Northwest Side Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Northwest Side
Popular places to visit
University of Texas at San Antonio
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Texas at San Antonio during your travels in San Antonio. Stroll along the seaside or experience the lively festivals in this family-friendly area.
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.
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 fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
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 lively festivals and acclaimed theatre scene in this family-friendly area.
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.
Henry B. González Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Henry B. González Convention Center, a top convention centre in San Antonio. Experience the great live music and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Activities
The Haunted Ghost Bus Tour in San Antonio
San Antonio: Twisted Trails Zip Rails, Ropes & Climbing Wall
The Undead: Zombie Apocalypse Escape Room at Extreme Escape
San Antonio: Discovery Tour at Natural Bridge Caverns
The Buckhorn Saloon & Museum and Texas Ranger Museum Admission
Our pick of the best Northwest Side Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Express & Suites San Antonio Medical-Six Flags by IHG
"Very clean, comfortable beds"
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites San Antonio Northwest/Medical Center
"Clean"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk
"Loved all the architecture of the place and all the history"
Reviewed on 3 June 2026
Hotel Valencia Riverwalk
"Great luxury hotel. It is a bit pricy. Although we had trouble with our mini-fridge it was broken, the hotel staff did respond the next day to fix it. We didnt get to use the occupancy fee credit that your automatically charged. Oh well. Great stay all around."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Menger Hotel
"Minimum eating in the hotel itself. Really missed the formal dining room that use to be open for brunch and dinner."
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Riverwalk Plaza
"They have a projector and played the spurs westerns finals game and staff was super cool even made accommodations to watch it comfortably will book here again"
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Northwest Side
Downtown San Antonio
A scenic riverfront great entertainment and top sights from San Antonio River to Alamo – discover Downtown San Antonio, a destination also famous for its historic sites.
Far West Side
While visiting Far West Side, you might make a stop by sights like Aquatica San Antonio Waterpark and Hill Country Golf Club.
Uptown
If you're spending some time in Uptown, San Antonio River and Alamo Quarry Market are top sights worth seeing.
Medical Center District
While visiting Medical Center District, you might make a stop by sights like USAA Corporate Office Headquarters and Cinemark San Antonio 16.
Stone Oak
Stone Oak is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Stone Ridge Market and Shops at Hardy Oak while you're in town.
