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  • Strolling the Grounds of the Alamo: (Holy grounds, if you consider yourself a Texan.) In the middle of this bustling city, the grounds of the Alamo can seem curiously quiet on some days when the crowds have abated—so quiet you can hear the wind blowing through the oak trees. Perhaps it was that quiet in the moments before the final siege. Perhaps it was that quiet when days earlier William Travis purportedly drew his famous line in the sand.
  • Walking the River in Downtown San Antonio: The first planned urban green space in Texas, the River Walk, is still the best. Follow the original course of the river as it meanders through this old city, a city that owes to this river its origin, its layout, and, now, even its prosperity. Old bridges, some quite low, span the river at varying angles. Here and there you glimpse between buildings a distant view of something such as an old skyscraper, but mostly it's the feel of an urban canyon, with buildings rising up along both banks. Check it out both at daytime and at nighttime as you get two different views.
  • Lazing in the Courtyard at the Marion Koogler McNay Art Museum: As fine as many of the paintings here are, when it comes to transcendent experiences, you can't beat sitting out on the lovely tree-shaded patio of the McNay.
  • Riding a Bike through the King William District and Upper Southside: Riding through this area just south of downtown is a trip through time and across cultures, from the opulent mansions built here by German merchants in the 19th century to the artsy and ethnic Hispanic areas south and east.

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San Antonio Travel Guide

San Antonio, home to the Alamo and the River Walk, has more character than any other big city in Texas. Indeed, it is often lumped together with New Orleans, Boston, and San Francisco as one of America's distinctive cities. And, if you're looking for a destination for the whole family, you can't go wrong with San Antonio. It has a downtown area that is attractive and comfortable, a couple of large theme parks—SeaWorld and Fiesta Texas—and resorts that cater specifically to families. Read More

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The Westin Riverwalk, San Antonio

420 West Market Street
San Antonio, TX 78205 Map

Distance: 0.2 mi.
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Hotel Class: 4 class stars

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204 Alamo Plaza
San Antonio, TX 78205 Map

Distance: 0.4 mi.
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Hotel Class: 3 class stars

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Hyatt Place San Antonio Northwest / Medical Center

4303 Hyatt Place Drive
San Antonio, TX 78230 Map

Distance: 0.1 mi.
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Hotel Class: 3 class stars

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Attractions

Club at Sonterra South Golf Course (The)

North Central Corridor
901 Sonterra
San Antonio, Texas 78258

Distance: 13.3 mi. (from destination center)

Description: This private country club in San Antonio's North Central Corridor features two golf courses.... Read More
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ArtPace

445 N. Main Ave
San Antonio, Texas

Distance: 0.4 mi. (from destination center)

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San Antonio's contemporary art gallery features rotating shows displaying the work of... Read More

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San Antonio Art League Museum

130 King William St
San Antonio, Texas 78204

Distance: 0.5 mi. (from destination center)
Expert Rated & Recommended
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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

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

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