Our San Antonio Guidebook
Sightseeing
Tower of the Americas in downtown San Antonio’s Hemisfair Park is a captivating tourist destination that’s fun for the whole family. Enjoy fantastic views of the city from the tallest building in town, fine dining in the Chart House Restaurant, a 4D film experience, and shopping.
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Tower of the Americas
739 East César E. Chávez BoulevardTower of the Americas in downtown San Antonio’s Hemisfair Park is a captivating tourist destination that’s fun for the whole family. Enjoy fantastic views of the city from the tallest building in town, fine dining in the Chart House Restaurant, a 4D film experience, and shopping.
A historic Spanish mission and fortress compound rich with history and beautiful grounds. They have a great museum and film they show of the story of the Alamo. A much see in San Antonio!
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Álamo
300 Alamo PlazaA historic Spanish mission and fortress compound rich with history and beautiful grounds. They have a great museum and film they show of the story of the Alamo. A much see in San Antonio!
This is a small quaint area just south of downtown San Antonio. Whether you walk or drive this area you feel like you're going back in time. Gorgeous restored homes.
Sartor House Historical King William Neighborhood
217 King William StreetThis is a small quaint area just south of downtown San Antonio. Whether you walk or drive this area you feel like you're going back in time. Gorgeous restored homes.
Taking a boat tour on the river offers an unforgettable way to experience the world-famous San Antonio River Walk. It captures the sights, wonders and culture of the River City. The tour guides are humorous and so knowledgeable of the city. We always enjoy taking a tour when family and friends come into town.
Rio San Antonio Cruises Ltd.
809 River Walk StTaking a boat tour on the river offers an unforgettable way to experience the world-famous San Antonio River Walk. It captures the sights, wonders and culture of the River City. The tour guides are humorous and so knowledgeable of the city. We always enjoy taking a tour when family and friends come into town.
Food Scene
Hip New American bistro with wood-grilled steaks, seafood, tableside guacamole, cocktails & a patio.
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Boudro's
421 East Commerce StreetHip New American bistro with wood-grilled steaks, seafood, tableside guacamole, cocktails & a patio.
Great atmosphere and service at Market Square. You'll feel like you are stepping into Mexico.
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Mi Tierra Cafe y Panaderia
218 Produce RowGreat atmosphere and service at Market Square. You'll feel like you are stepping into Mexico.
Cured is the heart of the Pearl. Buzzy, rustic-chic restaurant serving charcuterie-focused New American cuisine & craft cocktails.
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Cured at Pearl
306 Pearl ParkwayCured is the heart of the Pearl. Buzzy, rustic-chic restaurant serving charcuterie-focused New American cuisine & craft cocktails.
Fun Place! Great for lunch or dinner. Sustainable, Organic, Local restaurant, beer garden, live music venue, dog friendly, kids' playground, laundromat and car wash! The Cove has it all!
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The Cove
606 West Cypress StreetFun Place! Great for lunch or dinner. Sustainable, Organic, Local restaurant, beer garden, live music venue, dog friendly, kids' playground, laundromat and car wash! The Cove has it all!
Casual locale for Mexican-influenced comforts, cocktails & desserts in vibrant, upbeat environs. Try the enchilada burger and mole fries...they are supposed to be out of this world!
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Burgerteca
403 Blue StarCasual locale for Mexican-influenced comforts, cocktails & desserts in vibrant, upbeat environs. Try the enchilada burger and mole fries...they are supposed to be out of this world!
Stylish New American eatery with an eclectic menu, unique cocktails, patio dining & a buzzy brunch.
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Feast
1024 South Alamo StreetStylish New American eatery with an eclectic menu, unique cocktails, patio dining & a buzzy brunch.
For Nature Lovers
The San Antonio Japanese Tea Garden, or Sunken Gardens in Brackenridge Park, San Antonio, Texas, USA opened in an abandoned limestone rock quarry in the early 20th century. It's beautiful. Afterwards you can go cross the street to the Zoo or go to Brankenridge Park and ride the train.
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Japanese Tea Garden
200-414 North Saint Mary's StreetThe San Antonio Japanese Tea Garden, or Sunken Gardens in Brackenridge Park, San Antonio, Texas, USA opened in an abandoned limestone rock quarry in the early 20th century. It's beautiful. Afterwards you can go cross the street to the Zoo or go to Brankenridge Park and ride the train.
Scenic, 38-acre area with trails, a pond, roses & native plants, a glass conservatory & a cafe.
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San Antonio Botanical Garden
555 Funston PlaceScenic, 38-acre area with trails, a pond, roses & native plants, a glass conservatory & a cafe.
A must when visiting San Antonio! The San Antonio River Walk is a city park and network of walkways along the banks of the San Antonio River, one story beneath the streets of San Antonio. The River Walk is famous for hosting parades on the river throughout the year.
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San Antonio River Walk
849 E Commerce StA must when visiting San Antonio! The San Antonio River Walk is a city park and network of walkways along the banks of the San Antonio River, one story beneath the streets of San Antonio. The River Walk is famous for hosting parades on the river throughout the year.
Favorite Breakfast Spots
Cute little hole in wall diner in the King William District. Their breakfast is delicious! Also has a fun selection of sandwiches, salads, teas, and desserts.
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Madhatters Tea House & Cafe
320 Beauregard StreetCute little hole in wall diner in the King William District. Their breakfast is delicious! Also has a fun selection of sandwiches, salads, teas, and desserts.
The Magnolia Pancake Haus' famous breakfast was built around recipe for the world's best buttermilk pancakes and unique menu items made with the freshest ingredients. Family owned and operated since 2000, they strive everyday to provide the best breakfast experience in San Antonio. The omelets are a work of art. If you go there on the weekends, make sure you go early because they get packed. Great waiting area on their porch.
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The Magnolia Pancake Haus
10333 Huebner RoadThe Magnolia Pancake Haus' famous breakfast was built around recipe for the world's best buttermilk pancakes and unique menu items made with the freshest ingredients. Family owned and operated since 2000, they strive everyday to provide the best breakfast experience in San Antonio. The omelets are a work of art. If you go there on the weekends, make sure you go early because they get packed. Great waiting area on their porch.
Beautiful place with lovely grounds and fantastic food! Light fluffy biscuits delicate Belgian waffles hearty quiche and the cinnamon rolls are out of this world! Enjoyed all the original elements of the home especially the fireplace, windows and light fixtures. Should be on the must visit list for San Antonio!
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The Guenther House
205 East Guenther StreetBeautiful place with lovely grounds and fantastic food! Light fluffy biscuits delicate Belgian waffles hearty quiche and the cinnamon rolls are out of this world! Enjoyed all the original elements of the home especially the fireplace, windows and light fixtures. Should be on the must visit list for San Antonio!
Shopping
Located right on the river with all your favorite stores and many restaurants and 2 movie theaters.
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Shops at Rivercenter
849 E Commerce StLocated right on the river with all your favorite stores and many restaurants and 2 movie theaters.
Shop the brands you love at the best shopping mall in San Antonio. Visit The Shops at La Cantera for shopping, dining, and entertainment activities. Beautiful outdoor mall!
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The Shops at La Cantera
15900 La Cantera PkwyShop the brands you love at the best shopping mall in San Antonio. Visit The Shops at La Cantera for shopping, dining, and entertainment activities. Beautiful outdoor mall!
Beautiful indoor mall. You'll want to take a picture in front of the gigantic cowboy boots in front the mall!
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North Star Mall
7400 San Pedro AvenueBeautiful indoor mall. You'll want to take a picture in front of the gigantic cowboy boots in front the mall!
The Alamo Quarry Market is a lifestyle center located in the Lincoln Heights neighborhood of north central San Antonio in the U.S. state of Texas, near the cities of Alamo Heights and Terrell Hills. It once functioned as a cement factory until it was abandoned. Great shopping, restaurants and movie theater.
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Alamo Quarry Market
255 East Basse RoadThe Alamo Quarry Market is a lifestyle center located in the Lincoln Heights neighborhood of north central San Antonio in the U.S. state of Texas, near the cities of Alamo Heights and Terrell Hills. It once functioned as a cement factory until it was abandoned. Great shopping, restaurants and movie theater.
Market Square is a three-block outdoor plaza lined with shops, and restaurants in downtown San Antonio, Texas. Market Square is the largest Mexican market in the United States. The "El Mercado" section has 32 specialty shops and the "Farmer's Market Plaza" section has 80.
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Historic Market Square
514 West Commerce StreetMarket Square is a three-block outdoor plaza lined with shops, and restaurants in downtown San Antonio, Texas. Market Square is the largest Mexican market in the United States. The "El Mercado" section has 32 specialty shops and the "Farmer's Market Plaza" section has 80.
Parks
Iconic park housing Tower of the Americas, Institute of Texan Cultures, fountains & a playground.
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Hemisfair Park Playground
621-689 E César E. Chávez BlvdIconic park housing Tower of the Americas, Institute of Texan Cultures, fountains & a playground.
Brackenridge Park is a 343-acre public park in San Antonio, Texas, USA, on the city's Broadway Corridor just north of downtown. The cities biggest park! It was created in 1899 from land donated to the city by George Washington Brackenridge.
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Brackenridge Park
3700 North Saint Mary's StreetBrackenridge Park is a 343-acre public park in San Antonio, Texas, USA, on the city's Broadway Corridor just north of downtown. The cities biggest park! It was created in 1899 from land donated to the city by George Washington Brackenridge.
The Pearl Plaza & Park offers visitors respite among native trees and fun events including Pearl Farmers Market, a vibrant culinary community, and glorious grounds to walk around.
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The Park at Pearl
312 Pearl PkwyThe Pearl Plaza & Park offers visitors respite among native trees and fun events including Pearl Farmers Market, a vibrant culinary community, and glorious grounds to walk around.
San Antonio Missions National Historical Park
6701 San Jose DrDramatic 425-ft. pink granite monolith & wilderness area offering hiking, climbing, camping & more.
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Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
16710 Ranch Road 965Dramatic 425-ft. pink granite monolith & wilderness area offering hiking, climbing, camping & more.
Nightlife
Swanky speakeasy-style spot where hipster bartenders mix classic cocktails & also serve charcuterie.
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Bar 1919
1420 South Alamo StreetSwanky speakeasy-style spot where hipster bartenders mix classic cocktails & also serve charcuterie.
A soaring rooftop bar with swanky decor & city views plus a long list of cocktails, wine & beer.
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Paramour
102 9th StA soaring rooftop bar with swanky decor & city views plus a long list of cocktails, wine & beer.
DJs, drag shows & drink specials bring a mixed crowd to this 3-story dance club in a historic venue.
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Bonham Exchange
411 BonhamDJs, drag shows & drink specials bring a mixed crowd to this 3-story dance club in a historic venue.
Night spot with live country music, dance lessons & a mechanical bull, plus an indoor rodeo arena.
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Cowboys Dance Hall
3030 Northeast Interstate 410 LoopNight spot with live country music, dance lessons & a mechanical bull, plus an indoor rodeo arena.
Dimly lit, cozy live music venue with cocktails, dancing & eclectic acts from Americana to funk.
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LUNA
6740 San Pedro AvenueDimly lit, cozy live music venue with cocktails, dancing & eclectic acts from Americana to funk.