South Texas Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
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Where to stay in South Texas

Downtown - Riverwalk showing a river or creek, a bridge and boating

Downtown San Antonio

4.5/5(29 area reviews)

A scenic riverfront great entertainment and top sights from Alamo to Alamodome – discover Downtown San Antonio, a destination also famous for its historic sites.

Downtown San Antonio
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Cinnamon Shore

While Cinnamon Shore isn't home to many top sights, Mustang Island Beach and Palmilla Beach Golf Club are some notable places to visit nearby.

Cinnamon Shore
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Gruene

River views, gardens and shopping are some highlights of Gruene. Make a stop by Gruene Hall or Guadalupe River while you're exploring.

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North Beach

North Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Texas State Aquarium and USS Lexington Museum on the Bay.

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Midtown

Unique features of Midtown include the river views and bars. Make a stop by San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium or Pearl District while you're exploring the area.

Midtown
Port Aransas which includes art and interior views as well as an individual female

Old Town Port Aransas

If you're spending some time in Old Town Port Aransas, Port Aransas Birding Center and Port Aransas Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Old Town Port Aransas
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Antonio Riverwalk
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Antonio Riverwalk
3 out of 5
303 Blum Street, San Antonio, TX
The price is AU$143 per night from 27 May to 28 May
AU$143
per night
27 May - 28 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
7.4/10 Good! (2,632 reviews)
Comfortable and easy to River Walk
"Clean and fresh-coat-of-paint on an older property feel. Bummed that the spa was closed for repairs when we were there. Breakfast was good. Walkable distance from the River Walk"

Reviewed on 9 May 2024

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Antonio Riverwalk
Riverwalk Plaza
Riverwalk Plaza
4 out of 5
100 Villita Street, Dwyer/Main Plaza, San Antonio, TX
The price is AU$231 per night from 13 May to 14 May
AU$231
per night
13 May - 14 May
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (3,560 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel"

Reviewed on 8 May 2024

Riverwalk Plaza
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Antonio Airport
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Antonio Airport
2.5 out of 5
850 Halm Blvd, San Antonio, TX
The price is AU$148 per night from 13 May to 14 May
AU$148
per night
13 May - 14 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.6/10 Good! (2,558 reviews)
"quiet, nice, clean Staff is friendly"

Reviewed on 6 May 2024

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Antonio Airport
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Antonio Medical Center, TX
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Antonio Medical Center, TX
3 out of 5
8318 I-10 West, San Antonio, TX
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly aparthotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
6.8/10 (1,362 reviews)
"The place has a nice breakfast they need to change towels they are old"

Reviewed on 29 Apr. 2024

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Antonio Medical Center, TX
Hotel Gibbs Downtown Riverwalk
Hotel Gibbs Downtown Riverwalk
3.5 out of 5
105 N Alamo, San Antonio, TX
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly aparthotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,799 reviews)
"Property was pretty clean great service and communication. Breakfast is pretty early small selection but good for a couple of days. Now the only thing that creeped me out was the amount of HUMAN HAIR ON THE MATTRESS COVER LORD EVERYTHINB WAS CLEAN EXCEPT FOR THIS SO BRING LYSOL AND BEDBUG SPRAY JUST ..."

Reviewed on 9 May 2024

Hotel Gibbs Downtown Riverwalk
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Antonio Medical Ctr NW
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Antonio Medical Ctr NW
2.5 out of 5
4431 Horizon Hill Blvd, San Antonio, TX
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,990 reviews)
"Everything was good, I don’t have any complaint"

Reviewed on 9 May 2024

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Antonio Medical Ctr NW
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Popular places to visit

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Six Flags Fiesta Texas

5/5(1 review)

Enjoy the excitement at Six Flags Fiesta Texas and see why people love this theme park in San Antonio. Experience the entertainment choices and lively festivals in this family-friendly area.

Six Flags Fiesta Texas
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Lackland Air Force Base

Lackland Air Force Base is just one of the places to see in San Antonio, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the entertainment venues and shops in this family-friendly area.

Lackland Air Force Base
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San Antonio SeaWorld

Make time to visit the sea life at San Antonio SeaWorld, and find out why this is a popular attraction in San Antonio. Amble around this family-friendly area's seaside or experience its lively festivals.

San Antonio SeaWorld
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South Padre Island Beach

Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at South Padre Island Beach, a popular beach in South Padre Island. Wander the seaside in this relaxing area.

South Padre Island Beach
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Alamo

4.5/5(13 reviews)

Learn about the fierce Battle of the Alamo and pay your respects to those lost during the Texan Revolution at this historical complex.

Alamo
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Alamodome

4/5(2 reviews)

Catch an event at Alamodome during your trip to San Antonio. Experience the great live music and lively festivals in this walkable area.

Alamodome

Activities

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Banana Boat South Padre Island

AU$50
Per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Banana Boat South Padre Island
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Bay Fishing South Padre Island

AU$49
Per adult
Bay Fishing South Padre Island
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North Bay Snorkel

AU$119
Per adult
96% of travellers recommend
North Bay Snorkel
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Private Sunset Cruise South Padre Island

AU$407
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Private Sunset Cruise South Padre Island
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Private Bay Fishing South Padre Island

AU$815
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Private Bay Fishing South Padre Island
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1.5-Hour Historical Jet Ski Tour in South Padre Island

AU$261
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
1.5-Hour Historical Jet Ski Tour in South Padre Island
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Cities near South Texas

San Antonio Botanical Gardens showing modern architecture, a pond and a garden

San Antonio

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Edinburg

Port Aransas which includes a sporting event, golf and a park

Port Aransas

Concan

Concan