Fort Sam Houston Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

River Walk

River Walk

River Walk 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 great live music and shops in this walkable area.

River Walk
Lackland Air Force Base

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
Six Flags Fiesta Texas

Six Flags Fiesta Texas

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
Alamodome

Alamodome

Catch an event at Alamodome during your trip to San Antonio. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this walkable area.

Alamodome
Alamo featuring a monument and a memorial

Alamo

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

Alamo
San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium showing zoo animals, marine life and interior views

San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Come and see over 800 species at this centrally located zoo that’s suitable for the whole family.

San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Activities

SEA LIFE San Antonio

SEA LIFE San Antonio

AU$38
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
SEA LIFE San Antonio
General Admission to the Rodeo Bulverde

General Admission to the Rodeo Bulverde

AU$45
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
General Admission to the Rodeo Bulverde
The Undead: Zombie Apocalypse Escape Room at Extreme Escape

The Undead: Zombie Apocalypse Escape Room at Extreme Escape

AU$48
per adult
The Undead: Zombie Apocalypse Escape Room at Extreme Escape
The Buckhorn Museum and the Texas Ranger Museum are located under one roof.

The Buckhorn Saloon & Museum and Texas Ranger Museum Admission

AU$35
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
The Buckhorn Saloon & Museum and Texas Ranger Museum Admission
San Antonio: Tower of the Americas Entry Ticket

San Antonio: Tower of the Americas Entry Ticket

AU$32
per adult
San Antonio: Tower of the Americas Entry Ticket
The Lost Tomb: Hidden Temple Theme Escape Room at Extreme Escape San Antonio

The Lost Tomb: Hidden Temple Theme Escape Room at Extreme Escape San Antonio

AU$48
per adult
The Lost Tomb: Hidden Temple Theme Escape Room at Extreme Escape San Antonio
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Our pick of the best Fort Sam Houston Hotel Deals

Riverwalk Plaza

Riverwalk Plaza

4 out of 5
100 Villita Street, Dwyer/Main Plaza, San Antonio, TX
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (5,864 reviews)
"We don’t like the waking distance from the hotel to the restaurants on the river"

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

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Riverwalk Plaza
Drury Plaza Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk

Drury Plaza Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk

3 out of 5
105 S Saint Marys Street, San Antonio, TX
The price is AU$217 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
AU$217
1 Oct - 2 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,792 reviews)
"Awesome"

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Drury Plaza Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk
Hyatt Vacation Club at Wild Oak Ranch, San Antonio

Hyatt Vacation Club at Wild Oak Ranch, San Antonio

3.5 out of 5
9700 West Military Drive, San Antonio, TX
The price is AU$242 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
AU$242
28 Oct - 29 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a lazy river. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,064 reviews)
"Good service"

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

Hyatt Vacation Club at Wild Oak Ranch, San Antonio
Hotel Valencia Riverwalk

Hotel Valencia Riverwalk

4.5 out of 5
150 E Houston St, San Antonio, TX
The price is AU$296 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
AU$296
1 Oct - 2 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,025 reviews)
"e celkent service from vallet parking to leaving vallet Great Staff Miracle went above and beyond."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Hotel Valencia Riverwalk
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$156 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$156
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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 helpful ...
7.6/10 Good! (3,667 reviews)
overall good stay
"the mattress was too hard and the toilet kept stopping up"

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Antonio Riverwalk
Sonesta ES Suites San Antonio Downtown Alamo Plaza

Sonesta ES Suites San Antonio Downtown Alamo Plaza

3 out of 5
425 Bonham, San Antonio, TX
The price is AU$148 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
AU$148
29 Sept - 30 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,756 reviews)
"The room was cleaned only when a guest asked for it. I never knew that until the day before we left. We were there only 4 nights so we never asked for it. Check in was at 4 pm and not one minute before. Breakfast was typical as most hotels offer but nothing fancy. Very convenient to Alamo, mall and ..."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Sonesta ES Suites San Antonio Downtown Alamo Plaza
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Other neighbourhoods around Fort Sam Houston

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Arena District

If you're spending some time in Arena District, Frost Bank Center and Freeman Coliseum are top sights worth seeing.

Arena District
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Alamo Heights

You'll enjoy the museums and coffee shops in Alamo Heights. You might want to make time for a stop at San Antonio River or Toilet Seat Museum.

Alamo Heights
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Uptown

If you're spending some time in Uptown, Marion Koogler McNay Art Museum and Alamo Quarry Market are top sights worth seeing.

Uptown
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Pearl District

You'll love the stunning river views in Pearl District, and you might want to stick around to check out San Antonio River, a top place to visit.

Pearl District
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Dignowty Hill

While visiting Dignowty Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Fairchild Tennis Center and Carver Community Cultural Center.

Dignowty Hill
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Near East Side

If you're spending some time in Near East Side, Alamodome and Historic Sunset Station are top sights worth seeing.

Near East Side

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