San Antonio has a street level and then, it has a river level, home of the famous San Antonio River Walk. The walkway is lined with shops and restaurants and there is often live music. Visitors can take a boat tour to see the historical sights along the river. If you happen to come during the holiday season, the River Walk is alive with over 100,000 lights draped among the bald cypress trees on the river banks. It is truly stunning.
A jewel in downtown San Antonio! La Villita or 'the village' is home to locally owned shops and artisans offering their little slice of the city.
Tower of the Americas. One of the defining features of the San Antonio skyline.
Located outside of San Antonio's North Star Mall off Loop 410 near hwy 281. The mall is nice and the boots are a funny little photo opportunity but otherwise this is it.
If you have the budget and the need for thrills, check out Fiesta Texas. Built into an old quarry, this park is home to roller coasters, a water park and entertainment areas with themes from the 1950s to an old German village.
Looking for a theme park that is also an aquarium? Look no further.
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