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By Candyce H. Stapen

"Remember the Alamo" on your trip to the site and IMAX.
Stroll the shops along the River Walk.
Shop for piñatas and other Mexican souvenirs at El Mercado.
Ogle dinosaur skeletons and climb the H-E-B Science Treehouse at the Witte Museum.
Enjoy a spectacular city view from the top of the Tower of the Americas.
Get in a tank with beluga whales at SeaWorld San Antonio.

Family Overview: San Antonio, Texas

By Candyce H. Stapen

San Antonio's southwestern flair comes from its mix of Hispanic heritage, Native American culture, and Texan history. Smack in the heart of the city is the best known tourist attraction in the state—the Alamo. At this mission, 189 patriots—Davey Crockett among them—fought for Texas' independence, holding the site for 13 days until being defeated by Mexican General Santa Anna and his 4,000 men. Before visiting, get kids excited about the history by watching Alamo...the Price of Freedom at the IMAX Theatre Rivercenter. With such perspective on the site, it'll be easier to look past San Antonio's modern buildings encroaching on the Alamo from all sides. Read More

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204 Alamo Plaza
San Antonio, TX 78205 Map

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San Antonio Children's Museum

305 E. Houston St
San Antonio, Texas

Distance: 0.3 mi. (from destination center)

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Institute of Texan Cultures

At Durango St. in HemisFair Park
801 S. Bowie St
San Antonio, Texas

Distance: 1.0 mi. (from destination center)

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Brackenridge Park

Main entrance 2800 block of N. Broadway
San Antonio, Texas

Distance: 2.3 mi. (from destination center)

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Airports

Major Airports near San Antonio

	Distance (mi.)
San Antonio International Airport	7.7 map
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport	72.7 map
Houston Hobby Airport	192.8 map

Other Smaller Airports near San Antonio

	Distance (mi.)
Victoria County-Foster Airport	103.2 map
Corpus Christi International Airport	129.5 map
Laredo International Airport	143.6 map

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Flight Deals to San Antonio

Originating	From
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) to San Antonio (SAT)	$126
Raleigh/Durham (RDU) to San Antonio (SAT)	$175
Denver (DEN) to San Antonio (SAT)	$176
Philadelphia (PHL) to San Antonio (SAT)	$192
Pittsburgh (PIT) to San Antonio (SAT)	$193