South Texas Plains Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

View from the top
View from the top
Japanese Botanic Garden was like heaven in real life...
The walk along the river in San Antonio makes for a great walk or bike ride. Goes on for many miles
Japanese Tea Garden. This is my second trip back since 2012 and i gotta say, this place never ceases to amaze me! It's just Beautiful!!

Where to stay in South Texas Plains

Downtown - Riverwalk featuring heritage architecture, boating and a bridge

Downtown San Antonio

4.5/5(29 area reviews)

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

Downtown San Antonio
Marion Koogler McNay Art Museum which includes art and interior views as well as an individual male

Uptown

If you're spending some time in Uptown, San Antonio River and Marion Koogler McNay Art Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Uptown
It was nice to see these carpet beetle feed off of this beautiful thistle poppies! 💙

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.

Far West Side
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Stone Oak

Stone Oak is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Shops at Hardy Oak and Alta Vista while you're in town.

Stone Oak
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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.

Medical Center District
The Alamodome

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
Hotel Valencia Riverwalk

Hotel Valencia Riverwalk

4.5 out of 5
150 E Houston St San Antonio TX
The price is AU$207 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
AU$207
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,380 reviews)
The property is extra nice and I would stay there again. We had a couple of issues with plumbing and the fact that the river on the "River Walk" was empty. It would have been to know.

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

Hotel Valencia Riverwalk
Menger Hotel

Menger Hotel

3.5 out of 5
204 Alamo Plaza San Antonio TX
The price is AU$218 per night from 27 Jan to 28 Jan
AU$218
27 Jan - 28 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this historic hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,716 reviews)
It was amazing! Definitely recommend

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

Menger Hotel
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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$155 per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
AU$155
9 Feb - 10 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (3,844 reviews)
All the above

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Antonio Riverwalk
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Extended Stay Laredo

Extended Stay Laredo

3 out of 5
106 W Village Blvd Laredo TX
Stay at this aparthotel in Laredo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Cinemark Mall del Norte and Mall Del Norte are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (311 reviews)
This place was so clean and so nice I I was extremely surprised. The only bad thing was I asked for a handicap and didn’t get one.

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Extended Stay Laredo
NEW! Luxe SW Escape • Pool • Game Room • Mini Golf

NEW! Luxe SW Escape • Pool • Game Room • Mini Golf

2 out of 5
San Antonio TX
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in San Antonio. Enjoy private pools, a garden and a pool table. Popular attractions Silverhorn Golf Club of Texas and ...
NEW! Luxe SW Escape • Pool • Game Room • Mini Golf
The Continental, powered by Placemakr - Downtown - Market Square

The Continental, powered by Placemakr - Downtown - Market Square

3.5 out of 5
322 W Commerce St San Antonio TX
Stay at this apartment in San Antonio. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions River Walk and Alamo are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (70 reviews)
Parking garage was just across the street. Very convenient. Room had everything we needed, from dishes to shampoo and conditioner.

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

The Continental, powered by Placemakr - Downtown - Market Square
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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